Copley Square

Practical Info

The square is located in the area formed by the intersection of Boylston Street, Clarendon Street, St. James Avenue and Dartmouth Street. Copley Square is best accessed via public transportation by taking the MBTA Green Line subway to the Copley stop. Metered and garaged parking is available nearby but is limited and quite expensive.

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Recent reviews from experiences in Boston

I did the tour with my...

Maya_H, Dec 2021

Walking Tour: Downtown Freedom Trail plus Beacon Hill to Copley Square/Back Bay

I did the tour with my family. It was a great experience for us And my kids. The tour guy brought their history lessons to life. Highly recommended.

We had the best time on...

Sarah_M, Dec 2021

We had the best time on the Freedom Trail walking tour. Our guide, Alan, was so friendly and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend, especially for first time visitors to Boston!

Historic Boston

ElizabethM_W, Oct 2021

Guided Walking Tour of Copley Square to Downtown Boston Freedom Trail

The tour guide was very knowledgeable and walking through parks and buildings. The local history was impressive.

Nice city walking tour!

James_H, Oct 2021

Would like more historical sites and less of the architectural part, but Andrew was a terrific guide and it was a great tour. Well worth it! They should probably let you know in advance you do not end where you start. We ended at Copley Square.

Fun walking in Boston

NealA, Oct 2021

Al was a great guide being both personable and knowledgeable. Would highly recommend we saw a lot and enjoyed the walk!

Guide very informative...

mksissycharternet, Nov 2021

Guide very informative and knowledgeable ~ I believe Andrew was our guide. He was excellent and we highly recommend this tour.

Allan, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable

Rosario_F, Nov 2021

Our tour guide Allan was very knowledgeable and patient. We learned so much about Boston’s history. I strongly recommend it.

Walking tour

Derek_B, Nov 2021

An excellent very knowledgeable guide made this tour extremely interesting and informative. Would definitely recommend.

Must book this walking tour!!

Amanda_M, Nov 2021

Great experience! Tour guide Alan was awesome, gave so much insight around the city and answered everyone's questions. Sweet and funny guy! Can't wait to return to Boston to do more tours.

I wish it was longer!

Angela_R, Nov 2021

Allen was wonderful! So funny and informative! I definitely recommend this tour for anyone who wants to learn about Boston and it’s history! 100/10!!!

Fun, informative and a great time!

Caitlin_F, Sep 2021

We had a great time on this tour! It was fun, informative and overall well done. Our guide was a great story teller and did a good job of making the history relatable.

Our guide was very...

Linda_H, Oct 2021

Our guide was very knowledgeable along the way. He included some fun facts and kept us all well entertained.