Even if you’re not outdoorsy, Massachusetts has so many ways you can explore nature and its creatures.
At the Springfield Science Museum, explore the eco-center, the dinosaur and African halls, the mineral hall and the planetarium. Visit the Southwick’s Zoo in Central Massachusetts — it’s New England’s largest zoo, with delightfully large and small animals. In Boston check out Franklin Park Zoo. The Berkshire Museum in Western Massachusetts offers art, natural science and a history exhibit, along with children’s programs.
Robots and holograms are just two of the cutting-edge science exhibits on display at Cambridge’s MIT Museum. On Nantucket, view the night sky at the Loines Observatory. To experience the sea indoors, visit the world-famous New England Aquarium in Boston, home to 2,000 species of exotic fish, sharks and sea turtles in a giant ocean tank, plus a penguin colony and more.
Boston CityPASS®
Boston
Franklin Park Zoo
Boston
Museum of Science
Boston
New England Aquarium
Boston
New England Aquarium Whale Watch
Boston
Mapparium/The Mary Baker Eddy Library
Boston
Interactive exhibits and kiosks, include the world-famous Mapparium, a stunning three-story stained glass globe. Explore the life and achievements of... more
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Boston CityPASS®
Boston Common Visitor Center
139 Tremont Street
Boston
888-330-5008 - B
Franklin Park Zoo
1 Franklin Park Rd.
Boston
617-541-LION - C
Museum of Science
1 Science Park
Boston
617-723-2500 - D
New England Aquarium
1 Central Wharf
Boston
617-973-5200 - E
New England Aquarium Whale Watch
Central Wharf
Boston
617-973-5206 - F
Mapparium/The Mary Baker Eddy Library
Mary Baker Eddy Library
200 Massachusetts Avenue
Boston
888-222-3711
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