Opened at its current building in 2006, the ICA consists of spacious galleries and a performance theater. After admiring its stark exterior, visitors can take self-guided tours around the main collection of paintings, sculptures, photographs, and installations, which include works by luminaries such as Andy Warhol and Robert Mapplethorpe. You can also roam around the temporary exhibitions; although select shows and events, such as dance performances, concerts, and workshops, require separate tickets.
Consider purchasing a Boston sightseeing pass to save money on admission, or a flexible-itinerary private city tour that lets you add in a visit to the gallery. The ICA is also a notable sight on harbor cruises and city tours that cover the Seaport District.