New England Aquarium vs John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library
Both are praised by expert writers. On balance, John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library scores marginally higher than New England Aquarium. John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library has a TripExpert Score of 91 with endorsements from 11 publications like Concierge, Not For Tourists and Afar Magazine.
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."
John F. Kennedy Presidential Museum & Library
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Columbia Point, Boston, MA 02125
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Concierge
"It's great for history buffs, but be aware that getting there without a car is a bit of a schlep."
Lonely Planet
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"The legacy of JFK is ubiquitous in Boston, but the official memorial to the 35th president is this striking, modern, marble building designed by IM Pei."
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Time Out
"A looming concrete-and-glass monolith designed by I.M. Pei (completed in 1979), this shrine to the life and work of the 35th US president overlooks the outer harbor."
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Afar Magazine
"South of Boston's city center and away from all the crowds, the museum is full of memorabilia from JFK's life before and during his presidency."
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Not For Tourists
"Houses 21 permanent exhibits examining JFK's life and work."