Visitors can tour this ship – the undefeated and oldest commissioned ship in the US Navy – and visit the onsite maritime museum. Located within walking distance from most North End marinas. Open daily, from 9am-6pm.
Tel: (617) 242 5670
Highly educational museum, introducing science and technology through exciting demonstrations, experiments and interactive displays. There is something fun to learn for everyone, and the kids love its effortless educational approach. Open Sat-Thurs, 9am-7pm and Fri 9am-9pm. Closed Sun.
Tel: (617) 723 2500
One of the world’s greatest museums, the MFA is especially acclaimed for its impressionism paintings. Open Mon, Tues, Sat and Sun, 10am-4:45pm, Wed and Fri from 10am-9:45pm.
Tel: (617) 267 9300
Located just a few hundred yards from the waterfront marinas, this old market building complex, built in 1742, is one of Boston’s many landmarks. Besides an open market, it was also a meeting place for the town government and a central place during the revolution. Today, it hosts a mix of shops, food counters and a museum.
Tel: (617) 242 5690
Established over 90 years ago, and dedicated to children. Contains many activities meant to both amuse and educate young children from 1 to 10 years old. Open every day, 10am-5pm and from 10am-9pm on Fri.
Tel: (617) 426 6500
Palma has a huge year long calendar of cultural events, designed to satisfy all styles and tastes, from classical concerts, theatre, ballet, and traditional flamenco to jazz and pop, often featuring internationally acclaimed artists. There is also a full summer programme of events taking place at different venues around the city, including, Bellver Castle. As if this was not enough, the numerous festivals and Saints days, local feasts, harvest celebration etc. are all duly celebrated. The popular and renowned ‘Jazz Voyeur Festival’ takes place every October.
Built on the site of an existing Mosque after the defeat of the Moors, the Cathedral dominates the sea front of Palma and is the central landmark of the harbour. A visit to this imposing, awe inspiring and iconic building is a must whilst in Palma, followed by a stroll around the surrounding gardens. At night, the view of the illuminated Cathedral gives a unique atmosphere to the whole harbour.
Tel: {0034} 971 723 130
For those based in Palma, there are irregular guided tours of some of the old town Palazzio's patios (courtyards), normally off limits to the public. The tours generally take place at the beginning and the end of the summer season. Enquire at the tourist office.
Set in Miro's former residence and studio, with a good art and sculpture collection by Miro and changing exhibitions from other artists. Wonderful architecture, beautiful gardens and good views. A must for any art lover!
Tel: {0034} 971 701 420
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www.miro.palmademallorca.es
Joan de Saridakis 29
07015, Palma de Mallorca
The Juan March foundation displays a varied collection of works by 20th century Spanish artists.
Tel: + (34) 971 713515
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