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Museum of Science, Boston

1 Museum Of Science Driveway, Boston, Massachusetts

Description

The Museum of Science of Boston exhibits focus on space, technology, biology, and natural history with some live shows. The complex also includes a Planetarium, an Omni-Theater and an IMAX screen.

Access & Transport

The museum is located in Science Park, on Charles River Dam Rd across the Charles River between Cambridge (Mass.) and Boston city centre. The green metro line stops at 'Science Park/West End', only 300m away. Directions & Parking info: https://www.mos.org/visit/directions-and-parking Accessibility info: https://www.mos.org/visit/accessibility

Instructions & Recommendations

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Meta review

The museum appears to be very popular but online reviews are surprisingly inconsistent, with a lot of fake ones thrown in the lot. What is clear is that there is a lot of focus on interaction which makes it very enjoyable for younger children but what is uncertain is whether adults will get something out of it. Probably a matter of personal interests and willingness to do some hands-on activities. Another recurring comment is that it is quite expensive, especially when adding on shows.

Environmental & Social

No environmental info about the building. Some of the exhibits and shows are quite energy intensive (electricity) Educational

Conclusion

The Museum of Science is a good educational activity for Boston residents, but it doesn't quite have the calibre and state of the art exhibits to be considered a priority for most travellers. Best for families with younger children and an elastic budget.

Key positive

Some fun hands on exbibits

Family-friendly activity

Key negative

Expensive

May be a little too basic for adults knowledge-wise

Suitability

Accessible to visitors with reduced mobility and suitable for all ages

About this Rating

TYPE

Desktop

RESEARCHED IN

Updated in October 2023

PROVIDER

Koreval

Included Items
None
Timing
Duration of visit

av. transport time:0h 25m

est. visit time:2h 30m

Regulated hours

Monday09:00 - 17:00

Tuesday09:00 - 17:00

Wednesday09:00 - 17:00

Thursday09:00 - 17:00

Friday09:00 - 17:00

Saturday09:00 - 17:00

Sunday09:00 - 17:00

Pricing
General admission ticket does not include shows at the Planetarium, Omni, or 4D Theater
Age band
Age band
Regular price / pers.
Senior
60 - 99
US$25
Adult
12 - 59
US$29
Child
3 - 11
US$24
Infant
0 - 2
US$0

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