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Boston Children's Museum vs New England Aquarium
Both are rated very highly by professional reviewers writing for major publications. On balance, Boston Children's Museum is the choice of most professionals compared to New England Aquarium. Boston Children's Museum has a TripExpert Score of 90 with praise from 8 publications such as Michelin Guide, Not For Tourists and Frommer's.
Boston Children's Museum
Travel + Leisure
Time Out
Not For Tourists
Michelin Guide
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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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New England Aquarium
Fodor's
Concierge
Travel + Leisure
Afar Magazine
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Central Wharf, Boston, MA 02110
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Fodor's
"This aquarium challenges you to imagine life under and around the sea."
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Concierge
"Located right on Boston Harbor on Central Wharf, the New England Aquarium is home to animals from both the Northeast and around the world."
Travel + Leisure
"Just a 10-minute walk from Quincy Market, this appropriately acclaimed showcase of sea life sits on Central Wharf overlooking Boston Harbor."
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Afar Magazine
"This aquarium was huge—with a large central tank, incredible jelly fish area, penguins, even an IMAX."
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Not For Tourists
"Check out penguin snack-time."
