Suggestions for Museum near Boston

Brian • October 17, 2014Incredible selection of American art from the puritans through to contemporary. Also the European impressionist collection is small but excellent.

Sarah R. • October 14, 2014Such a variety of things to do for all ages!

Kurtis S. • August 29, 2017Come early and spend all day here. There's so much to explore

Geoffrey B. • January 1, 2011Most Interesting museum you will ever see. Unforgettable story-be sure to check out the rooms were paintings have been stolen! Awesome stuff!

Gavin H. • July 12, 2015Excellent interactive displays. Colorful imagery in galleries. Cool life size models of famous characters. Great for kids, both young and old.

James C. • June 19, 2016Outstanding museum to the president. Great flow of the museum to get and understand everything.

Sheldon F. • September 28, 2015Attended a friend's wedding here. Pleasant staff, very helpful, a beautiful Boston gem, historic brickwork and original machinery.

James C. • June 19, 2016The experience is outstanding and really interactive.

Social N. • December 2, 2013Take the tour before you visit the museum. They give great background on some of the pieces!

James C. • November 22, 2014Great museum. Information is really well presented and the Park Rangers are great.

Robin O. • October 25, 2014Interactive, educational and a lot of fun. Recommended.

Monica P. • January 13, 2017Great exhibits, beautiful space and view.

Annie • February 4, 2017Well-designed cozy galleries

James C. • November 22, 2014Great museum. Really made well and great for classes. Must see.

Michelin Travel & Lifestyle • November 8, 2011While many historic homes feel, well, a bit cold, the Nicholas House has a cozy feel you won’t soon forget. -- Green Guide Editor

Nicolas G. • July 15, 2013Terrific experience. Well worth it.

Mika • July 16, 2018This extension is always free entry! But if you have a ticket, there’s a free ferry b/w here and the Seaport main museum. Afterwards, I highly recommend getting free cider next door at Downeast!

IWalked Audio Tours • September 13, 2011Otis was 3rd Boston mayor & a US Senator. Built in 1795-6. Had to be moved 40' in 1950s when Cambridge St was widened. Now museum with insight to 18th century wealthy living. More info in blog.<LINK>

Joseph D. • October 22, 2014Free lunchtime lectures and carefully curated exhibits are a hidden gem for history buffs

Josh T. • August 20, 2013They have some pretty funky home stuff(upside down pots for plants, so cool)

Ashley H. • June 27, 2015Our tour was fantastic. Our guide had a lot of very detailed historical knowledge which I thought made the tour. Well worth the money

Ashley O. • February 2, 2012Open from 10 till 4 with tours to go above and below decks at 11, 2 and 3. Staffed by national park service rangers !

Viayra • May 14, 2017Fell in love with this place. The acoustics are amazing, would have loved to sing in here.

Rob S. • May 10, 2012Go to the 4th floor and check out the roof garden. Great views of Beacon Hill.

Holly D. • December 15, 2018Magical place. Worth the tour!

Marguerite A. • April 17, 2011Great little museum with knowledgeable docents. Good exhibit on the 1942 Cocoanut Grove fire. Interesting info on mechanical fire box system. Worth stopping by if you are in the area.

Donna V. • May 12, 2013This is living history -- and accessible! Read all the signs on the walls. You will find lots of names important to our nation's history.

Ken H. • July 13, 2012One of the nicest gift shops on the Freedom Trail. Lovely historic Boston mugs. They now assign you a Revolutionary character on your pass, which is fun.

Eric A. • July 14, 2013Don't miss the tablet marking the spot where the British landed in 1775 at the Battle of Bunker Hill

Danielle M. • January 16, 2012An all time favorite of the Science Museum! You just can't skip it! :D