Rethinking Boston Brutalism

Explore an architectural style that has put Boston on the international map

by Boston By Foot· Boston, MA
From$10.50

What to Expect

Duration, Distance, Terrain

1.5 hours
1 mile at a moderate pace, stopping at various sites along the tour
Mostly flat surfaces and little to no inclines

About

Like it or hate it, Boston is unarguably a center for Brutalism in America. Building with concrete represented one of the major architectural movements of the postwar era, but in Boston it was deployed in more numerous and diverse civic, cultural, residential, corporate, and academic projects than in any other major U.S. city.

Brutalism is currently experiencing a resurgence in popularity. Join us as we explore the historical and social context of an architectural style that has put Boston on the international map, but which Bostonians still love to hate.

Meeting location:

Meet your guide outside the entrance to the New England Aquarium IMAX Theatre, Central Wharf

Finding Your Guide: All guides carry an 8×11 sign that says “Boston By Foot Walking Tours.”

Nearest Accessible MBTA Station: Aquarium (Blue line)

What to bring

Comfortable shoes, dress for the weather, water bottle

Address

87 Mount Vernon Street, Boston, MA, 02108

Pricing

Member · Individual & Family Memberships: Select the number of members you want to redeem your code forFree
Adult · Ages 13+$18.82
Child · Ages 6-12$10.50
Child under 6Free
Private Tour · Bookable for private tour groups of up to 20 people. • Groups of 21+ please submit a Private Tour Request Form$210

Prices are typical; see the booking calendar for live availability and rates.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel up to 0.5 hours before the start time.

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