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Museum of Science
(Attractions & Activities - Museums)
O'Brian Hwy Science Park, Boston  02114 • 617-723-2500
Distance: ~1.09 mi from The Fairmont Copley Plaza Boston
Description: WEST END. Contains the largest "lightning machine" in the world and includes the Hayden Planetarium, which features models, lectures, films, laser and star shows. More than 400 interactive exhibits in all. Travel the world in the Mugar Omni Theater where scientific subjects show on a four-story, domed screen. The Human body connection is a permanent exhibit, as well as one about the eye and vision.
Hours:
Regular Hours (through July 4)  Sat-Thu 9am-5pm; Fri 9am-9pm 
Summer Hours (July 5 - Labor Day)  Sat-Thu 9am-7pm; Fri 9am-9pm 
Admission: Admission Adult $19; Senior (60+) $17; Child (3-11) $16
Butterfly Garden or 3-D Theater $4.50; Senior (60+) $4; Child (3-11) $3.50
Omni / Planetarium / Laser Shows $9; Senior (60+) $8; Child (3-11) $7
Payment Methods: Visa,  Master Card,  American Express
Reader Reviews
Rating Summary:
(out of 2 active ratings) 
Atmosphere:10 / 10
Experience:10 / 10
Value:10 / 10
#1   Posted on 12/17/2003
by molly
of Maine
Atmosphere:10 / 10
Exhibits:10 / 10
Experience:10 / 10
Value:10 / 10
I have visited with school and family several times and it's always fun! The exhibits are interactive; from musical stairs to shadow volley ball to giant lightning balls!! This definitely makes science fun! Children and adults of all ages will love it!!!!!
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