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What to Do in Boston if You're a Total Geek
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items I've only visited Boston once, however it was clearly apparent that it was a haven for Nerdy culture. Brush away the colonial old-world charm and this city is secretly a geek’s paradise. From mind-bending museums to hidden arcades and classic RPG sho...
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Geeky Attractions & Activities
Retro Gaming & Arcades
Board Games & Geek Shops
Film, Sci-Fi & Pop Culture
Geeky Attractions & Activities
Boston is packed with brainy, offbeat, and pop-culture rich destinations. Whether you're a history nerd, science buff, or arcade junkie, there's something here for you.
Dive into robotics, holograms, and cutting-edge engineering. This museum is an interactive haven for science and tech lovers, nestled in the heart of innovation.
MIT Museum
A real-world “questing” experience where you and your friends solve physical and mental challenges across themed rooms. It’s like live-action D&D meets escape room chaos.
Boda Borg Boston
Step inside a three-story stained glass globe for a surreal and educational visual trip around the world circa 1935.
The Mary Baker Eddy Library
Think of it as a mix between video games, obstacle courses, and puzzle hunts—crafted into a massive indoor experience built for groups.
Level99
From dinosaur skeletons to glass flowers, this spot is great for fans of evolution, biology, and beautifully odd collections.
The Harvard Museum of Natural History
Retro Gaming & Arcades
Find Boston’s best pixel-packed spots to get your button-mashing fix, from vintage cabinets to multiplayer mayhem.
A barcade with vintage arcade machines, pinball, and craft cocktails, all hidden behind a fake freezer door in a pizza shop.
Roxy's Arcade
It’s worth the trip to nearby Salem for classic arcade games, console nights, and geek-themed cocktails.
Bit Bar Salem
Neon-lit fun meets nostalgia with everything from old-school arcade games to '90s hip hop on the speakers.
VERSUS
Tucked inside Roxy’s Grilled Cheese, this hidden spot has a solid selection of classic arcade titles and quirky decor.
Roxy's Arcade
Board Games & Geek Shops
Fill your bag (and your heart) with dice, meeples, graphic novels, and gear from Boston’s best nerdy hangouts.
Pay by the hour to stay and play a massive collection of tabletop games, plus order food and drinks while you strategize.
Knight Moves Cafe
Cambridge’s iconic shop for D&D, Magic: The Gathering, Warhammer, and a huge library of sci-fi and fantasy books.
Pandemonium Books & Games
A must-stop for everything from pop culture vinyl to manga, figures, and quirky Boston-themed gear.
Newbury Comics
Film, Sci-Fi & Pop Culture
Whether it’s movie marathons or retro vibes, Boston’s film and culture spots cater to the cinephile in every geek.
Known for cult classics, sci-fi showcases, and film noir nights. A historic, indie gem for serious movie lovers.
The Brattle Theatre
This art deco theater screens everything from anime and midnight horror to 70mm classics.
Coolidge Corner Theatre
One of the best domed IMAX screens in the country, perfect for science documentaries and space films.
One of the best domed IMAX screens in the country, perfect for science documentaries and space films.Mugar Omni Theater
A funky vintage clothing store where cosplayers and pop culture fans can score killer outfits, accessories, and costume pieces.
The Garment District