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Museum of Science vs Boston Athenaeum
Both are highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, Museum of Science is the choice of most writers compared to Boston Athenaeum. Museum of Science comes in at 90 with praise from 8 sources including Concierge, The Telegraph and Time Out.
Museum of Science
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Science Park, Boston, MA 02114
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Fodor's
"With 15-foot lightning bolts in the Theater of Electricity and a 20-foot-long Tyrannosaurus rex model, this is just the place to ignite any child's scientific curiosity."
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Concierge
"At the mouth of the Charles River, with views of the Boston skyline, the Museum of Science is crowded with hands-on exhibits that demonstrate everything from biology to computers."
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Visit on a Friday evening after 5 pm to avoid the crowds.
Time Out
"This extremely child-friendly museum is committed to providing an interactive and educational experience."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"A kaleidoscopic array of exhibits... features cutting-edge, interactive displays that encourage kids and adults to think."
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"The Museum of Science is a compelling technology and science-based destination."
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Make sure to visit the Theater of Electricity.
Boston Athenaeum
Lonely Planet
Time Out
Condé Nast Traveler
Not For Tourists
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10 Beacon St., Boston, MA
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Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"An old and distinguished private library, having hosted the likes of Ralph Waldo Emerson and Nathaniel Hawthorne."
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Time Out
"The Boston Athenæum published America's first literary magazine and acquired an extensive library of books and works of art."
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Condé Nast Traveler
"This magnificent private library is tucked away behind red leather–bound doors with more than 600,000 volumes of gilt-lettered books and rare manuscripts."
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Not For Tourists
"Old books, including one true crime account bound in the author's skin."
Michelin Guide
1 Star
"The Boston Athenaeum is one of the nation's oldest private lending libraries."
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