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New England Aquarium vs Boston Common

Both New England Aquarium and Boston Common are highly recommended by expert reviewers. Overall, New England Aquarium scores slightly better than Boston Common. New England Aquarium comes in at 90 with praise from 9 reviewers such as Afar Magazine, Time Out and Travel + Leisure.

New England Aquarium
New England Aquarium
9 / 10
Central Wharf, Boston, MA 02110
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Fodor's Fodor's
"This aquarium challenges you to imagine life under and around the sea." Full review
Concierge 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 Travel + Leisure
"Just a 10-minute walk from Quincy Market, this appropriately acclaimed showcase of sea life sits on Central Wharf overlooking Boston Harbor." Full review
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"This aquarium was huge—with a large central tank, incredible jelly fish area, penguins, even an IMAX." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Check out penguin snack-time."
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Boston Common
Boston Common
8 / 10
Tremont, Beacon, Charles, Park & Boylston Streets, Boston, MA 02108
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Lonely Planet 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 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 Michelin Guide
1 Star
"The Public Garden is quiet and contained, the adjacent Commons is open and bustling." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler 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 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
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