the most original, charming, soulful museum you may dream, this venetian style manor hidden near Fenway park and the fine art museum is a place you never want to leave: Botticelli, Fra Angelico, Singer Sargent... an eclectic choice by Isabella Stewart Gardner, she invites us in her home...

A visit to the "ISG" Museum is well worth it. The collection of all things "art" was quite fascinating. It's quirky, it's eclectic, but oh so very interesting. Don't be fooled and think you'll just see paintings. To the contrary, there is so much more than the famous paintings at ISG. Everyone will find something to interest them. On site... More 

This is not your average museum. The building is as interesting as the exhibits. It's amazing what she did in putting this museum together at that time in history. Every local got exited when we told them where we go because everyone loves this place. I know you don't like museums. Trust me this one you'll like. Too bad about... More 

A collection of mostly European art by one very wealthy lady - with taste!. All amazing displayed in her Italian style home. A calming place and very good value. You will have to taxi or metro.

We found this attraction a little difficult to find using public transportation. Admission was included with our Go Boston Card and I had heard many good things about the museum. We arrived to find the attraction we wanted to see closed due to renovations on that floor. This was a huge disappointment to me and if this had been shown... More 

Mrs Gardener collected and collected and collected! She bought pieces from all over the world and decided to build somewhere to show them off. The result is a Venetian style palazzo with a stunning interior courtyard garden that's worth the price of admission on its own. The collection is full of different objects - furniture, paintings, pottery, glass and tapestry.

Having a historic building house the artifacts of a museum is a great idea and I'm glad someone had the sense to keep this place maintained the way it was meant to be. The museum is just a quick ride on the green line train from downtown Boston to the Fine Arts Museum stop (these two locations make for a... More 

This place brought so many memories back from my trip to Venice. The art is wonderful, but the courtyard stole my heart. Although no one is allowed in the courtyard itself, we sat on the stone benches surrounding it and it was such a wonderful experience. I love museums, and this one became a favorite. The pictures I took, don't... More