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Boston Children's Museum vs Boston Public Garden
Both Boston Children's Museum and Boston Public Garden are recommended by writers. On balance, Boston Children's Museum ranks slightly higher than Boston Public Garden. Boston Children's Museum is ranked #5 in Boston with endorsements from 8 sources like Travel + Leisure, Frommer's and Fodor's.
Boston Children's Museum
Travel + Leisure
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308 Congress Street, Boston, MA 02210
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Travel + Leisure
"With three levels of hands-on exhibits, the Boston Children's Museum offers a day of fun and education for little ones."
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Time Out
"Founded in 1913 by a well-meaning group of local science teachers, the Children's Museum in Boston was just another collection of things to look at until director Michael Spock arrived in 1961."
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Not For Tourists
"Featuring the giant Hood milk bottle."
Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"The museum is a wonderland of learning and play."
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The New Balance Climb is an irresistible three-story structure.
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"Kick off a visit to this youngster-friendly museum by scaling the giant, three-story New Balance Foundation Climb."
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Boston Public Garden
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Concierge
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69 Beacon St., Boston, MA 02108
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Fodor's
"The central feature of the Public Garden is its irregularly shaped pond, intended to appear, from any vantage point along its banks, much larger than its nearly 4 acres."
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Concierge
"It's one of America's most scenic public places."
Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Adjoining Boston Common, the 24-acre Public Garden provides an inviting oasis of bountiful flowers and shady trees."
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Travel + Leisure
"The first recognized public botanical garden in America evokes a sense of Victorian style in the 21st century."
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Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Today it's a popular retreat, charming visitors with lush plantings, footpaths, statuary and the beloved swan boats."
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