Experts' Choice Award Boston Public Library
17 expert reviews
Concierge "The Boston Public Library is a destination in itself, and not just for bookworms."
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"Dating from 1852, the esteemed Boston Public Library lends credence to Boston’s reputation as the ‘Athens of America.’." Full review
Time Out "The original structure, designed by Charles McKim and completed in 1895, is now the research library, while an extension opened in 1972 to function as a general library." Full review
Fodor's "This venerable institution is a handsome temple to literature and a valuable research library." Full review
Not For Tourists "People need at least one place where they can be their most effective, motivated and focused. Sometimes it's their home, a coffee shop, the back corner of a bookstore, a random park..."
Travel + Leisure "This central branch at Copley Square is home to the magnificent Bates Hall reading room, the most architecturally revered and historically significant room at America’s first public library." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"The first in the country to lend books." Full review
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Before you enter, admire the granite facade's wrought-iron lanterns, relief panels... the inside is even more elaborate.
Afar Magazine "A lovely find for a lover of literature and libraries full of old charm." Full review
On the Grid "Beautiful Italianate courtyard in the BPL’s historic McKim building, the Courtyard Restaurant is steeped in history." Full review
Where "America’s first municipally-funded public library houses millions of books, manuscripts, music scores and art and boasts a scenic courtyard, events, readings and exhibits." Full review
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