Museum of Science Boston: Tickets & City Pass Inclusion
2 - 3 h
Science Museum
Founded 1830; current Charles River site opened 1951
1 Science Park, Boston, MA, USA
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Practical Visitor Info & Tips
$33.00
$28.00 (Child, 3-11) / $29.00 (Senior, 60+)
Check the official site for current seasonal hours.
Online reservation recommended; members do not need to reserve.
Exhibit halls covering science, engineering, and natural history, including the Theater of Electricity. The Charles Hayden Planetarium and Mugar Omni Theater (IMAX) are separate add-on tickets.
| Option | Price | Booking | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult, Exhibit Halls | $33.00 | Online recommended | |
| Child (3-11) | $28.00 | Online recommended | |
| With Boston CityPASS | Included (1 of 4 picks from 7) | Must be chosen — not automatic | |
| With Go City Boston | Included | Confirmed on Go City's attraction list |
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Ticket Options
$33.00
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See pass compatibility below ↓Overview & History
The Museum of Science spans the Charles River Dam between Boston and Cambridge, with over 700 interactive exhibits covering engineering, natural history, and physical science. General admission covers the exhibit halls; the Charles Hayden Planetarium and Mugar Omni Theater (New England's only domed IMAX) are separate add-on tickets.
What to See: Top Highlights
Theater of Electricity
Live demonstrations with the world's largest air-insulated Van de Graaff generator, included with general admission.
Charles Hayden Planetarium
Full-dome digital shows on space and astronomy — a separate ticket from exhibit-hall admission.
Natural History Exhibits
Dinosaur skeletons, live animal exhibits, and the New England Habitats hall.
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Is This Covered by a Boston Pass?
Compare Boston PassesYes on both. The Museum of Science is confirmed on Go City Boston's unlimited-visit attraction list, and it's also one of Boston CityPASS's 4 choices from 7.
Boston CityPASS
Conditional. Eligible as one of the 4 picks from the 7-attraction list — not automatically included; you must choose it.
Go City Boston — All-Inclusive Pass
Included. Confirmed on Go City's own published Boston attractions list.
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