Trinity Church

This was a beautiful place to visit while in Boston. We accepted the audio guide (no extra charge) and this was the right thing to do as we got so much extra information we would have otherwise missed out on and it makes you understand and appreciate what you are looking at so much more. The price of admission was around 10 dollars and goes towards the upkeep of the church. Recommend while in Boston. The park area directly in front of the church is under redevelopment and should look really good when the work is complete.

• Founded: 1733 • Current Building Completed: 1877 Built after the original church was destroyed in the Great Boston Fire of 1872 • Known for: • Its massive stone arches • Stunning murals and stained glass windows • A central tower

Very educational and religious tour. Picturesque throughout the church.

Beautiful church. The architecture is absolutely incredible! Very peaceful inside. I was lucky to visit Trinity Church on a Friday shortly before a free 30-minute organ concert (…$10 donations encouraged) began at 12:15pm. What a wonderful experience! I wasn’t planning to pay to go inside the church, but the organ concert made it 100% worth it.

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Beautiful old church that creates a whole new US architectural style. Interesting to see how much more scale and openness was possible with modeen engineering techniques vs medieval European churches for example.

Very nice architecture, history and art. An interesting church to visit downtown and hard to find open sometimes due to a big amount of services booked. It is worth the wait though.

This Trinity Church looks awesome for its age. When I came here it was not open and it was also blocked by some construction 🚧

I'm a member and regular church- goer. Beautiful church, friendly parishioners, lovely service. The clergy will greet your warmly at the service and welcome all. The building is gorgeous inside and out, an historic architectural gem in Copley Square in Back Bay Boston. Guided and self-guided tours are available, its history is fascinating.

Stunning church. Staff was friendly. Kids got in free. We only went in and looked around. They do offer tours and it is still a functioning church. Trinity Church In Boston's Back Bay sits the architecturally stunning Trinity Church. This area was once underwater before being filled in with land. The church actually rests on over 4,000 wooden piles and clay to keep the church's foundation strong. The central tower alone weighs 9,500 tons, and most of the pilings support this massive structure. Regular checks are conducted to monitor any potential sinkage. Built from 1872 to 1877, Trinity Church is part of the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts parish. After the parish's church on Summer Street had burned down in the Great Boston Fire of 1872, construction on the new church began - one in the shape of a modified Greek cross - under the direction of Rector Phillips Brooks. He is considered the greatest American preacher of the 19th century. His Christmas carol, "O Little Town of Bethlehem," is how most Americans might know him today. Henry Hobson Richardson, a young New York architect with useful connections from his Harvard years, won the right to design Trinity Church in a select competition with seasoned professionals. His unique response to the conditions of an awkward site produced both the first prize and the design that would make his career (Richardsonian Romanesque style). Trinity Church is considered the birthplace of this architectural style, and its signature features include a clay roof, arches, rough stones, and towers. Inside Trinity Church, there are brightly colored murals that cover over 20,000 square feet. While the windows were clear glass at first, they are now beautiful stained-glass murals. The church is considered one of the "Ten Most Significant Buildings in the United States" and is the only church in the nation with that honor.

Beautiful church in the middle of boston city, it's Episcopal denomination, generally known for its inclusivity and lack of hierarchy. It was built back in 1877, which was messy times after the Civil War, filled with economic depression, white supremacy, labor unrest, and a fractionalized political system. Now that you have some background info, onto my experience with the place! When you enter, you're immediately greeted by very nice friendly folks who are ready to talk about the place and sell you the tickets. Used my student ID for a little bit of discount, paid $8 instead of the regular adult $10. The pictures speak for themselves, very high ceilings and light brown undertones everywhere, with mosaic stained glass windows here and there. It is somewhat old, but I'd say still pretty well maintained overall. Nice place to visit when walking around Boston area, great for tourists like myself, I'm just a socal girl dropped in the middle of east coast city.

This grand, historic building never fails to catch my eye...I've passed by it so many times walking around Boston and finally had the chance to do a self guided tour on my last visit! Walking around these church grounds feels like walking around the ancient European cities and makes you forget you're in Boston lol! The building itself was constructed in the late 1800s but the congregation was established all the way back in 1733! It always blows my mind how historic Boston is! The exterior is covered in so many intricate carvings including gargoyles, depicting saints, and telling various stories. Tickets for the self guided tours are $10 (as of October 2023) and include a pamphlet with info on the points of interest and a site map. There's a gift shop at the entrance and the staff are super friendly! There were even quite a few free posters of the church. Inside is very grandiose and beautiful- tons of stained glass panels, a giant organ, a massive cross hanging above the ornate altar and surrounded by a rotunda of lovely stained glass windows - definitely worth a visit. They also offer walking tours and guided tours at various times listed in their website, as well as occasional organ concerns open to the public. The church is located right in Copley Square and is definitely worth visiting if you enjoy history and especially ornate architecture. It's handicap accessible with plenty of space inside to maneuver. I visited on a Tuesday afternoon and almost had the place to myself. Lovely visit - highly recommend!!

Beautiful on the outside but you should not have to pay $10 to go look at the inside. That's ridiculous. Didn't go in.

Beautiful architecture. Love these types of classic churches buildings. The park in the same vicinity where the church is allows one to sit down, enjoy the views and the nice breeze and watch people talkings, walking, skateboarding too. But I must admit this churches architecture is beautiful!!!

I've toured MANY churches and have NEVER been asked to pay $10 to see the inside of any of them. The outside is gorgeous and what little peaks we could sneak through the vestibule windows looked beautiful, but I wasn't going to spend $10 for 10 minutes in a church. I'll always put in a few bucks if asked for a donation, but requiring a ticket is beyond ridiculous. Do yourself a favor and go across the square to the Old South Church or take the Boston Public Library Architecture tour, both free, and worth it.

This Catholic church was founded in 1733. Its original location burned down in the Great Boston Fire of 1872, and this church was completed in 1877. It's truly stunning. I didn't take any pictures inside, because they asked us not to because I was there during prayer hours over Easter weekend (and I'm a rule follower when it comes to respecting other people's houses of worship). But it was really beautiful, full of mosaics and stained glass windows! GORGEOUS. Go inside. Even if you can't Instagram it, it'll be memorable.

Such a beautiful building. I visited this church a decade ago and it remains the most stunning architectural design I have ever seen. Beautiful stained glass, marble stone and paintings from more than 100 years ago. This entire building is on reclaimed land with wooden piles. Amazing Cost for visitors $10 per adult. Photos are allowed.

Trinity Church is must-see for anyone visiting Boston, but especially for religious architecture enthusiasts. It is a stunning example of Romanesque architecture. There is a small fee to enter the church as a tourist, but just viewing the exterior will be enough for most. (I didn't actually enter the space) Take lots of beautiful photographs! It is located directly across from the public library ( another beauty), so you can see them during the same visit.

The church and parish house were designed by Henry Hobson Richardson and construction took place from 1872 to 1877, when the complex was consecrated. Situated on Copley Square in Back Bay, Trinity Church is the building that established Richardson's reputation. It is the birthplace and archetype of the Richardsonian Romanesque style, characterized by a clay roof, polychromy, rough stone, heavy arches, and a massive tower. This style was soon adopted for a number of public buildings across the United States. The stone used was Dedham Granite. And their famous stained glass windows by Edward Burne-Jones and William Morris's. You don't see this beautiful around much anymore! Did you know that the Interior scenes from The Boondock Saints were filmed within Trinity Church. And the church was featured in the 2015 video game "Fallout 4", how cool is that?

Mongo hungry now! Mongo walk to dinner. Mongo find pretty old church on way to dinner. Mongo stop and stare with other people. Mongo take picture of pretty old church. Mongo take tour next time. Mongo see more rain coming. And...Mongo hungry now!

Trinity Church is a beautiful church in Copley Square. I don't know much about architecture or art history, but if you are interested in those fields, apparently Trinity Church is a very architecturally significant building. From my noob perspective (i.e. no knowledge or background whatsoever), the inside is beautiful: high ceilings, a plethora of stained glass windows, and tall candles and flowers. An organist was playing softly during our visit. We did a self-guided tour and spent about 15 minutes admiring the inside of the church. Unfortunately, there is an admission fee (hence only 3 stars). For adults it is $7, for students $5, and children 16 and under are free with a paying adult.

Beautiful historic church and a nice visit for compare/contrast with the NYC Trinity Church. We paid the entrance fee - which goes toward its restoration (but unfortunately, not a deductible charitable contribution) -- and took the self-guided tour (guided tours are also available). Glorious stained glass windows and the tour brochure does a nice job identifying each one and explaining their respective significances. So peaceful and tranquil inside! A soothing way to decompress from all the hustle and bustle of the city.

For someone who is not religious, I spent a lot of time in churches in Boston. And even though many along the Freedom Trail were beautiful and the burial grounds rather fascinating, the one that cannot be missed is Trinity Church. Trinity Church is one of the most significant buildings in early U.S. architectural history and the first American style (Richardsonian Romanesque) to be imitated in Europe. Beautifully maintained and tranquil, it is a wonderful place to take a break and contemplate in the heart of Back Bay. I've visited many churches throughout the U.S. and abroad and this one really is something special. If you venture downstairs to the visitor center where you will purchase tickets for your self-guided or docent-led tour, you will be amazed at the modern renovation. I walked all through the building and was impressed that this is very much still an active Episcopal church and community center and it was bustling with activity.

This is such a beautiful church! I just so happened to be wandering through Copley Square, when I saw that the Trinity Church was having a communion service. They welcomed me in out of the snow, and had me sit down and listen in on the service. The interior of the church opens up into a giant place of worship- with huge murals, stained glass windows, amazing acoustics and a friendly group of parishioners. I really felt welcomed here. They were happy to have a weary traveler sit on on their service. I highly enjoyed the choir, which sang throughout the communion service as we went and got our bread and wine. The exterior of the church is alone worth checking out, with large scale religious statues that line Copley Square. The architecture here is really original, unlike most any other American church I've been to, with a more of a Romanesque look to it than most churches in the area.

I have to admit that this review is purely for the exterior of the building. I admired this beautiful church for three days during my last visit. The architecture reminded me of that found in cities like Budapest or Kraków in Eastern Europe. Had I not been on a tight budget I would have paid the $7 to visit this registered historic landmark and place of worship. I recommend pairing this with a visit to the Boston Public Library during your visit (they're located across from one another on the same plaza).

Located in the Copley Square, Trinity Church is simply a sight to behold as you are walking up and down the streets of Boston, this church is one of the few churches that is freestanding and you can see all 360 degree view of it by walking around it (without its sides being attached to another building). There are tours that you can pay to take to enter the church itself, but I feel the most beautiful part of it is the beautiful architecture that went into building it, as well as the small mini courtyard located in the back of the church. Since it is located in a central location near Georgetown, you'll actually walk by it so many times either from the front or the back that each time you glance at it, the sight of it is simply still impressive. By the end of your trip, you should be able to recognize it and locate where you are exactly from this main point. I happend to walk by it on my last day here and noticed that someone had strung colorful string pom-poms throughout one of the trees and it made the background of the Trinity Church come more alive with color and life. Simple sights like these can truly make people happy as I saw even one local postmaster (who probably has taken the same route many times over) walk past the tree, stop and smile at the sight, and then walked backwards to take a photo. I couldn't help but smile at the sight of this that even locals here are still enjoying this area no matter how many years they've lived here.

This is such a beautiful church, I wish it had been open when we were there. Unfortunately, it was undergoing major renovations; and, we missed the entry time by just a few minutes. There were crowds of people waiting to be picked up by the Trolley or tourbus; and, we were headed black to the hotel. It was very cold; and, I only got a couple of shots of the magnificent edifice; but, longed to go inside. Thanks to fellow Yelpers for all the photos on this site, so I could vicariously enjoy the art and architecture and stained glass inside.

Trinity Episcopal Church is one of the most beautiful churches we have ever been in. I have walked and toured it many times and have never tired of coming here. My favorite image, is of it reflecting off the glass from the nearby Pru. Very cool and spiritual! Trinity also has a long history of outreach to those living on the magins that is very impressive. The discussion of relevance often crops up in how a church is viewed. That isn't even a question here. Some big inner city churches "get it" and Trinity understands it's mission and that's why folks flock here. If you are considering a visit to Boston, or just walking the Freedom Trail, then Trinity is a must stop when you are in the Copley area. I would suggest combining your visit with lunch along Boylston Street, or shopping on Newbury. Ahh, Pizzeria Uno. Enjoy!

The church is beautiful don't get me wrong. I enjoyed going through and taking pictures. However the $7 admission is steep - for churches it's the most expensive in Boston that I experienced. Even the massive Christian Science Mother Church's guided tour is free. When you go in Trinity there is a person there asking why you are coming. If you say to look around he sends you to the basement to pay $7 and receive their self-proclaimed "award winning map." You then can go back upstairs and be let in the church. If you say you are coming to pray/reflect you can go in for free, but the person at the entrance warns you that you must sit on the right and cannot walk around! There was a man coming as I was leaving who first stated his intention was a tour, but upon hearing the cost suddenly felt led to pray; I paid - wouldn't want to lie right before entering a church. Their map was good at pointing out where things were and what the names of them are, but gave little background on them. I'd recommend not visiting this place other than to pray (or "pray") or maybe the guided tour would be of more value. An interesting system being run here. I'd rate this the lowest on my entire trip to Boston.

The stunning piece of architecture never fails To draw my attention every time I walk by it... And I live right across the street! Next time you're walking by this beautiful church, Take a minute to really look at it, admire it, And imagine this section of Boston without it. The deal: this is one of the most photographed historical buildings in the entire country... And we're lucky to have it in our neighborhood!

We were intro'd to the Trinity on the Duck Tour and when I saw it, I knew I HAD to go inside. The outside of the church is majestic and lovely. It is in the back bay area and is convenient to all of the shopping areas we frequented so it also serves as a great resting area on the benches outside of it. You can imagine my disappointment when I went inside, excited, and was told to go down to the bookstore to purchase a ticket to go inside of the church. Let me preface this with the fact that I'm no dummy. I have been to many cathedrals, basilicas, and churches, in the US and abroad and have NEVER bought a ticket to do inside of a church. I have been asked to make a donation but the Trinity had a donation area AND you have to buy a ticket. I was appalled and could not believe how this cheapened the whole experience. You have to have a ticket to go anywhere other than the foyer. So.... if you want to have a holy experience that is truly majestic, go to a local church service in another gorgeous church. The Trinity may be historic and large, gorgeous on the outside, but save your money for a donation for one of the other local churches who do not charge a fee to come inside.

Very beautiful church. The building itself is enough to inspire you, but if you go on a Friday around 4, i think.. you can get in on a concert for free as well (suggested donation 5.00) We heard an organist which was very ominous and haunting given the amazing architecture of the place. The area outside the church is lovely as well. Great place to sit and people watch or read.

The 19th-century exterior has warm brown and red granite and sandstone. It contrasts wonderfully with the icy glass Hancock Building. The Trinity's reflection in the Hancock could be the most awesome thing in Boston. The stained glasswork was worth the $5 entrance fee. The windows were mostly European, but there were also some John La Farge pieces. His rich color variations reminded me of Tiffany glass. The tour blurb explained that Tiffany later used La Farge's innovative opalescent glass and plating techniques. Unfortunately, La Farge's Resurrection was being restored when I stopped by last weekend, but the other La Farge pieces were still pretty great. Ranked 25th in AIA's Favorite Architecture survey http://favoritearchitecture.org/afa150.php

Growing up in Boston you take things for granted. This is one. This is such a beautiful historic church! The architecture is unlike most any other American church . It is the birthplace and archetype of the Richardsonian Romanesque style. It tends to be more progressive.

Beautiful. Audio toir $10 person. Worth it. Good to do after the library tour on cold day.

it's worth the 7 buck for the tour .. but I think there is something beyond wrong about charging people to enter a church ... it is magnificent .. super impressive but a fee for a church is totally wrong.

I'm reviewing Trinity Church as someone who just experienced it from the outside because AT and I arrived past the time for tours. And to be frank, I'm not sure I'd have jumped up and down to pay for it. Yikes. Cheapskate. Anyway, I am not an architecture or history fanatic, so don't ask me about this church's importance in either fields. But I know when I like to look at something and I felt that way when we walked past Trinity Church, on our way to the Boston Public Library. We continued on to the library, as planned, but when we were done and were walking back, we stopped and I took tons of photos. Maybe the next time we visit, now that we have our kid, we may very well pay some moolah to check out the church's interior. Having seen stunning cathedrals in France gratuitement, it will be hard to feel like the admission fee is "worth it." But hey, maintenance and care of historic buildings must cost a pretty penny, so there's that. I'm writing this so that I hopefully encounter my review again and can have this remind me of why I should pay admissions costs. [#Yelp365: 76/365]

If you are in the Back Bay area, you must visit the Trinity Church. It's a very old church with a lot of history and beauty. We stopped in and picked up a tour in progress. I would very much recommend the guided tour. Check their website at http://trinitychurchboston.org/ for tour times or call 617-536-0944 x206. Very much superior to any self-guided tour you would take. Very interesting. A taste of art history and architecture. Located right on Copley Square, and across the park from the subway station.

Stunning! Absolutely stunning! Trinity Church in Boston is magnificent. This historical landmark is rated among the Top 10 Buildings that represent American architecture particularly American Romanesque architecture. Boston has many churches that date back in the 18th-century, but it's the Trinity Church that I really wanted to see as I read so much about it on the internet. Tickets are $7, which gains you entrance inside the Trinity Church for a self-guided tour. It's worth it to see the all the glories of what placed this church on the international map. The exterior sort resembles the churches/cathedrals in Europe the with stone-stone crafted biblical figures perched on the facade. It kind of reminds me of the ones I saw at the Notre Dame in Paris, France, but not as gothic-looking. However, the interior of Trinity Church is what sets them apart of their European counterparts. High cathedral ceilings, artistic wood craftsmanship, biblical stained glass windows, grand-scale murals, art, and plenty of ornamental details on the walls, the ceiling, the floors, and the pews. The wood craftsmanship throughout the Trinity Church is impressive. The overall appeal is breathtaking. There is so much to take in. It's hard to believe this building is what started American Architecture. I was very lucky to arrive at exactly 9:00AM on a Friday morning. Doing so made me one of the first people to self-tour the premises before the tour groups arrived. I was also one of the lucky few to actually watch and listen to captivating music from the church organ. The sign outside said that a mini organ recital started later in the afternoon, but I presume the Organist was either practicing his piece or tuning the organ. Trinity Church is definitely a must-visit in Boston.

Check your religious skepticism at the door and enjoy this place as a unique architectural wonder. A little bit o' history: originally founded by an Episcopalian parish in 1733 people have been loving god here longer than we've been a country. The original structure burned down in the fire of 1872 that ravaged Boston, so they planned and they erected creating a new form of American architecture characterized by a clay roof, polychromy, rough stone, heavy arches, and a massive tower (thanks, Wikipedia). Now there are two photo opps which shouldn't be missed. First stand outside the church facing the Hancock. Look up. Magnificent isn't it? The next will cost you the $5 entry fee. Head down the nave to the right side while facing the chancel. There will be these stained glass windows just above eye level that pop out at you. Give these a gander and snap a photo. You'd have just seen the windows that inspired Tiffany's "signature" style. Then head up to the front and marvel at the rainbow of different marble each with their own bold base color and striations, just beautiful. Now in your moment of reverence, it's probably time to raise your eyes to the sky and admire the gilded paintings and ornate mouldings. If I got to stare at these splendors every week, I might believe in god too.

I'm SO not religious, if anything I'm against religion. But, I must admit that Trinity did crack my distrust of churches. Trinity and the Gay and Lesbian Fellowship hosted my favorite AIDS Ride, the Harbor to the Bay Ride, before dawn could even consider cracking (like 4AM!) They served us breakfast in their beautiful downstairs area, and the Fellowship were so incredibly kind and generous. The church is incredibly beautiful, from all angles inside and out. And, my straight girlfriend goes there to worship, and she's never found any other church in town that speaks to her needs like Trinity does. So, here was my "moment" at Trinity: It literally was 4:35AM in the morning, it was pouring rain, and the wind was howling. We were busy getting the AIDS Ride setup, and preparing to send hundreds of riders out into the nasty weather for a 125 mile bike ride.... Despite being outside in the conditions, the Trinity shielded us from the wind, softened the rain, fed us and made us feel welcomed, no matter our sexuality, or HIV status. I couldn't help but feel that the church was looking out for us, and said a prayer for our safety in the horrid weather. In all sincerity, I do believe this is a true house of God, and realized that so many other "churches" are not. OK - I'm gonna go back to being bitter and distrusting - it's much more reliable! ;)

This is my favorite piece of architecture in Boston. Bar none. The architecture is by H.H. Richardson, who is my favorite architect. Most of the stained glass windows were designed Edward Burne-Jones and executed by William Morris & Co. There's also some by John La Farge. There's sculpture by Augusts Saint-Gaudens. Frescos by William Morris. Walking through here, you get a mini who's who tour of the best period artists of its era. This is all tremendously cool, awe inspiring, and well worth the $5 to get in. There's several odd bits that most people don't know about the place. They just finished a huge project installing a heating system based on six geothermal wells. Yep! All right Downtown, in Boston. They excavated out about 20,000 sq feet in the basement to add room. Which, given where they are is amazing to me. How did they get the earth out of the place? The coolest thing I know about the place came from my Grandpa, years ago. When the John Hancock Tower was being built, the pylons that they were driving down to act as a base for the building were tilting the foundations to the church. Walls were cracking, and the windows were in danger of popping out. Yikes! A quick aside: I should tell you that ALL of the Backbay is built on fill. It used to be underwater during high tide on the Charles. Not only that, it was built on timbers, with water channeling underneath it. The John Hancock Project screwed that up by digging down 1/2 mile through the mud to hit bedrock. Okay, what to do? Well, this is the cool bit. My Grandpa Hall worked as a surveyor, and he was told to go in the basement. Turns out H.H. Richardson thought ahead, and figured that since the church was built on squishy ground, it might need some fixing at some future date. The whole building was designed and built to be self-levelling. True! At different points in the foundation, there's these giant wheels that you spin to lower, or raise the foundation. A couple of days spent in the basement, and the problem was fixed. I personally think that is amazing.

I'm a pretty average mainstream Episcopalian and I go to church about ten times a year or so for my own benefit. However, I absolutely hate this church. Yes, I said it: I hate Boston's famed Trinity Church. Maybe it's the gift shop that you have to enter through when you first arrive in the church that ticks me off. It could be the fact that you have to pay a five dollar fee to walk around a building that is supposed to be available for the helpless and poor. However, the real problem with this church is that it seems to suffer from an identity crisis - the people running this place seem to have forgotten that they run a house of worship and not a museum.

This place is gorgeous! It's not the first church ever built but it looks like it. It is beautifully built. A self tour is $7... Really?! Not even A guided tour? If it were a guided one, I'd pay to learn the history but nope... Nothing. Not even audio. I'm not cheap. I pay a lot for museums and sights/sounds but for a house of worship? I never expect to pay unless donated (during mass). I've been to every church in Boston to look at and they all have been free. Note: go across the street to the Protestant church, it's beautiful and free! Overall: it's beautiful but for $7, ehhh not unless I'm being told what's it about.

In the 17 years that I have lived in Boston, I have never set foot inside this church, and I can't believe it, since I walk by it on a daily basis. I have always loved the contrast of the Romanesque architecture of the Trinity, and the modern grandiosity of the Hancock behind it - especially the way the church reflects in the mirrored panels. The inside corresponds the outside in character and beauty. It carries a muted, guilded glory, hued by the sunlight coming shyly through the stunning stained glass windows. The murals are done by American artists, and the windows were commissioned from famous artists around the world. I was quite quite impressed that this jewel lives in the middle of Copley square. The $5 self guided tour is a little bare: they hand you a small pamphlet, and that's about it. But this church should be a required stop for all of your out of town visitors.

This is definitely a DO NOT MISS attraction if you are religious and/or obsessed with architecture/art, like I am;) This church is in the top ten buildings in the entire country rated by the Architectural Society. It has been in the top ten for years and I can see why! This Richardsonian masterpiece is breathtaking. Pay the few dollars and grab a map and see all of the beauty it has to offer! It was down pouring when we got here and it was a little difficult for us to find the entrance but it was 100% worth it. There was also a guy in the offices, I'm not sure of his name but he was very nice and helpful. It's located in Copley square which is another cool thing to see in Boston. The windows and the architecture are like nothing else I've ever seen. I've been to the Vatican and this was more beautiful. They have masses and tours. We just did a tour.

Trinity Church is one of the most spectacular churches in the world, and for those of you who keep talking about how you're not religious, but yet complain about paying to see such an architectural landmark are just missing the point. It takes a large sum of money to help keep Trinity Church the way it does today. It recently underwent a multi-million dollar restoration and if it wasn't for this NOMINAL fee, Trinity Church would not be open to the public. When money starts raining down from the sky, the church will be open for free, but for now, for $7.00 you get a bargain. Stop complaining and pay the fee. For those of you who say that you have been to many churches in the world and have never paid to go inside them, well you haven't really been to many churches then, because Trinity Church isn't the only church in the country that charges to go inside and look at its world famous stained glass windows and murals by John La Farge. Seriously, leave the complaining and attitude at home and do yourself a favor and pay to see this NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK!

I find the other reviews a bit strange. Some only checked out the exterior, and most talk about the admission fee. But that's never been a problem for me, since I'm visiting the church for what it was meant anyway. Sure, it might be architecturally stunning, but I think you're short-changing yourself if you're just looking at it and not experiencing a service. I've been to a few services here, and they have been quite lovely. The Easter vigil was moving and jubilant (even if a little bit over-stagey in a couple of ways). Compline is beautifully contemplative, with a choir chanting psalms and the sanctuary lit by candles. The evening Eucharist on Sundays is intimate; the congregation is invited around the altar for communion. It is followed by a simple supper ($5 suggested donation) at which you can actually get to talk to people. The people at Trinity I've met really are friendly. If anything, they err on the side of being *too* friendly! The first time I went, I was directed to sign up with my name and address, and a week later I received a large packet of information about the church. The second time I came, I was addressed as if I were a regularly attending member. In sum: it's a bit out of my way to make it a regular place for me to visit, and I'm not sure I would attend it as a regular church home, but I have really enjoyed services there and will probably be back sometime. And to the tourists: really, you can't complain. If you use the church as intended you are most welcome.

The Trinity Episcopal Church in Boston's Back Bay is indeed a beautiful building as many other yelpers have mentioned. I attended a service a couple of Sundays ago. It was the first Episcopalian service that I had ever attended. I was not surprised to have found many similarities to Roman Catholic mass. The service was very nicely done and I thought that the choir (along with a visiting choir) sung beautifully. Coming from a Catholic family, it was refreshing to find female members of the church staff preaching. Best of all, this church is a welcoming church and extends its open arms to all, unlike most Catholic churches.

I recently attended my first service at Trinity Church. Of course, the exterior and the interior architecture of the building is lovely, but the real wonder is what happens inside. I was truly overcome with happiness from the warm and welcome atmosphere. The Sermon, delivered by Rev. Ann W. Stevenson (sadly her last there), was very thoughtful and heartfelt on the themes of redemption and healing. Additionally, the choir was one of the finest I've heard outside of special holiday services. I was baptized and confirmed in an Episcopal Church, but have not attended a church service with the exception of weddings and funerals in some time. This service was perhaps just the inspiration I needed to regularly attend church again.

Came here for a friend of a friend's wedding. Huge place. Nice art and architecture. I haven't been to church in a long time and this one took the cake for me.

Trinity church is an amazing piece of history that ushered in a new style of architecture and put Boston on the international map. As a must-see for any local resident or tourist, the church does charge an admission price of $7. I would highly recommend the guided tour (about 45 minutes) to learn about the building's general history, architects, and important art elements (awe-inspiring stained glass windows, majestic paintings, hand-carved pews). The interior of the church is breathtaking and although some complain about the steep admission fee, I feel it is well worth it to witness the glory of this Boston icon. After the tour, make sure to stop outside again to take in the full view of the facade and appreciate the Richardson Romanesque features that make Trinity Church one of a kind.

Okay you are in Copley Square, what is there to do? You can check out Hancock Tower and/or the neo-classical Boston Public Library http://www.yelp.com/biz/boston-public-library-boston?hrid=13pi7VdF6R9VQL7Cbu4DBw This church charges you $ 7 for either the guided or a self-guided tour. Hmmm if I have to pay, I would get the guided tour then. Pro -tip A free tour is offered every Sunday directly following the 10:00 am summer worship service, and meets in front of the Eagle Lectern immediately after the service has concluded Why would you pay? I guess you can check out the La Farge murals and stained glass. I sneaked into the hallway to take a peak at some of the stained glass and left with $7 bucks in my pocket. Maybe next time, I might pay if someone in my group was really interested in checking it out and we missed the free tour. Otherwise, I will pass and spend more time in the library or walk along the Charles (all free activities).

This may be the most beautiful place in Boston to have your spiritual side enhanced, inflamed, or simply acknowledged. Re-constructed in the 1870s after fire destroyed the original structure, the Romanesque architecture is marvelous. Inside, you'll find lovely stained-glass windows. If you have not ventured inside, it's well worth the look.

Gorgeous. I had a few moments on my way out of the hotel before I needed to be on my way. Free entrance for prayer with donations accepted. To sit in the sanctuary for a few moments was calming. Romanesque architecture was stunning. Self guided tours for adults for 7$. If I had more time, i'd partake in that.

The charge to get into the actual church is worth it (you can buy your tickets downstairs to the left). It's fantastic and fills you with awe (whether you're religious or not). The meticulous detail is breathtaking! If you're in the area, you might as well take advantage of some of our country's history.

I was in MA on business and managed to get away and spend a short amount of time in Boston before my flight home. My only objective was the Boston Public Library, but this church caught my eye. Post-visit, I've since learned that it's quite famous. Being Agnostic I am not a churchgoer, but do appreciate the beauty, architecture and history. I was super bummed to miss a musical program occurring right when we had to head to the airport for our flights. We did manage to go down to the bookstore to see some of the stained glass (and photograph, bummed I couldn't photograph the main chapel, but totally understood) as well as see some of the fantastic masonry. Tried to support the church via the gift shop, but had to leave when we realized their computers were down and the purchases had to be hand-written/run. Since there were a few people ahead of us, we returned our items to their spots and reluctantly dashed away to the airport. Next time I'm in Boston for work again I plan to visit again and hopefully take the self-guided tour.