I loved this place!! I am the biggest bookworm in the world and this is one of the best library’s I have ever visited. The architecture is amazing and the book selection is huge!! I recommend it to anyone
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700 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116-2813
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nicolesL9162XH
Palmetto, Florida
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When we decides to go to this, we thought we would just quickly visit and see why this was #4 on the list. Luckily we got there for the tour. Wow! This was really great. The art and architecture is so unique and eye catching. The history was interesting. I loved the old elevator. What a beautiful courtyard as well. Great tour!
Date of experience: June 2019
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MartinJerusalem
Jerusalem, Israel
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We knew this was special bur we were overwhelmed by this most amazing building,library and just everything about it.The most amazing Library we have seen..and we have seen many.
Date of experience: June 2019
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Darien, Illinois
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My hubby and I spent about an hour here. There is amazing architectural detail. We have been in other big city libraries and I really loved the classic feel of this one. There was one room that gave me slight Hogwarts’ vibes. There are a few gorgeous halls on the second and third floors. Well worth the time!
Date of experience: June 2019
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janetraveler333
Cambridge, Massachusetts
1540
the staff in the computer room is somewhat hostile and rude. it is an ongoing problem for all of us. however, the books are great. there has certainly been a lot of time to acquire books. like a lot of places in boston, it is OLD.
Date of experience: June 2019
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Lauren K
Atlanta, GA
824
I don't typically visit libraries on trips, but this library is gorgeous. They have a stunning courtyard and fountain - the building is very old, and well-maintained. They have a beautiful tea room that I hoped to go to, but FYI, even though it closes at 4:45, they will not seat you after 3:00 (which appears nowhere on their website...). It was still so pretty though that I won't downgrade them for it.
Date of experience: June 2019
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