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Located inside the Mary Baker Eddy Library on the Christian Science Plaza in Boston’s Back Bay, the Mapparium is a three-story stained-glass globe that lets you stand inside a map of the world as it looked in the mid-1930s. This striking historic landmark is popular with tourists, school groups, and architecture lovers, and its central location between major attractions means the surrounding streets can be busy with both local traffic and visitors at many times of day.
Because the Mapparium sits within a larger complex rather than directly on a main street, on-site access is primarily on foot once you’ve parked, and nearby street parking is limited, metered, and often subject to time restrictions that can cut a visit short. Planning your trip and arranging parking near Mapparium in advance helps you avoid circling crowded Back Bay blocks, reduces the stress of watching the clock on a meter, and gives you more time to enjoy the plaza, reflecting pool, and exhibits. Always review current city parking rules, meter regulations, and official visitor information before you drive in, as policies and availability can change.
Parking near Mapparium
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How to park near Mapparium
Typical visit duration at Mapparium 1-2 hours
Limited metered street parking is available on nearby avenues, but many blocks are resident-permit-only and meters typically run Monday through Saturday during the day, so visitors should read signs carefully and expect spaces to fill quickly.
Overnight parking Available at Christian Science Plaza Garage (marked with 24/7 hours).
Onsite parking The Mapparium is located at the Mary Baker Eddy Library on the Christian Science Plaza, which is served by the on-site Christian Science Plaza parking garage with paid visitor parking.
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