If you’re eager for a day of art and culture, you’re in luck. Our luxury apartments in Mission Hill, Boston are near a variety of museums. Whether you’re seeking contemporary art or historical artifacts, you can find all of the above at these local museums.

Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum

Since 1903, the Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum has been a special place to admire art and enjoy music. The gardens are a peaceful place to escape the hustle and bustle. In 1990, the museum was the site of the largest property theft in the world when 13 works of art were stolen. A $10 million reward is still being offered for information leading to their recovery.

Advance tickets and masks are required. You can also virtually explore the museum at no cost.

Museum of Fine Arts

When it opened in 1870, the Museum of Fine Arts had 5,600 works of art. Today, you'll find over 500,000 pieces in the collection. Stroll through the galleries to view paintings, sculptures, and other pieces from all over the world. The Egyptian exhibits are some of the most popular. Admission to the museum is $25. If you become a member, you can visit for free for a year. You can also browse exhibits online for free through their Google Arts & Culture site.

Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum

You learned about the Boston Tea Party in history class, but you can actually tour a replica of a ship and see the only surviving chest that carried tea. At the Boston Tea Party Ships and Museum, you'll be guided by costumed actors. You'll even get to dump tea into the harbor! Of course, you can't leave without ordering tea and pastries at Abigail's Tea Room and Terrace.

In addition to great museums in Boston, check out our zoos and aquariums worth visiting. When you’re looking for a new place to call home, contact us to schedule an in-person or virtual tour of our 95 Saint Longwood apartments in Boston.