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Boston CommonvsMuseum of Science
Both are endorsed by professional travelers. Overall, Museum of Science ranks slightly higher than Boston Common. Museum of Science is ranked #7 in Boston with accolades from 8 sources including Michelin Guide, The Telegraph and Fodor's.
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Tremont, Beacon, Charles, Park & Boylston Streets, Boston, MA 02108
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Lonely Planet Top Choice
"The Boston Common has served many purposes over the years, including as a campground for British troops during the Revolutionary War and as green grass for cattle grazing until 1830." Full review
Fodor's "Nothing is more central to Boston than the Common, the oldest public park in the United States and undoubtedly the largest and most famous of the town commons." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"The Public Garden is quiet and contained, the adjacent Commons is open and bustling." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "A green, 50-acre oasis in the heart of downtown Boston, the Common is the oldest park in the United States (first laid out as a pasture for cattle grazing in 1634)." Full review
Afar Magazine "A beautiful spot to walk in all seasons, during the winter, the Frog Pond has a magical skating rink that will delight both young and old." Full review
Where "Freedom Trail attraction." Full review
Afar Magazine "The 20-hectare (50-acre) Boston Common is not only the starting point of the Freedom Trail, but also the oldest park in the United States, having been established in 1634." Full review
Afar Magazine "Summer splashing and winter skating at the Frog Pond are local traditions, and you can spend hours wandering from landmark to landmark." Full review
Travel + Leisure "Boston Common is the start of the Freedom Trail, but it's also just a beautiful place to sprawl out for the day in the summer or fall"
Boston Travel Guide
March 1, 2021
Frommer's "In 1634, when their settlement was just 4 years old, the town fathers paid the Rev. William Blackstone £30 for this property. In 1640 it was set aside as common land." Full review
Museum of Science Fodor's
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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." Full review
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." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"A kaleidoscopic array of exhibits... features cutting-edge, interactive displays that encourage kids and adults to think." Full review
Where "The Museum of Science is a compelling technology and science-based destination." Full review
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Make sure to visit the Theater of Electricity.
The Telegraph "At Boston’s most popular attraction, see lightning produced indoors by the world’s largest Van de Graaff generator." Full review
Afar Magazine "Home to some 35 colleges and universities, Boston is a wicked-smaht city, and you’ll feel like a genius if you take your kids to the always entertaining Boston Museum of Science." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "With 700 exhibits, this is a place to get lost." Full review
Frommer's "For the ultimate pain-free educational experience, head to the Museum of Science." Full review
