We went on a Sunday afternoon at 1pm. It seemed that many people arrived for the 1pm seating. The cost was about $48.00 per person. The dining room was beautiful. I am not sure what other days are offered. The tea included scones, pastries and tea sandwiches. Each of us received a pot of tea of our choice. Cocktails are also served. The Map room was a smaller bar area. Very nice experience.

I don't know ... I am a Tourist ... I went to use the FREE InterNet front of the main Gate then left directly .

No, It's Free Admission but Check the working Hours putting in the glass of outer Gate, Change from day to day, Notice: 1- I think, This information is applying for all Public Library in USA. 2- I saw this question only now.

Plan on Parking in a Garage.

Wendy L, That is a very funny typo! I guess it depends on the wife 🤣

I agree with the general consensus. It's so easy to make your own way round, see it all and use the info available to enrich your visit. I'm sure the tours add, but the flexibility of going wherever and whenever you want added for me.

Would give it one hour plus. The courtyard is fantastic and you can sit and enjoy, the maps section could easily take another 30 minutes and there are apparently a number of displays. Plus a coffee shop, so the end point could be many hours

Also, in the same complex (different entrance door) is the WGBH public radio station coffee shop and café.

We walked via the Boston Common and called for a beer at the bar where "Cheers" was filmed.