Boston Public LibraryFree: All time

The Boston Public Library offers public tours highlighting the architecture of Charles Follen McKim and Philip Johnson, as well as the many works of famed sculptors and painters. The free tours last about an hour and are given by volunteer guides. No appointment is necessary. Tours meet in the lobby of the McKim Building (Dartmouth Street entrance). Current scheduled tours run on Mon 2:30pm, Tue & Thu 6pm, Wed, Fri & Sat 11am, Sun 2pm.

Address: 700 Boylston St., Boston MA 02116
Opening hours: Mon-Thu 9am – 9pm, Fri & Sat 9am – 5pm, Sun 1pm – 5pm
Direction: T Green Line to Copley Station
Phone: +1 (617)859-2216
Website: www.bpl.org/central/tours.htm

Photo credit: Brian Johnson, Daniel Schwen