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Museum of Science

Open your mind to the wonders of science and technology at The Museum of Science; among the best places to visit in Boston.

$31.00
/person normally
Museum of Science
Family-friendly
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What you'll do

The Museum of Science is one of the largest science centers in the world with over 700 interactive exhibits. Everything from electricity and animals to the human body and dinosaurs is covered here, with something for every budding scientist.

The Boston Science Museum is a vibrant hub of innovation. Explore the wonders of the natural world, with interactive exhibits spanning interesting topics such as space exploration, human biology, and environmental science. You'll be amazed at the wealth of knowledge that the museum offers.

Beyond just the exhibits, the Boston Science Museum helps shapes tomorrow's scientists. With dynamic educational programs, workshops, and interactive experiences, they encourage discovery in visitors of all ages. Whether you're a budding scientist or a lifelong learner, the museum provides opportunities to engage, discover, and be amazed.

Exhibits at the Museum of Science

Hall of Human Life

Step inside the Hall of Human Life, the museum’s new biology exhibition, and take a journey inside the human body. Spanning more than 70 interactive components, the exhibition will revolutionize how you engage with your biology and manage your health.

Theater of Electricity

Indoor bolts produced by the world’s largest air-insulated Van de Graaff generator explore the science of lightning, conductors, insulators, electricity, magnetism, and storm safety.

Triceratops Cliff

View a 65-million-year-old fossil that was unearthed in the Dakota Badlands in 2004. It’s one of only four near-complete triceratopses on public display in the world.

Live Animal Center

Get a behind-the-scenes peek at some of the animals that star in museum exhibits, Live Animal presentations, and Traveling Programs. The Live Animal Care Center is home to approximately 120 animals representing more than 50 species.

Drop-In Activities & Live Presentations

Lookout for the hands-on activities and live presentations. Check the museum's daily schedule to see what’s going on during your visit.

Arctic Adventure: Exploring with Technology

Fly a virtual drone to find an Arctic fox, traverse a glacier using ground-penetrating radar and touch real ice in this immersive experience.

Charles Hayden Planetarium (upgrade available for purchase)

The Charles Hayden Planetarium is the most technologically advanced digital theater in New England and showcases a variety of engaging shows, including the Museum’s newest original production, Inside: NASA: From Dream to Discovery.

Mugar Omni Theater (upgrade available for purchase)

Catch a larger-than-life projection of a five-story IMAX® film exploring topics such as flora, fauna, and faraway places.

4-D Theater (upgrade available for purchase)

Immerse yourself in a theater complete with special effects, like wind and snow, at this multi-sensory experience featuring an engaging, family-friendly film experience.


What's included

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    Access to all permanent exhibitions

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    Explore the wonders of the natural world with interactive exhibits spanning interesting topics such as space exploration, human biology, and environmental science.

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    Dynamic educational programs, workshops, and interactive experiences.



How to get there

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Take the T: Green Line, Lechmere train, to Science Park stop.

Operating hours

For updated opening hours we recommend checking with the Museum of Science website.

Daily: 9AM–5PM.

Thanksgiving Eve and Christmas Eve: 9AM - 2PM.

All hours are subject to change without notice. Please visit  mos.org/daily-schedule for the most up-to-date information.

 

Closings & holidays

Early closure at 2:00PM on Thanksgiving Eve and Christmas Eve.

Closed on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

Find out more

For more information, please visit the Museum of Science website, the Museum's Visitor FAQs page and the Visitor Code of Conduct page.

(617) 723-2500

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