Located on the opposite side of Copley Square is Trinity Church, opened in 1877 and built for the Episcopal Diocese of Massachusetts congregation, which started in 1733. After a fire at their previous Summer Street location, the renowned Rector Phillips Brooks issued the construction of Trinity Church. Designed by Henry Hobson Richardson, Trinity Church is the birthplace of his Richardsonian Romanesque style, characterized by a clay roof, rough stone, and arches. Listed as one of the “Ten Most Significant Buildings in the United States” by the American Institute of Architects, the building is in the shape of a modified Greek cross with a central tower. Walk inside and see the many brightly colored murals that cover over 20,000 square feet (1,858 square meters) of space. The interior also features beautiful stained glass.
Hungry? Take a pit stop for a bite to eat before finishing the tour. There are plenty of eateries on Boylston Street. Try out the fast and healthy Sweetgreen or Dig Inn for salads and grain bowls, or sit down at MET Back Bay or Parish Cafe for a delicious meal.

A Walking Tour of Boston's Architectural Landmarks

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