Christian Science Center, Boston

Name: Christian Science Center
Address: 250 Massachusetts Ave, Boston, United States

#508 among attractions in Boston

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The Christian Science Center is a 13.5-acre site on the corner of Massachusetts Avenue and Huntington Avenue in the Fenway neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts. A popular tourist attraction, the center is owned by the Church of Christ, Scientist, which refers to it as Christian Science Plaza. The complex, including most of the landscape was designated as a Boston Landmark by the Boston Landmarks Commission in 2011. ()

Coordinates: 42°20'40"N, 71°5'3"W

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250 Massachusetts AveFenway - Kenmore - Audubon Circle - LongwoodBoston United States

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Christian Science Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Newbury Street, Wally's Cafe, Skywalk Observatory, Matthews Arena.

~1710 ftN
Shopping, Shopping district
Newbury Street, Boston
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Boston, Newbury Street stands as a beacon of urban sophistication and a premier shopping district renowned for its eclectic mix of stores and charming atmosphere. This iconic thoroughfare, stretching from the Public Garden to Massachusetts...
~1510 ftS
Dancing, Nightlife
Wally's Cafe, Boston
8 min walk • Wally's Cafe, located in the historic city of Boston, United States, stands as an iconic landmark in the world of jazz. Founded in 1947 by Joseph L. Walcott, this intimate venue is one of the oldest family-owned and operated jazz clubs in existence.
~1110 ftN
Landmark 52-floor skyscraper and mall
Skywalk Observatory, Boston
6 min walk • Perched high above the bustling streets of Boston lies the Skywalk Observatory, a towering beacon that offers an unparalleled view of this historic city. Situated within the Prudential Center, the observatory stands as a modern marvel, inviting visitors to ascend...
~1170 ftS
Sport venue, Sport, Arenas and stadiums
Matthews Arena, Boston
6 min walk • Matthews Arena, located in the heart of Boston, United States, stands as a testament to the rich history of American sports. As the oldest indoor ice hockey arena still in use for the sport, Matthews Arena has been a hub of athletic activity since its opening in 1910.
~1550 ftNW
Shopping
Newbury Comics, Boston
8 min walk • Newbury Comics is a cult favorite for lovers of pop culture, comics, and music in Boston. The store, which originally gained fame as a vinyl record and comic book sales point, has over time transformed into an icon of Boston's subcultural scene, offering a wide...
~1520 ftN
Shopping, Shopping centre
The Shops at Prudential Center, Boston
8 min walk • The Prudential Center is an enclosed shopping mall within the mixed-use Prudential Center complex in the Back Bay neighborhood of Boston, Massachusetts.
~220 ftW
Church, Historical place
The First Church of Christ, Boston
2 min walk • The First Church of Christ, Scientist is the administrative headquarters and mother church of the Church of Christ, Scientist, also known as the Christian Science church.
~1330 ftS
Universities and schools
New England Conservatory of Music, Boston
7 min walk • The New England Conservatory of Music is a private music school in Boston, Massachusetts. It is the oldest independent music conservatory in the United States and among the most prestigious in the world.
~740 ftSW
National Historic Landmark concert venue
Symphony Hall, Boston
4 min walk • Symphony Hall is a concert hall located at 301 Massachusetts Avenue in Boston, Massachusetts, opened in 1900. Designed by the architectural firm McKim, Mead and White, it was built for the Boston Symphony Orchestra, which continues to make the hall its home.
~1710 ftNW
Library
Massachusetts Historical Society, Boston
9 min walk • The Massachusetts Historical Society is a major historical archive specializing in early American, Massachusetts, and New England history.
~1050 ftN
Convention center
Hynes Convention Center, Boston
6 min walk • The John B. Hynes Veterans Memorial Convention Center located in Boston was built in 1988 from a design by architects Kallmann, McKinnell & Wood. It replaced the John B.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Christian Science Center?

Nearby attractions include The First Church of Christ, Boston (2 min walk), 177 Huntington, Boston (2 min walk), Mary Baker Eddy Library, Boston (3 min walk), Mapparium, Boston (3 min walk).

How to get to Christian Science Center by public transport?

The nearest stations to Christian Science Center:

Bus

Massachusetts Ave opp Christian Science Ctr • Lines: 1 (3 min walk)
Belvidere St @ Huntington Ave • Lines: 55 (4 min walk)

Light rail

Symphony • Lines: E (4 min walk)
Prudential • Lines: E (5 min walk)

Metro

Massachusetts Avenue • Lines: Orange (7 min walk)
Back Bay • Lines: Orange (14 min walk)

Train

Boston Back Bay (14 min walk)
Ruggles (16 min walk)