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Mugar Omni Theater
1 Museum Of Science Driveway, Boston, MA 02114, United States
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J
Review №1

Would love to see the making of Top Gun: Maverick at Mugar!

Ma
Review №2

I saw Rocky Mountain Express and I enjoyed it so much. The seats are very comfortable and quite a lot of leg space.

S
Review №3

Ive seen half a dozen shows at the Omni Theater and will be going here as long as they let me. The immersive experience this theater offers is unlike anything else, even virtual reality. The films shown are always wonderful, too. Very, very worth seeing one or two at a time.

Mi
Review №4

Screen and shows are awesome, you definitely get that 360 degree feeling sitting there and the sound system is awe inspiring.

Ro
Review №5

If youve never been definitely find a movie and go. Unique movie experience. Unreal sound and screen. Cheaper than the movies at $10 if Spirit Bear Rainforest is still showing you should definitely see it!

Qu
Review №6

The iMax and planetarium experience are incredible, even for adults!! Loved the national parks and Cuba shows in imax and the Universe is my favorite planetarium show

Ch
Review №7

Great Bear Rain Forest was excellent! Ryan Reynolds narrates and does a good job. Spectacular visuals.

Ma
Review №8

Good. Imax theater. Check Mos website for. Schedule. Show is $10 for. Adults , and 8 for kids. Movies run about an hour. Sit in the middle up high for the best experience. I parking is expensive $17, consider taking the green line instead.

Fr
Review №9

This place serves a very specific purpose: to deliver knowledge about Science in the most visually stunning way possible. From that perspective, it delivers in spades. Huge dome screen and awesome sound make the experience immersive and very engaging. Be advised, some of the materials shown can (and do) scare small children, so inquire with the staff to be safe. Seating is comfortable and well maintained, though the theater is quite steep, which can make some adults uneasy. All in all a fantastic experience, and a great way to spend some of your day at the Museum of Science.

Pa
Review №10

We saw The Great Barrier Reef.It was a great movie. You can never go wrong with museum of science.Brings back such great memories. Now its time to start new ones for my daughter.

Se
Review №11

Never get tired of the omni theater!I miss the old intro going up storrow with leonard nemoy though

Fe
Review №12

I watched a documentary in this room and it was amazing! Very large screen, incredible sound and comfortable seats. Besides, the documentary itself (about Australias Great Barrier Reef) was stunning.

Ma
Review №13

The Omni theaters really great things. Ive been going there since it was built when I was a kid. I would strongly suggest getting tickets online ahead of time. You can do digital tickets on your phone which is nice. Its pretty loud so young kids Im not really recommended. But somewhere 4 or 5 and up is good. Be aware you cant really get out to pee. Youre kind of in it for the duration but the shows dont really last an hour there more like between 42 minutes and 50 minutes.

sl
Review №14

Main projector has elevator that lifts projector up to a hole where there is NO GLASS WINDOW as other theaters have that penalizes image quality. They still use 70mm film going sideways as well! :) But if they ever change this, theyre going to be losing stars.

Jo
Review №15

Love this place! Always breath taking imagery inside the 180 degree dome screen that makes you feel like you left Cambridge and were transported to. . . .whatever/where ever is showing

Je
Review №16

Seeing a movie here is always a fun treat and highlight of our visit to the MOS. We love the variety of movies that are shown. For educational films, my kiddies are never bored and love them.

Ch
Review №17

The visuals remain astounding, even after the decades they have been open. However, the content is boring at times. We watched Volcanos and the focus was more on a photographers journey to take pictures instead of the science behind them.

Ke
Review №18

Mugar Omni - Always a great time, no matter what the show or program is. Just go for the surround screen and sound, a immersive sensory experience, for all ages. Typically under two hours.

Ch
Review №19

Very cool place given the curved. IMAX screen

Ad
Review №20

Its an awesome and immersive experience. In a way its quite similar to a wearing an Oculus VR headset - but sans the headset.The picture quality was a bit grainy for couple of scenes. I could spot pixels and blurring esp. the ariel shots. However it was a great experience overall!

Pa
Review №21

The Cuba movie was great. Also enjoyed the Cuban lunch . Spent time in the wonderful gift shop and found some nice gifts.

Ty
Review №22

One of those things you have to see before you leave.

Sa
Review №23

You feel like you are right in the action. The screen is so close it seems you could touch it with your toe.

Lu
Review №24

An amazing cinematic experience unique to Boston. It is a dome shaped theater that plays mainly IMAX documentaries and is the most immersive film viewing I have ever seen. Why the rest of the country has not caught on to this I cannot say, but its even better than 3-D or 4-D

do
Review №25

Over 20 years later, and its still one of my favorite things to do in Boston.

Pr
Review №26

It was a delight to watch the informative documentary on Volcanoes in surround sound system and domb shaped screen.

Ma
Review №27

THE MUGAR OMNI THEATER AT THE MUSEUM OF SCIENCE OF BOSTON IS A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE AND ONE OF THE VERY BEST THEATERS IN MASSACHUSETTS. FOR ME, THERE ISNT ANY OTHER PLACE BETTER THAN THE OMNI THEATER! I LOVE IT!

Da
Review №28

The only full Omni IMAX in New England doesnt disappoint!

Ra
Review №29

We love this theater. Surround sound make it real and fun. Always a long line so be early for the best seats

An
Review №30

We watched the Panda movie at the theater as part of our visit to the Science Museum. It was great. Just what youd expect from an IMAX experience. Everyone in the family loved it.

Ja
Review №31

The Mugar Omni Theater is one of the few 180 degree screen theaters in the Boston area. The programming is always beautifully shot in true IMAX.

Al
Review №32

It was a wonderful experience. I attended with my son and step-daughter on their 6th grade class trip. We had a time for our show. The gentleman doing the show was very knowledgeable and included the audience in the presentation/show.

An
Review №33

Saw a musical laser show in here. The experience is fantastic, you are surrounded by sound, and mostly in darkness. The visuals are a combination of very ephemeral backgrounds overlaid with symbology in laser form. Get public transport, dont drive.

An
Review №34

I loved just that it hurts your head a bit

Ge
Review №35

The theater is unique, it has a rounded screen which makes it feel like you are surrounded by the movie and totally immersed. This is not like a regular imax. Its a unique and cool experience

A
Review №36

Great experience for children and adults alike and cheaper for a family of 4 than a regular movie.

Mi
Review №37

Great attraction to check out while in Cambridge/Boston. They have great shows, and the whole museum is amazing.

Wi
Review №38

Amazing theater in one of the worlds great science museums. Films are always interesting (running about 50 minutes), but the intro to the theater, prior to the main film, using Leonard Nemoy, could use updating.

We
Review №39

Nice

Da
Review №40

The Mugar Omni Theater is a one of a kind experience. The movies are short, but amazing. During the experience you are sitting in a dome and everything is taking place around you. You feel that you are in the movie. Everyone should experience this.

Wi
Review №41

Awesome theater. The last film we saw was more of an infomercial on the National Parks, but the theater itself is incredible. Next best thing to being there. Or, in the case of a shark film, even better!

an
Review №42

OmG .. it was awesome!! The theater experience .. ican never forget

Ja
Review №43

Love this place. Tons of things to do, and a proper IMAX DOME!

Da
Review №44

Just as good as its been for 30 years of visits!

An
Review №45

I bring people here when they visit Boston because its so different. Doesnt really matter the movie. You get lost in the experience. 10/10 would recommend.

An
Review №46

Nice theater. Comfortable and clean. I love love love the reclining seats.

La
Review №47

Great barrier reef show was great

Ro
Review №48

Theater is good. The exhibits outside it are really cool. Saw Pink Floyd show and previously Shackelton both were top notch

Re
Review №49

Anyone whos been to the Museum of Science in Boston knows that there is a lot to do in that one location. The Omni Theater always offers a wide variety of different movies throughout the year and the kids really enjoy being in the Theatre and they also get to learn something too lots of fun

Be
Review №50

Awesome stop when your at the museum of science

Br
Review №51

Rare IMAX Dome Theatre with a near 180° surround screen and specially-formatted movies that amaze.

Jo
Review №52

Always great IMAX films showing. Greg MacGillivrays Dream Big is a MUST SEE for all ages!

Li
Review №53

I used to work at the Omni!

Gl
Review №54

The Mugar Omni Theater at MOS is just amazing.

Ca
Review №55

Amazing experience, they flex their sound system in the beginning of each show that makes it worth it alone.

Al
Review №56

Exc sound and nice,enjoyable shows

Cr
Review №57

I was working, playing in the band for a wedding reception. I would highly recommend.

so
Review №58

It was an amazing experience!!! You must definitely try it!!!

Br
Review №59

Never fails to entertain and educate the family.

E
Review №60

Always great experience at Mugar On I Theater. Seats are comfortable, movies are interesting.

St
Review №61

Wow! That IMAX experience is something to behold. The stairs are a bit steep, and my elderly mother didnt love that, but otherwise, a nice experience.

Ab
Review №62

Awesome effects .. loved it.

cr
Review №63

The projector lens needs cleaning...dust on the lens is distracting from film

An
Review №64

A really great experience! They have a great variety of shows to see here. Definitely check it out!

La
Review №65

Saw Stargate, cant wait to see StarTrek!

je
Review №66

The omni theater was amazing it puts you right into the movie

Pa
Review №67

Truly a MUST SEE !

Il
Review №68

The screen is huge, but the resolution is lacking, which takes away from the experience. That said, they have some great educational shows and are open late -- a good option to keep in mind for a rainy or a cold day.

Mi
Review №69

The place is breathtaking! The movie experience is overwhelming! I think you will enjoy it.

Ju
Review №70

All I can say is Leonard Nimoy

jv
Review №71

Best theater ever. Only OMNIMAX in New England

De
Review №72

The movies are always enlightening and well done

Ma
Review №73

Whenever I go to the museum, I have to see a show at the Mugar Omni Theatre. Its a great experience from the start with the wonderful intro by Leonard Nemoy, and the shows are constantly changing and always beautiful.

Sh
Review №74

The contents of the show as well as the experience of an immersive theatre was absolutely amazing..Worth watching...

Ju
Review №75

Very nice place to watch an imax film. Great visual effects, comfortable theatre.

Am
Review №76

Brings another world alive!

St
Review №77

Great shows seating exalent very accommodating

Ga
Review №78

Nice venue to watch memorable documentaries. Decent price.

Jo
Review №79

Great barrier reef was pretty good.

An
Review №80

The best part is the Leonard Nimoy introduction to every film!

Ye
Review №81

Super cool experience! :)

Ja
Review №82

Great screen and awesome sound system. There is a garage that you get discounts on if your a member of the museum of science.

Da
Review №83

Its like watch a movie from Gods prospective.

Se
Review №84

Incredible,was really immersed in the experience

Be
Review №85

Where else nearby can you find a dome imax theater .... Thats right nowhere else in new England.

Th
Review №86

Rhianna Light Show? Disappointing.

Ja
Review №87

Great family fun at the Science Museum

Ha
Review №88

Incredible theater. Picture is amazing.

Da
Review №89

Love every moment

mi
Review №90

I love it there

C
Review №91

Always a fun experience

Si
Review №92

The best theater you can go to.

Ju
Review №93

Very fun to see any movie on the omnitheater. Not a great place for little kids that are adverse to loud noises.

Pa
Review №94

You should see National Parks Imax before it goes away!

Lu
Review №95

Great

An
Review №96

The sound check alone is worth the price of admission!

Te
Review №97

Great show!

OS
Review №98

You pay for the experience.

An
Review №99

It was awsome

Ja
Review №100

Medusa was awesome

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  • Address:1 Museum Of Science Driveway, Boston, MA 02114, United States
  • Site:http://www.mos.org/imax
  • Phone:+1 617-723-2500
Categories
  • Movie theater
  • IMAX theater
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible lift:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible seating:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible toilet:Yes
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
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