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Boston Public Library, Boston

#108 among attractions in Boston

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Boston Public Library

Facts and practical information

Alternative names: Established: 1852 (172 years ago)Coordinates: 42°20'57"N, 71°4'42"W
Address

700 Boylston StBack BayBoston 02116-2813 United States

Contact
+1 617-859-2216
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Day trips

Boston Public Library – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Newbury Street, Copley Place, Club Café, Skywalk Observatory.

  • newbury street boston~1590 ftW
  • copley place boston~750 ftS
  • club cafe boston~1600 ftE
  • skywalk observatory boston~1370 ftSW
  • trinity church boston~800 ftE
  • charles river esplanade boston0.5 miNW
  • newbury comics boston0.5 miW
  • copley square boston~640 ftNE
  • the shops at prudential center boston~1190 ftW
  • old south church boston~340 ftN
  • commonwealth avenue mall boston~910 ftN

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Boston Public Library open?

Boston Public Library is open:
  • Monday 9 am - 9 pm
  • Tuesday 9 am - 9 pm
  • Wednesday 9 am - 9 pm
  • Thursday 9 am - 9 pm
  • Friday 9 am - 5 pm
  • Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
  • Sunday 1 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Boston Public Library?

Nearby attractions include Norman B. Leventhal Map Center, Boston (1 min walk), Old South Church, Boston (2 min walk), Copley Society of Art, Boston (3 min walk), Exeter Street Theatre, Boston (4 min walk).

How to get to Boston Public Library by public transport?

The nearest stations to Boston Public Library:

Light rail
  • Copley • Lines: B, C, D, E (2 min walk)
  • Prudential • Lines: E (8 min walk)

Bus
  • Saint James Ave @ Dartmouth St • Lines: 10, 39, 502, 504, 55, 9 (3 min walk)
  • Ring Rd @ Boylston St • Lines: 9 (4 min walk)

Train
  • Boston Back Bay (6 min walk)
  • Ruggles (27 min walk)

Metro
  • Back Bay • Lines: Orange (6 min walk)
  • Massachusetts Avenue • Lines: Orange (17 min walk)

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