Spend the morning at Boston's fascinating Museum of Science and then enjoy lunch and a little shopping on upscale Charles Street
Address 1 Science Park, Boston, MA Map, Tel 617 723 2500 Call, Website
From huge dinosaurs, an excellent children’s’ discovery center, a butterfly garden, iMax shows, an electricity exhibit, little monkeys, hatching chicken eggs, and much more–the Museum of science is a hit with children and adults alike. This is a large museum so I like to pick just a few exhibits to explore and then head out. You can review the MOS website for daily events. On weekends, they offer a terrific story hour with live animals. If you’d like to see an iMax show, you should pre-order tickets. more
Address 20 Charles St, Boston MA Map, Tel (617) 723-9600 Call, Website
This local chain makes award-winning Neapolitan-style (thin crust) pizza. You can purchase an entire pie, or a single slice. more
Address 89 Charles St, Boston MA Map, Tel (617) 227-0499 Call, Website
Artu provides moderately priced home-style Italian food, making it a good fit for picky eaters. more
Address 145 Charles Street, Boston, MA 02228 Map, Tel (617) 227-3320 Call, Website
This reliable Thai restaurant offers reasonably priced noodles, stir fry and soups in a casual atmosphere. more
Address 69 Charles Street, Boston MA Map, Tel 617-523-9402 Call, Website
This fun (if pricy) two story children's shop has a great selection of clothing, shoes, and accessories. Expect to find brands like Lulu, Charlie Rocket, Catamini, Classic Child, Clayeux, Coccoli, Deux Par Deux, and Primigi more
Address 131 Charles Street, Boston MA Map, Tel 617-523-3211 Call, Website
Owned by the same woman who runs The Red Wagon, Pixie Stix is focused on hard-to-outfit tween girls. Featuring clothing for girls age 6+, juniors, and women, you can expect to find a fun and fashionable mix of upscale clothing. more