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Metropolitan Waterworks Museum

Tourist attraction

4.8(491 reviews)
Closed Closed ⋅ Opens 11 AM Sat
Metropolitan Waterworks Museum

About

Exhibits on 1st U.S. city water system. Exhibits on the engineering behind U.S.'s 1st metro water system, with walking & bus tours.

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What to bring

Based on this location and its activities, here's what you might want to bring:

  • Comfortable shoes for walking

Best times to visit

To avoid crowds at Metropolitan Waterworks Museum:

  • Weekday mornings are typically less crowded
  • Avoid peak lunch/dinner hours if this is a restaurant
  • Check their social media for special events that might increase attendance

Age appropriateness

This location is generally recommended for:

Toddlers (0-2)Preschoolers (3-5)Elementary (6-10)Tweens (11-13)Teens (14+)

Details

  • Address
    2450 Beacon St, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467
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    Phone
    (617) 277-0065
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    Hours
    Monday:Closed
    Tuesday:Closed
    Wednesday:11 AM–4 PM
    Thursday:11 AM–4 PM
    Friday:11 AM–4 PM
    Saturday:11 AM–4 PM
    Sunday:11 AM–4 PM

Features

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance: Has wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot: Has wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom: Has wheelchair accessible restroom

Amenities

  • Offers tours: Offers tours
  • Restroom: Has restroom
  • Restaurant: No restaurant

Children

  • Good for kids: Good for kids

Parking

  • Free parking lot: Free parking lot
  • On-site parking: On-site parking

Nearby

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