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Museum of Fine ArtsvsMuseum of Science
Museum of Science and Museum of Fine Arts are both highly recommended by writers. On balance, Museum of Fine Arts ranks significantly higher than Museum of Science. Museum of Fine Arts ranks #1 in Boston with accolades from 12 reviews including Michelin Guide, Michelin Guide and Time Out.
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465 Huntington Ave, Avenue of the Arts, Boston, MA 02115-5597
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Fodor's "Count on staying a while if you have any hope of seeing what's here." Full review
Concierge "One of America's grandest art museums, the MFA holds American and European paintings from the 7th century to the present."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"The Museum of Fine Arts holdings encompass all eras, from the ancient world to contemporary times, and all areas of the globe, making it truly encyclopedic in scope." Full review
Time Out "Founded in 1870, the MFA moved from Copley Square to its current home, a neoclassical granite building on Huntington Avenue—the so-called "Avenue of the Arts"—in 1909." Full review
Not For Tourists "Arguably one of the top museums in the country. Go for the Copleys."
Travel + Leisure "The sheer majesty of this world-renowned arts institution would be overwhelming if it weren’t so enchanting. I’ve been delightfully lost many times, wandering through labyrinthine halls." Full review
Michelin Guide 3 Stars
"One of the country's leading museums, the Museum of Fine Arts contains a comprehensive collection of more than 350,000 artworks." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "There's a special focus on American masters from the 18th and 19th centuries: Copley, Winslow Homer, Mary Cassat, John Singer Sargent, and Gilbert Stuart." Full review
Where "The MFA’s encyclopedic collection culls some of the world’s finest treasures, including international and contemporary art, instruments, photographs and textiles." Full review
The Telegraph "Like a combination of the British Museum and the National Gallery, this collection spans the world, but highlights include European Old Masters, Impressionists and the Art of the Americas Wing." Full review
Museum of Science Fodor's Concierge Time Out Michelin Guide Where The Telegraph
Afar Magazine Condé Nast Traveler
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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
