Boston Museums

Note: The Boston Tea Party Museum is undergoing renovations and is scheduled to reopen in summer 2011.

Boston museums will make the hours fly by, if you find yourself in the city on a rainy day. The many options for both kids and adults will make it difficult to choose just one, but you could always spend a morning in the Boston Children’s Museum and make your way over to the Boston Museum of Science in the afternoon. Many of Boston’s top attractions are centered on the city's rich history, including Faneuil Hall and the Paul Revere House. While history plays a strong role in Boston museums, there is much more to see and learn about in this city. During your next trip to Boston, explore something new at one of the outstanding museums.

A museum in Boston that has been causing quite a stir is the Museum of Fine Arts. Art-lovers already knew that the museum had a great permanent collection, but a range of visiting exhibitions has pleased all types of visitors. Similar to the cultural blend of Boston’s residents, the museum strongly features art of different backgrounds, and visiting exhibitions are often of interest to a variety of groups. If you’re planning a visit to the Museum of Fine Arts, consult their web site to see what visiting collections are on display, along with an excellent range in the permanent collection.

Kids will love that there is a museum in Boston designed just for them. The Boston Children’s Museum (pictured) combines popular characters, opportunities to learn, and artistic endeavors under one roof. The museum is open seven days a week and tickets are reasonably priced for adults and discounted for children. Group visits, events, and parties can also be planned at the Boston Children’s Museum. From Curious George to environmental awareness and science, this museum will not only be a fun afternoon for your kids, but also will ensure that they have some time to learn and grow during your vacation.

Another favorite museum in Boston is the Boston Tea Party museum. Visitors can experience a piece of famous Boston history at this historically-centered attraction. The museum illuminates the single event often given credit for sparking the American Revolution, and along with the attractions along the Freedom Trail it is a popular stop for visitors interested in learning about the Revolutionary history of Boston. For another historical option, head for the USS Constitution Museum, where you can step aboard Old Ironsides and learn about the nation’s oldest commissioned ship.

Visitors of all ages are sure to find that a trip to the New England Aquarium is a memorable treat. While some Boston museums can be quieter or lack a sense of entertainment, the New England Aquarium brings learning to life. This museum in Boston promises to expose kids to new species and leave them with a true curiosity about life beneath the sea. Just one of the many things to do with kids in Boston, the New England Aquarium is a favorite attraction of both visitors and Boston locals. After your day at the museums, you can catch a game at Fenway Park, hop aboard a harbor cruise, or settle in at one of Boston’s top restaurants to keep the fun going into the evening.