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New England Aquarium vs Boston Public Library
New England Aquarium and Boston Public Library are both recommended by reviewers writing for major publications. Overall, Boston Public Library scores slightly better than New England Aquarium. Boston Public Library has a TripExpert Score of 92 with approval from 14 publications like Fodor's, Where and Time Out.
New England Aquarium
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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."
Boston Public Library
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700 Boylston St., At Copley Sq., Boston, MA 02116
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Concierge
"The Boston Public Library is a destination in itself, and not just for bookworms."
Lonely Planet
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"Dating from 1852, the esteemed Boston Public Library lends credence to Boston’s reputation as the ‘Athens of America.’."
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Time Out
"The original structure, designed by Charles McKim and completed in 1895, is now the research library, while an extension opened in 1972 to function as a general library."
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Fodor's
"This venerable institution is a handsome temple to literature and a valuable research library."
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Not For Tourists
"People need at least one place where they can be their most effective, motivated and focused. Sometimes it's their home, a coffee shop, the back corner of a bookstore, a random park..."
