Museum of Fine Arts Reviews

I visited the Museum of Fine Arts for a day. For starters, one day is not near enough to see everything this incredible museum has to offer! The Egyptian collection is one of the best in the world since the museum was one of the primary sponsors of the expeditions to Egypt in the early 20th Century. The early American art collection included original works by Gilbert Stuart and Paul Revere. This section alone would have been worth the visit. There are areas with Asian, Roman, Greek, African, and far more. This is truly one of the world’s premiere museums and I look forward to returning in the future.

Easy ticketing, very helpful staff, and excellent lunch choices. We would recommend getting there at opening hour to be able to enjoy everything this museum has to offer.

Had an opportunity to visit in the afternoon and wish we had more time to experience everything. Monet exhibit was excellent!

The Boston Museum of Fine Arts seems rather embarrassed by its many classic paintings of deceased pale people. It tries to put them in context, sometimes successfully - explaining how the mahogany tables in many early American portraits came from wood cut down by exploited workers - and sometimes very badly. The lovely John Singer Sargent collection is ruined by an ugly plaque near the end (next to a very good portrait by Kehinde Wiley) suggesting without annotation that Sargent and all his friends were racists. What? Why? Really uncalled for. The Wiley on its own would have been a great comment on the evolution of American portraiture.

Some good individual pieces in this museum, but I didn't come away with a good overall impression. Also would have liked to see more of their supposedly extensive photography collection.

I usually love all things MFA, but they really laid an egg with the latest John Singer Sargent special exhibition: Fashioned by Sargent. The hugely popular attraction made for uncomfortably large crowds (think Super Spreader event) and it seems the assigned ticket times were ignored by patrons who arrived late but where allowed to jump the queue. If you’re from the area, you know the parking situation, so leave earlier! I wanted to linger and actually view all aspects of the exhibit, but it was rushed and more like mosh pit surfing than a day at the museum.

MFA needed to have created a larger exhibition space—c’mon! It’s John Singer Sargent! The rest of the museum was not as crowded, so the draw was obvious. Sargent leaves January 15th, and going on a weekday after a Nor’Easter offered no advantage!

The MFA is a must for any cultured person visiting Boston. I live in NY now and a regular at the Met. The MFA is not as gargantuan but every bit as grand and significant. Don't visit Boston without going to the MFA

I used to be a student in the area and went about once a week. Their permanent collection is very impressive and they have the coolest temporary exhibits. 100% recommend finding their monet's and their buddhist statue room.

We could not believe the variety of famous paintings here. From Monet to Renoir we were overwhelmed. You don’t expect so many in a city like Boston.

Wonderful collection! Really enjoyed our visit. I understand the need to raise funds but really, keeping people from Obama portraits seems tacky.

This was my 2nd time visiting so I knew my way around a little. Maps are crucial since it is a maze. Great selection of art including statues, furniture and Greek and Egyptian artifacts. Parking can be tricky. Lot was full 1 hour after opening and there was a wait to enter parking garage. Main cafe closed at 2 due to special event so ask upon entry which places will be open during your visit.

The highlight of my day was returning to our spectacular Museum of Fine Arts. I renewed my membership today for $90 (the membership prices have gone up this year, rightfully so) and was pleasantly surprised to see the Museum parking lot full. It was not a problem at all for me because I always park in the garage anyways. The garage parking for members is $15, which is a steal for the center of Boston.

How nice was to return to my beloved museum after almost 18 months! Every single staff member was so friendly and helpful - I could feel how happy they are to have visitors back.

Another pleasant surprise was the number of young people in the museum. I was very inspired to see their interest in art and it seems to me that they did not come just to see the Basquiat exhibit (I skipped it even though it was free for me as a member). There were very many students admiring the Monet exhibit and the Museum permanent collections. In contrast, in the Philadelphia Art Museum the older crowd visibly dominated the scene.

I loved the Monet exhibit, though it was not something new for me as I am more than familiar with his paintings at the MFA. The exhibit theme is quite interesting: who had influenced his art. Monet’s paintings are placed side by side to the paintings of his predecessors, Corot, Millet, Courbet, and great masters of Japanese art, Hokusai and Hiroshige. As always, I admired Monet’s landscapes: sunlight effects in his three paintings of the two rivers, the Petite Creuse and the Grande Creuse, are especially striking as well as his three marvels, “Morning on the Seine near Giverny”... not to forget about his two “Rouen Cathedral” paintings, my favorites.

After the Monet’s exhibit, I went to see a special exhibit, “Paul Cézanne: Influence”. It mostly included the MFA paintings but there were some works from the private collections as well.

After the special exhibits, I revisited the permanent collection and said hello to my favorites: four spectacular paintings by Velasquez, magnificent portraits by Rembrandt, “Portrait of Fray Hortensio Félix Paravicino” by El Greco (the latter is my all time favorite), Tintoretto, Titian, etc, etc.

And of course I went see Van Gogh, Degas and Renoir for the umpteenth time... I never get tired of them.

Many galleries are closed for renovations but are reopening soon.

Masks are not enforced but recommended (I was not wearing a mask). The crowds are being controlled by timed tickets but social distancing is not really enforced, which didn’t bother me too much. The restaurant and the museum shop are still closed, but the cafe is opened.

It was such a wonderful day... Boston MFA is my old and loyal friend, so coming back after such a long time meant a lot to me.

This is a very large and interesting museum. Lots of fascinating things to look at. We spent two afternoons at the museum and still didn't see everything,

There are other collections here, including an interesting section on American art, but this museum is outstanding for French impressionists, especially Monet.

Allow plenty of time, we were there for five hours, and did not see everything.

It's a must do in Boston, but I preferred the museum of natural history (I realize this comparison is a bit apples vs. oranges). It's got some great exhibits but others are questionable (as in, I would think this "art" belongs in a movie making fun of high art). FYSA, the fashion exhibit is extra money.

This museum has many wonderful pieces of art by multiple artists around the world. I particularly enjoyed the Egyptian art display as well as paintings by famous European artists. The building itself is interesting too; the juxtaposition of the older building and the more modern side, make for interesting architecture and very appealing altogether. I also enjoyed the large sculptures located outside the museum. The exhibits are well organized and neatly labeled.
I was a bit annoyed by the "self-perceiving" bathroom signs, I didn't find that necessary. It's not necessary to bring a political agenda into a museum, considering they are visited by people of all walks of life.

Stunning. A MUST DO in Boston. Can spend a whole day there and still not get enough.. Or surely can even do a brief walkthrough and just enjoy the atmosphere. Either way-- worth every moment. You'll be glad you did it.

Not so fancy collection as the museum in Chicago, Philly or NYC but the best in Bosoton and Mass., I think, worth spending 2-3 hours

The restaurant at the museum is stupendous. You can just have lunch there with excellent service and a lovely healthy menu. You do not need to go to an exhibition.

This Museum is huge. Take the whole day for this and take the head phones too. The full ticket is less than 10€ and the head phones are 3€. You can see all sorts of collections, from Acient Egipt to renesaince art. I am a fan of modern art but a fun experience and the interactive installations add to the full experience. 🙂

We had free time so we decided to visit museum. They had exhibit of Monet so it was very good. They had good selection of paintings but it is not like New York's places. It was nice place to visit.

Remarkable Museum for the quality and breadth of the art works on display.
The galleries are spacious and the collections from Asian art to Antiquities and European art are first class and well displayed and labeled.
Thankfully this outstanding museum is not crowded, the restaurant offers good food.

I'm from New York so growing up with the Metropolitan Museum of Art gave me high standards for a museum. However, the MFA was really impressive. We went on a Friday night and were pleasantly surprised with the many exhibits. It was a little confusing to navigate and a lot of the exhibits were closed, but we still had a good time. The outside is gorgeous and great for pictures too! I'm not sure if we'll be back (it's not the Met) but it was a pleasant surprise.

The current retrospective on JMV Turner is eye-opening. I didn't realize he had such a range of paintings over his long life. I liked his almost abstract treatments of light and water best.

On a sadder note, the MFA's best Renoir (of the dancing couple) is still out on loan (in Texas) and won't be back until July or so.

Just an amazing collection! A lot of Dutch art. World class collection. A must when you are an art lover and in Boston and Dutch 😉

You won't see a better collection north of New York City. Every important period is represented, and some unique New England items (like Paul Revere silver). The museum often has interesting temporary shows (like the Nubia exhibit just closing). Nice cafeteria for lunch or snack. Our only negative comment is that the connectors between sections are difficult to navigate.

I took my Mom to the Sargeant's Exhibit for her birthday and we were really looking forward to it. But it was so crowded inside the exhibit you couldn't get to see each painting. It was wall to wall people- worse than Disney. Ridiculous. We spent $68 for 2 people to go to this exhibit and then $32 for parking (which was completely full and took 30 minutes to just get into the parking garage after we told the attendant we had tickets already. We had timed tickets- what is the point of timed tickets if you are in that kind of crowd? The museum was greedy. The exhibit should have been planned to stay at the museum longer so you don't have to let so many people in at the same time. The Bloomberg app they direct you towards for 10 of the paintings & outfits was nice but didn't actually work inside the exhibit as planned because no one had cell service down there. And the free wifi was overloaded by too many people so it didn't work. And the lighting was terrible- tons of spotty light & shadows, it was extremely "glarry" when aimed at the paintings and reflected off the glass that many of them were in- so you couldn't actually see the whole painting and you couldn't move to get a different angle. This is not the way to light paintings- hire a different lighting designer. Security also took our personal hand sanitizer at the door- why during a pandemic do I need to give you my hand sanitizer?? Basically this was not worth the money. This is so expensive it also doesn't make it accessible for people in lower incomes either. Between the parking and the tickets. Good job to Mayor Wu for making it free for boston public school kids on 2 sundays a month. But if this is the direction museums are going in- they will only be accessible to the rich.

MFA Boston feels like home to me. I am a self-described art junky and this is a place that doesn't disappoint. I only lived in Boston area for a few months, years ago. Still this is home to a wonderful celebration of timeless art. I found myself pondering an amazing series of Monet paintings and the iconic Degas dancer of 14. I lucked out in February weather-wise too as the sun was out and shining on that awesome Indian on a horse at the entrance to the museum.

I encountered a group of students sketching Greek sculptures, recalling my own experiences in Cleveland growing up and in college.

We had tons of fun exploring this museum and its maze of exhibits and rooms. It got pretty overwhelming near the end of our visit, but only because we didn't have enough time to see everything. Plan on spending a few hours here, the art will thank you.

So much to see, we didn’t get through it all. The Egyptian section was our favorite. Will go back. Easy to get to by public transportation.

Always interesting exhibits, fun thing for the kids, fun fun fun at every event, curiosity, and delight

Advance purchase of tickets required so we signed up for first openings at 10:00 am...brilliant as we were able to stroll unimpeded through the exhibit. Monet painting, Rodin sculptures were amazing. Easily worth the price of admission. Go!!!

My husband and I spent a full day and then another afternoon here and still did not get all the way through it. The Egyptian collection is noteworthy.

It is one of the world's leading museums in the United States.
In addition to works by American artists, the museum houses and exhibits works from various periods around the world, from ancient Greece to the Renaissance, modern European art, ancient Egypt, and Asian art from Micronesia and China.
There are also many works by artists known to everyone, such as Monet, Van Gogh and Millet, that are worth seeing.
And most of all, Japanese art is fulfilling. Also on display are a number of Buddha statues, folding screens, and ukiyo-e by Hiroshige, whose hanging scroll makes him think of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston.

I thought I could look around in about two hours, but it took about three hours just to take a quick look around.

I think it's a good idea to buy advance tickets ($27) from the official website in advance with a designated date of entry.
When I visited the museum before opening time on a Saturday in late August, there were still few visitors and about 10 groups of people buying tickets on the day, so there was no crowd, but there was a queue for tickets in the early afternoon when I left.

After you enter the museum, the route starts from the left hand side after you receive your ticket confirmation from the staff, but you can obtain a Map in Japanese and other languages at the "Sharf Visitor Center" (a room marked in red on the English-language Map given to you by the staff at the entrance), which is located straight ahead by the main grand staircase, so you can get it and visit it efficiently.

If you visit Boston, don't miss it.

The MFA is simply one of the most beautiful museum I've ever visited. In a marvellous building it hosts precious masterpieces from aegyptian age to modern times. A real wonder to discover with calm. I spent there 3 hours but I really didn't realise it. You cannot miss it if in Boston.

Wide range of art pieces from around the world, from African, Asian and European artists. Very easy to get around. Lighting is not very good for viewing the European artists.

This is truly one of the finest art museums in the world. The collection is large and varied, and shows tend to be very well curated and interesting. I suggest avoiding the 10:00 am opening, as there can be long lines extending outdoors on weekends or during school vacation weeks.

I came up from NYC to see the Sargent exhibit which had been covered by PBS NewsHour. It was worth the trip! I spent two hours at the exhibit. The wall text was informative and at times funny. I also attended a 45-minute talk in the conservation lab which was led by an enthusiastic Sargent fan. I ended my wonderful day with a delicious late lunch at the Museum restaurant. My server, Leandro, was great as was my salmon dish.

The MFA does everything well. It is a comprehensive collection, but focuses on some of its strengths, like its Egyptian and classical collection, Renaissance, Dutch and American collections, with a few high quality pieces in the areas of lesser focus. There is not a lot of modern or contemporary art. The layout of the Museum is very good and easy to follow without a lot of backtracking, which is important for a huge museum like this one. It also did not feel overwhelming even though it is very big and very crowded. There weren’t crowds in front of the many famous pieces. It takes hours just to walk through this museum, so I definitely didn’t have time to look at everything, but it’s a world-class art museum.

The photos of Life magazine were once the bedrock of white, middle class American society. But how were they developed and curated? How did all those iconic pictures come about? This exhibit explains it all and is certainly worth seeing. Timed tickets but free.

This is a pretty large museum, with a nice collection of Impressionist art. There is also a nice collection of Greek and Roman coins and antique musical instruments. Nice gift shops! It is located near a "T" stop so it's very convenient. Great place to visit for the day!

One would expect a world-class city to have a world-class cultural arts scene and the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) does not disappoint.  It is also easily reached via the T's Green Line.

One of the greatest museums in the world, the MFA underwent a massive if not transformative renovation in the aughts. A new wing dedicated to arts from the Americas; expanded gallery spaces; an enclosed courtyard featuring a soaring glass creation from artist Dale Chihuly; and Japanese garden are just some of the additions.

Like other museums of similar scale and size, the Museum of Fine Arts' extensive collections make a trip there in a single day exhausting. We recommend visiting over a couple―or even a few―days, selecting a manageable number of exhibitions and galleries to see :

― Art of Africa and Oceania
― Art of the Americas
― Art of Ancient Egypt
― Art of Ancient Greece and Rome
― Art of Asia
― Art of Europe
― Arts of Islamic Cultures
― Benin Kingdom Gallery
― Chinese Song Dynasty
― Contemporary Art
― Hamilton Palace Dining Room
― Jewelry
― Masterpieces of Egyptian Sculpture from the Pyramid Age
― Mummies
― Musical Instruments
― New Galleries of Dutch and Flemish Art
― Photography
― Prints and Drawings
― Textile and Fashion

This museum always changes its exhibits and offers holidays events. Like the Chinese New Year, or the Virtual Van Gough.

Turner’s Modern World is a wonderful exhibit with predominantly Tate Britain’s collection of the painter’s bequest on display. You can see different aspects of Turner’s paintings, such as his dramatic seascapes, serene views of Venice, powerful and passionate scenes of the Battle of Waterloo, and his watercolors. The exhibit is very comprehensive and a great treat for those who miss Tate Britain in London.

I spent more than an hour enjoying the exhibition and then moved on to the American Wing and some of the Western European galleries. I enjoyed revisiting my personal favorites: Max Beckmann’s portraits, Sandro Botticelli’s “Virgin and Child with Saint John the Baptist”, beautiful “ Kunstkammer”, and many others.

We are so fortunate to have such a treasure in our city…. MFA never disappoints and I am very proud to be a member.

We loved our visit and wish we’d been able to stay much longer. The collection is extensive and the architecture of the building is stunning. Highly recommend. Easy to reach by tram.

There is a shocking amount of colonial American art that was not at all to my interest - but they had some very tongue in cheek signs describing some of it. My favorite exhibits were their indigenous art, but I had to search for them (located in the basement and the top floor). Loved that you were encouraged to sit on *certain* pieces of art, appreciated the emphasis they tried to place on women artists - though all art museums still have a long way to go in that department. Spent a few hours there and enjoyed our time. Loved the Norval Morrisseau.

A large museum with quite a collection, but I was most enthralled with the 17 Monets they have! We went during the Monet exhibition, so there were even more to see on loan. Sure there's the Water Lily and a Grainstack - but also a wide variety of other works by Monet, including several that are not his standard impressionist style. We also went in for some Gainsborough, Sargent, van Gogh and many other recognized artists. We spent a few hours there. It was very busy for a pandemic, but it was also a rainy Sunday.

I had a fantastic time! The collection is really impressive, with everything from ancient Egyptian artifacts to stunning Impressionist paintings. I spent a good chunk of time in the Monet exhibit, which was beautifully curated and made me appreciate his work even more. The museum itself has a great layout, so it was easy to wander around and find my way. I also loved the outdoor garden area—it’s a nice spot to take a break and soak it all in. The staff was friendly and knowledgeable, which made my visit even better.

We visited the museum of fine arts when we recently visited Boston in September. The museum has a fantastic collection of impressionist paintings and i highly recommend paying a visit.

Fantastic exhibits: Japan, Greece and Rome, Egypt, Americas.

Just remove the postmodernist commentary and leave history to history.

What a fantastic museum. Especially the wing that deals with ancient Egypt is brilliant. Seen a lot of beautiful things. Coffee corner and cafeteria are also fine.

This is a great museum for a meander, but a challenge if you have specific pieces you would like to see. The guards in the rooms are kind, but do not know where items are. (In their defense, we wanted to see very specific things, like the Dutch doll house and some other things that aren’t super well known. This was a combination of the layout of the museum and the website being TERRIBLE about if something was on display and in what gallery and floor.

I don't quite understand all of the good reviews. I was there with my 13 and 15 year olds. They don't usually love museums - but all 3 of us agreed that we paid way too much money to have so little to enjoy. They have a lot of historical artifacts and dark paintings - we like the impressionist style that is more bright and fun. This place was a downer. And it's expensive.

Easily accessed by MTA's Green Line trams, the MFA has permanent collections of art from many parts of the world and special exhibitions that are always worth a visit.

Beautiful museum both for the quality of the exhibitions and the beauty of the buildings housing them.
Great diversity of works exhibited and pedagogy of explanations characterizes it.
Allow 2 to 3 hours for the tour of the whole.
A great asset: it is free. So you only take the risk of a very good surprise.....

I was back at the museum, which is a world class museum and a MUST visit when in Boston! Amazing collections + an interesting temporary exhibition “Fashioned by Sargent”, which I highly recommend.

I was surprised, an immense amount of important works, paintings by renowned artists, beautiful sculptures! I recommend!

So, I finally checked out this Museum, and let me tell you, it's like an art lover's paradise. First off, the place is massive - you might need a map. The variety of art is mind-blowing. The museum vibes are pretty chill too. I saw people of all ages, from families with kids to hipster art enthusiasts. There's something for everyone. Oh, and they've got this cute café where you can grab a coffee and contemplate the meaning of life after staring at a Picasso for too long.

Excellent Museum! Such a huge selection of art! My daughter and I really enjoyed and made better with the fact that we got free tickets since we both had a Bank of America CC!! Be sure to give yourself enough time. There's a lot to see and don't forget to check out the Jewelry Exhibit, which is just near the coat room. We almost missed it!

Came for the Sargent exhibit while visiting family in Boston but loved the whole museum. Lovely building, nicely curated collection of European & American art as well as a classical and Egyptian section. The Sargent exhibit was beautiful. A superior city museum.

We spent about 3 hours and probably only covered a quarter of the exhibits. Plus the Ancient Art wing is under renovation. What we did get to see was a nice display of European and American Art.

Possibly the best art museum I have ever visited. Wonderful building. The paintings are magnificently curated and so many amazing artists to view. Well worth the trip and easy to get to on the Heath street green line

I went to Boston simply to see a baseball game at Fenway and was looking for other things to do while in Boston. MFA was a great choice for he first morning I was in Boston. Beautiful and interesting exhibits. A LOT to see and spread out over a fairly large area, so all of the visitors were not stacked on top of each other. I would definitely go again next time I'm in Boston!

Pleasantly surprised by the variety of art displayed here. A number of paintings by Gauguin, Degas, Van Gogh, Monet, even a few Picasso pieces. I never heard of Jean Francois Millet before but I had seen one of his painting many years ago which I admired but did not know it was him. His pieces were the highlight of my visit and enough reason for you to visit as well. Also the space where they serve food in the middle of the building is well appointed and very attractive. Well, maybe next time as it was very busy this time around.

This is a remarkable museum--not to be missed. We were in the city for only one day and chose to spend it here. It was a good decision. There is so much we were unable to see due to limited time. We concentrated on American artists--a remarkable collection.

We want to join the thousands of reviewers who have given 5 stars to Boston's amazing MFA. We have visited many times and it continues to be a must-see stop when we spend a weekend in town,

Since we are lovers of the classical world, we want to make special mention of the Egyptian and ancient Greek and Roman galleries. These are spectacular collections, among the best in the US and in the world. The museum has recently opened new galleries for Ancient Greece, Rome and the Byzantine Empire.

We always like to include lunch or dinner at the museum as part of our trips,

A first-class experience all the way.

Bummed that Greece wasn’t open, but there’s still so much beauty to see. The cafe is excellent, as well, and everything is super clean.

We're not really art people but we were pleasantly surprised with this museum. We loved all of the exhibits, but especially the jewellery, Egyptian and Monet exhibits.

We were there for nearly 3 hours and I don't think we covered everything so make sure you plan enough time. Bit of a lengthy attraction but worth it!

Wonderful depth and breath of art. Could easily spend two days to see it all. It's a must see for anyone interested in art or history.

The MFA is very large. We were there for 3 hours and didn't finish the second floor. We didn't even get to the first floor!

The second floor had the American and European impressionists (our favorites) - a wonderful and well curated collection.

I highly recommend this museum for art lovers..we will be back to finish the second floor and see the first floor!

The quilt exhibition is a must see for anyone who enjoys history, quilt making, and the visual arts. The exhibit is fantastic, not just the quilts but the historical perspective that is written up on each quilt.
Be sure to buy tickets and wear a mask. It does get a bit crowded in the exhibit area.

Not really a "museum person" but this was magnificent. It has art for every age, taste, and mind. I was amazed at the variety and found even details of art everywhere in the museum. Well kept, clean, and really no blemishes. I went by myself but recommend bringing at least one friend as it is pretty affordable

The normal price to visit this world class museum is far too high for many ordinary folks. I understand the need for a high price because it's a huge place that requires lots of upkeep and lots of employees to keep it as wonderful as it is. However, I'd like to recommend that you take advantage of "free" times, most holidays being among them (or Wednesday afternoons). If you go on a holiday as I recently did, it's important to know that lots of people will be there, and it gets very crowded mid-day. Arrive as early as you can and stay as long as you can before it gets so crowded, it's uncomfortable.

You can take the funky green line MBTA, known as the E-green line, practically right to the front door. There's everything you could want in this beautiful building--spaces that feel ancient and elegantly classical as well as nouveau, contemporary spaces. What brought the most joy to me was seeing all ages represented and many diverse skin colors and languages being spoken, telling me that art is for everyone!

True gemstone of Boston.
I have visited this place many times and it eas always an incredible experience

I dedicated several hours for a trip to the museum and enjoyed it immensely! The exhibits were well put together and wonderful. The special exhibit at the time was a Monet exhibit that I thought was phenomenal. My only complaints were it was extremely easy to get turned around in without much helpful signage to help you get un-lost or find what you were looking for.

I am writing to express my public health concern and overall dissatisfaction with my visit today.

I appreciate the health check and timed entry but once inside the exhibit nearly no one was social distancing. Your safety personal were paying no attention at all to crowd control or one way movement through the exhibit.

As a matter of fact, the exhibit was the only place in the Museum without arrows and prompts for where to stand and how to travel in one direction.

People bunched up, stood too close, walked in circles, and were simply not following protocol.

If people are expected to move through a supermarket in one way aisles, socially distanced, they certainly can in a museum!

You absolutely sold an excessive number of tickets per one hour time block.

My daughter is so distressed by the experience that she has scheduled a COVID test before she feels safe about seeing her boyfriend.

We should have left, but we were inside before we realized how difficult and unsafe and anxiety provoking the experience would be. (Outside visitors were also having trouble following directions also, but we thought they were perhaps just excited.)

I am 66 years old. I can only pray that what was supposed to be a lovely afternoon with my daughter was not a mistake.

I recently renewed my membership because I trusted that the MFA had the best interest of its patrons foremost.

Rich collection. Unaffordable for people with limited income ( ticket $ 27) . Not easy to navigate the collection ( illogical at times). Helpful stuff.

The MFA is an experience that opens your mind and your eyes to so many experiences. The works of famous artists, the mummies on display the artifacts from Egypt and sculptures.
The experience floods you with the visual to contemplate, enjoy and discuss with friend's and family or by yourself as you like.
There is a wonderful gift shop to brouse and purchase, and a wonderful restaurant to enjoy many delights and have a tea or beverage to recharge and continue on with your experience.
Many visits will ensue after your first visit as there are so many exhibits to see and experience.
The building is just beautiful and encapsulates you into an artful realm of amazement as to what you can find and visually enjoy.
This fine Museum will become a friendly experience to enjoy over and over again.

I was sceptical about visiting the museum because I am not very knowledgeable about art history but I loved this museum. Spent about 4 hours there and still did not see the whole thing. Everything from Monet, Degas, Rembrandt... Roman and Greek statuary, Early American furnishings and art... and mummies! Something for everyone!!

I'm never disappointed when I visit the museum. Layout of the rooms is well done and you can enjoy viewing an exhibit while others walk by.

Went to specifically see the "Strong Women in Renaissance Italy" exhibit where there were over 100 works from the 14-17th century. Learned how they overcame setbacks while making a difference in their society.

My boyfriend and I went here on a date that easily could have lasted all day. You definitely need at least multiple hours to view everything, possibly even multiple days. I love the Boston exhibit they have, really connects the museum to the city. Also love their acknowledgements of intersectional issues, as it’s not something I see many art museums doing currently. I definitely want to go back the next time I’m in Boston to catch everything I missed!

Great afternoon spent here when it was lashing down with rain outside all day. Plenty of room to view the art and the display pieces. Particularly liked the music instrument display. Disappointed that we were too early for the Japanese exhibition including Hokusai. We ate in the restaurant which was busy - the food was fine, felt a bit like a cafe though. We were happy to pay the $27 each entry price, however, this may prove too expensive for some folks on a lower budget.

I have been many times and it's always a 10/10 experience. Really a world-class museum. A must see for lovers of fine art or history when visiting Boston.

We've visited many, many art/antiquities museums across the US (and outside the US) and we'd place the Museum of Fine Arts in the bottom half of the museums we've visited. Still, the museum was very good and certainly worth touring. It does certainly have some very interesting art and antiquities, and we especially enjoyed the Egyptian antiquities area.

The museum itself is a little un-intuitive with how it's laid out, which makes it a little bit difficult to see everything without losing track of where you have and haven't been. Still, we enjoyed our time here and would recommend giving it a visit.

-The Power Trippers

Wonderful museum where some nice Monet, Pissarro and Delacroix can be seen and the exceptional Petite Danseuse from Degas. We also had a bite at the restaurant. Good food. I recommend it. Reasonable rates.

Worth going! Great collection! There are renovations going on so be on the alert for that! Wonderful shop!

We had a good visit. We saw many galleries,
Tried the cafe, glanced at the gift shop, and took the docent tour.

It is less overwhelming and less crowded than the Met in NY.

The shop has some bargains, relative to other museum shops.

The docent tour was delightful.

For a European a museum like the MFA in Boston is not something unique as for an American; it is in any case a recommended stop to see some masterpieces live and enjoy the well-organized spaces.

Everything from the exhibits to the gift shop is top notch! Always enjoy coming here! Well worth the time.

Spend the day, have lunch and dont miss the Sargeant exhibit. Confusing interior map and layout, but otherwise excellent.

The museum is rather large with a large variety of exhibits – paintings, sculptures, jewelry, artifacts, etc. There are a number of large halls with a lot to see. My feedback is the same as with a lot of museums that I visit – it would be useful to have some dots (suggested flow) on the floor to follow to ensure you visit each room, as there are quite a few turn offs and, in the end, I feel I likely missed some rooms. There are several restrooms available and an indoor restaurant as well as a downstairs cafeteria with indoor or outside, courtyard seating.
Be sure to check if there is a specific viewing when you go, in order to reserve your ticket and time online. We visited and bought a ticket for a specific entry for the Monet display.

This is a great museum with good selection of fine art. I especially enjoyed the paintings of Claude Monet and other impressionists. There are also a historical art from different parts of the world.

The place is very neat and clean, a lot of exhibitions from different eras, top 10 museums of the world, would gave it 5, but the parking was problematic

Great museum and the Monet exhibit was perfect timing. Several lounging areas available when your feet need a rest.

Many reviews stated you should plan to spend 3-5 hours there, and I totally agree. There are so many interesting exhibits we decided to pick our priorities. Stayed until we were overwhelmed.

I haven't been to the Museum of Fine Arts since I was a kid (which was a long time ago) and I enjoyed it thoroughly! They have renovated and expanded the museum quite a bit since I was there and I was impressed. The art is so beautiful and I love how they separate the art by American, European, Ancient art etc. They even have a nice little restaurant that offers salads, sandwiches, steaks and adult beverages in what used to be the outdoor courtyard prior to the renovation. The food was good but a bit pricey. They also have a full service restaurant as well. There was only one part of the museum I didn't really care for which was the contemporary art section. I don't want to be insulting but I truly thought the contemporary art was not very good. I suppose art is subjective, so to each their own. I would like to have given the MFA a 4.9 out of 5 but Trip Advisor doesn't allow it. Definitely worth the trip.

For anyone who enjoys strolling through a museum, the Boston Museum of Fine Arts should be on your list. We visited with the plan to stay a couple of hours, we ended up staying nearly 5. We enjoyed the global exhibits as well as more current ones. Boston has an excellent museum and the staff were very helpful Also, there was a nice place to have a cup of coffee and a scone. It was a perfect afternoon.

One of the best museums of its kind, featuring a huge variety of art from all continents around the world. Also it’s a nice size, either to whizz round in 1-2 hours or see it all in 3-4 hours. The displays and descriptions are well presented and the right level of detail to appeal to a wide audience. Anyone with any interest in art or history or other cultures would enjoy it.

This was easy to get to. RIght off the green line. It was well laid out and wonderfully stffed. The colllections are breathtaking and fill with wonderful things. This is a multi-day place if you wish to see it all so I recommend going on line a picking what you want to see first and then do what you can with your remaining time. It is well worth the time and expense and effort.

This is a massive art museum with plenty of artifacts thrown in for good measure. We saw lots of Art of Ancient Greece, Rome, the Byzantine Empire, Dutch and Flemish Art, Egyptian Sculpture as well as American art. It was a good thing there were benches everywhere because the size of this place will wear you out. The Monet's are wonderful.

Amazing collection of fine and modern art from all over the world. We spend Saturday here with my son and we loved it, must come back. Had also lunch at patio rests and was really nice and relaxing. We loved the monet and Asian collection the most

The museum has a good selection of art from a variety of eras and places. Laid out fairly well although the map can be a bit confusing at times. Somewhat expensive with no discounts for seniors. Remarkably large collection of Monet.

No question one of the great museums in the USA as well as in the world. However, does not offer seniors or those on a fixed income a reduced price to enjoy the museum. That’s a shame. Many older folks cannot afford $27 for the entry fee.

Really worth a visit. Easy layout to follow and good facilities. Stunning collection especially the Monet paintings.

I appear to be one of the very few who didn't care for it. As I always note, I'm not an art guy but I like going to art museums- they are uniformly interesting places with great architecture and a nice vibe. I like seeing all of the paintings at a superficial level too- seeing famous and/or interesting works. Loved big ones like the Louvre, the Met, MOMA, and smaller ones like Ft. Worth, Providence (RISD), Cleveland, Buffalo.

I found this one to be so so boring. We left after like 45 minutes. The art is super colonial American so it was endless hallways of old pianos, boring portraits and some landscapes. I think I needed to explore more but I felt like we walked awhile and only saw boring furniture and even more boring paintings. The layout is kind of crowded and overly modern (mallish) as well.

Not sure why I didn't love it and it appears that the whole rest of the world does. But I didn't and I was surprised at how much I didn't like it.

First time to Boston. Great first stop. Great museum and location. Loved the Monet exhibit. The Egyptian artifacts were very interesting too.

You can go with ease to a rare Recommendation of places that keep it beautiful....this is promising

We had a lovely time. There is a lot to see as this museum collection is quite extensive. Highlights:

* Be sure to spend time in the American collection, with Copley paintings of many of the earliest American patriots as well as a Gilbert Stuart painting of George Washington. Actual silver created by Paul Revere is also quite meaningful.
* The ancient Egypt collection is one of the finest in the world because the museum received permission to cooperate with the Egyptian government to do some early excavations at the pyramids.
* There is a Monet room!
* Eat in the cafe. It's a lovely atrium with a giant Chihuly sculpture.

This is one of the finest art museums in the country. However, it is also the keeper of plenty of American History with many beautiful pieces of silver by Paul Revere (of 1 if by land, 2 if by sea fame), paintings you will 'know' by John Singer Sargent, Gilbert Stuart and Winslow Homer, and sculpture from the Egyptians to modern times. It is a place to bring the children with many paintings they will delight in especially Museum Epiphany III in the Vinik gallery. The MFA also harbors the most famous paintings of George Washington that you will know from history books. Of course, the Impressionist collection is huge, but it is the large quantity of American artists represented here that you do not find in other art museums. I have found the MFA stores are also better curated that other museum stores. Enjoy for an hour or a day.

Huge place but we majored on the Turner show which was excellent and well worth a visit, very large so we did not have time to explore the rest

As a disclaimer, I am neither White nor male nor Conservative but I could see how some of the exhibits could be off-putting to someone in any of these categories. While taking my young children through the exhibits, I was shocked to see that some of the descriptions seem to be advancing an agenda of being divisive rather than just being descriptive or educational. E.g., a reference to the museum trying to right the wrong of White supremacists in the Greco-Roman statue exhibit. I also thought it was strange that only books about children with same-sex parents were on display in the bookshop (I mean, I get it if it was still Pride month and they were highlighting that). The bathrooms are also very confusing - “Women - Self Identifying”, “Gender-Neutral”. I’m all for being inclusive but to complicate the bathroom issue is just pandering at that point when you have to think about which of the 6 bathrooms to go into when you really need to pee.

There's always a great show at the MFA. If you're in Boston it's a absolute must see. It's best to break the visit up into multiple days if you want to see the whole museum. There's a lot of cool stuff in the permanent collections and the special shows gobble up time pretty fast. The Isabella Stuart Gardner museum is right around the Corner.

It is a decent museum, but it really doesn't compare to the better museums around the country. However, the Monet exhibit was very good.

I knew the museum was pretty big, but there was more to see here than I expected. I was inside for nearly four hours and even then didn’t cover everything! The museum was laid out very thoughtfully and was easy to navigate

My wife and I rode the MBTA from Quincy into Boston on Monday of the last week of September 2023. This was our first visit to the BMFA. Admission was $54 for two seniors. We found the layout of the museum more than a little baffling, although we consulted the map frequently, asked for help from staff several times, and did our best to see every room. We know we missed a few.
The holdings here are good, but we were a bit disappointed in their non-Monet Impressionist holdings, although we did see several wonderful oil paintings. Of course, many people are very taken with Monet, of which they had many, and whose work we find less exciting. We also enjoyed the huge balloon dog sculpture, the folk art animal sculptures, the Tiffany stained glass display, and the fun contemporary art figures. Overall, visiting this museum was certainly worth it.
Our time went quickly here; we walked the floors for 2.5 hours before our feet gave out. Then we ate a leisurely lunch at their New American Cafe (reviewed separately here on TA), and then visited their gift shop before departing at 2pm.
We think this is a good museum with a lot for almost anyone to see. It would be very helpful if rooms could be better labeled in some way and perhaps the map could be improved as well. We wondered if color coding on both map and wall signs might have been helpful.

We had an absolutely fantastic experience!! The staff was incredibly helpful when assisting us in how to navigate the museum. And the exhibits were super engaging!! Especially Egypt- 5/5 for sure!

We decided to visit the museum today Friday as the web site says it closes at 10:00pm. But at 5:00, staff told us to exit because they have a special event. This was completely unexpected, no signs anywhere eg at ticketing or cafes. Even the museum shop was closed as they wanted everyone to get out, while it is close to the entrance and could easily have been left open for an additional 30mn or so. This is a really very impolite behavior to your visitors and ruined our visit today ! FYI visiting the MFA had been our main motivation to go to Boston from overseas….

The high end museum has a casual feel to it, housing a number of very important pieces. The photo show of still lifes was great.

We recently visited the museum in June and this was the first time for us. We were very much looking forward to this one of three major art museums in the US. But... First, art works are excellent although the whole American artists section was closed. I missed out on many works of my favorite American artists, which was a great disappointment for us. I probably missed much more than American artists as you're hard-pressed to find a museum directory between galleries and corridors. It was like a treasure hunt.

But the real problem at MFA was no crowd control whatsoever! With or without Covid... No "real" directions that people could adhere to and they're letting way too many people in...PERIOD. I don't understand it as with their timed entries. We visited a several art museums, including National Gallery of Art, Barnes Foundation, Phillips Collections AFTER REOPENING. They were FAR BETTER. Specially for Monet exhibit, the first room you entered was just packed with two dozens people in a single room and no one was moving. No one was able to move, actually. I don't know why the museum staff, who was just outside the door checking the tickets, let us in. We should have been in line to get in outside the exhibit so that people inside could look at the arts for Pete's sake. The worst crowd control ever at any major museum. Since it was the first time for us, I needed a map but they said they've done away with maps because of the Covid, but no crowd control for the Monet exhibit??? They need much better layout which people could actually follow. Still impressed with the art works, beloved by many around the world. Is it worth visiting? ABSOLUTELY! But the viewing experience at MFA has a lot of room for improvements. For Monet exhibit, get the earliest timed ticket (I guess, the museum timed ticket) you could get.. otherwise, you would be in a second row to view these wonderful works.

One of the better museums in the USA with something for everyone. If I had one complaint, it would be that its a little expensive. We only had about 2 hours and you really could spend several days looking at everything. In particular they have a fantastic section of French impressionists. Generally speaking the collection spans virtually all categories of culture and arts from early Persia, the Greeks, Egyptians and everything in between. It contains a truly wonderful American collection that shows all of the great civilizations from the last 3,000 years.

A handsome building crammed with great collections. We were particularly drawn by the Michaelina Wauthier and 'The Five Senses' exhibition, but the Dutch and Flemish galleries are generally marvellous. The Hokusai exhibition is also splendid, and the Black Potters of Old Edgefield, SC, exhibition in the Torf Gallery offered lots of food for thought. The MFA is highly recommended.

An excellent museum.

We travelled there by public transport.

No discount for non-local students, which was a shame for our young adult offspring and made the outing quite costly.

Check opening days before you visit.

Went here on a Sunday for a chill weekend activity. Not too busy so you can pace yourself and move around the museum pretty seamlessly. Lots of fantastic work in all types of mediums

The most comprehensive Turner exhibit I have ever seen with excellent curation. Many pictures from the Tate in London. The Courtyard Cafe is excellent for lunch but they don’t take reservations and the line to get in can be long so plan ahead.

Beautiful museum in the heart of Mexico City, it has giant works of art and the architecture is beautiful inside and out. highly recommended!!

I visited here during a one week visit to Boston. It is a lovely museum, very impressive from the outside, and there are a number of places to eat and drink in the museum. It is well located for public transport although I walked down from Kenmore square.

The very disappointing thing about this museum were the large number of regular areas that were closed. Not only was it disappointing that the galleries were closed, but it also meant, that as someone who has mobility problems, I found it difficult to find a lift that I could use that did not end up in a dead end. There were some exhibits closed that I really wanted to see.

The other disappointment was the very large number of school parties that were visiting. This meant that moving around the museum was challenging because being young people they were not aware of anything outside their world, including people trying to get through the corridors that they were spread across. The museum acoustics were also quite poor, so the children shrieking at each other was amplified. There seemed to be no attempts to keep their voices down a little so as not to interrupt the enjoyment of other visitors. It was a Friday in February, and maybe this is a day to avoid. Or the museum could try and regulate school visits so that they are more spread out across the week?

One of the finest collections of American painting and furniture. Good but not great European collection.
Atrium restaurant is good but pricey (as are most museum restaurants).
Enjoy.

My mom and I visited this museum when it was raining. It was the perfect time to visit. There were so many famous artists’ works on display. I liked the set up of the museum. It was designed beautifully.

This was the one place in Boston I had to visit and it did not disappoint. A great collection of different types of Art, well laid out and organized. The staff with whom I interacted were great - very informed and happy to help.
Just be told. You need to have purchased your ticket ahead of time online. Otherwise you will find yourself sitting out front doing it on your phone. Annoying but I got my ticket and it was worth it.

Incredible Museum, very thoughtfully created. Visit Wednesday after 4 pm (until 10 pm) for free admission.

This is a large museum. Some exhibits were closed. Offered a wonderful collection of Egyptian and American art.

What a beautiful museum! If you really enjoy art and history and want to examine individual works or wander at a leisurely pace, I would strongly suggest doing this museum in two days. We are huge art fans and spent the entire day at the museum and only saw about half of it. If it’s more of a casual experience, then one day should be fine.

The Asian wing was my favorite because of the very large statues it houses that they’re in the process of restoring at the moment. They let you see the process and photos of before and after and it’s a very exciting thing to learn how it’s all done. The museum also holds events that should be taken advantage of if possible. There was a concert there that day and we wished we could have stayed but we had plans. The courtyard would have been a beautiful setting for a way to spend the evening, listening to music. We only used the cafeteria for lunch because we didn’t want to take up too much time eating but even that was better food than we expected.

This museum is a Boston must see!

I grew up with this museum in my back yard. The mummies fascinated as a child. As I go older, I began to appreciate how much wonderful art is in the lovely building. The restaurant is also very good.

This remarkable exhibit contains about 50 works (mostly portraits) and focuses on how he selected the wardrobe of his sitters ( mostly beautiful women). Timed tickets are required.
Another huge plus for this world class museum is its courtyard cafe dining area. Be sure you stay for lunch.

Spectacular exhibits! Wonderful John Singer Sargent collection and Egyptian collection. Comfortable walking and located in a beautiful part of town.

We went to the MFA during February vacation and had such a great time with a ten year old. We didn't know if we'd be able to keep their attention but there were four stations set up around the museum involving creating art and speaking to art nearby - it was a great way to get the child involved and they looked forward to the next activity each time. Also, we got to take home the pieces we created which were extra special souvenirs!

I love the MFA. There is so much to see and learn about. It's no wonder they are one of the premier art museums in the world. We are so lucky to have it in our back yard. They always have great special exhibits that come through. I also found out I get in free w/ my Harvard employee ID. Pretty cool!

You have to allocate a good portion of the day for this. I thought I could still do this after visiting the Harvard Art Museum.

Exquisite experience

The buildings and the number of artworks are great, but as someone who is not very interested in painting, it is a star 🌟🌟 from the height of a day pass.
The courtyard is nice, and the best part is the tea.
It was during the Dalí exhibition at a special exhibition, and it was a great collection of masterpieces that made me a fan of Dalí.

It's an impressive museum. It is very large, it takes at least 3 - 4 hours to visit it correctly, all morning or all afternoon. It's worth it. There is everything from Egyptian art to Italian Renaissance, Impressionism and contemporary art, with works by great authors.

I'm a "museophile", and regularly seek out museums wherever I travel. BMFA did not disappoint. A well-organized, easy-to-maneuver layout made it easy to find pieces of interest and employees were helpful in pointing out bathrooms, elevators, stairs, etc. Being Boston, there was a large American art gallery with many works from John Singleton Copley. I was also surprised at the large number of European works, including the impressionist gallery. Many Monets and Renoirs, plus Pizarro, Van Gogh, Manet, and Picasso. I was very impressed with Gaugin's Where Do We Come From?...,It's a must-see. Signage is very good, too. If you're hungry, there was a full service restaurant that had an interesting menu plus a couple pay-and-go food/drink spots. We spent three hours there and were able to cover most of the museum -- four hours would be preferable if you read all the signage. It was a $20 Uber one way from the Boston Commons area. The Isabella Stewart Garden Museum is within walking distance. Recommend.

First day in Boston , very wet day so chose the MFA as a late alternative !
We were not disappointment - so much to see !
We enjoyed the Obama exhibition, the Arts of America and the renaissance paintings.
Lovely building , the new blends in well and a good cafe also.
Thank you for a memorable day

Excellent museum with lots to see and you can spend a lot of time here nice cafe with friendly staff just a pity about the one jobswoth security gaurd dont point at the paintings im 3ft away the painting is about 2ft above my head does he think my fingers going to grow and poke a hole in it🫣🤫😵‍💫

My daughters & I had a terrific time visiting this treasure of a museum in Boston ! Don’t miss it when you visit the Boston Area. Staff are helpful , with plenty of benches for people with mobility issues to rest . The Greek & Roman art sections were particularly spectacular !

Fantastic art museum , unfortunately we only saw one of Edward Hoppers paintings, the others were loaned out to other museums.

Wonderful experience. The museum is beautiful, go with time.
Do not fail to go to the inner garden which is a place of peace and rest.

We went to see Van Gogh, La famille Roulin exhibition. It was something else. We also saw some paintings of Frans Hals who i discovered. After that, we saw other parts. It was like going back in times to view the Americans at the early age. We also saw a variety of other cultures. I honestly like it better than MoMA.

The parking was ridiculously expensive! My family and I were there for 2 hours and parking was $32. The museum was amazing, but look for parking and take the walk! I will be doing that next time I visit.

Good museum with variety in their collection. Spent 2 hours there. Close to public transportation. Easy to get to and easy to find

I adore this museum. Been at last 5 times and I always find something new. They do a good job edith programming-- films, late nights, etc. As a bonus, it's in a great location just across the street from the lovely Fens park and a short walk from Isabella Stewart Gardener.

They have many accessibility features such as wheelchairs. It is good for kids and they accept credit cards. They provide public parking.

Didn't have a lot of time to spend , but the collections and the building itself is well worth it. There was a very impressive exhibit of Black Artists that I enjoyed very much.

Excellent museum. We stayed 3 hours and still did not see everything. Tied together a lot of what we saw in Boston, Providence and Newport (plus a ton of other art and history information in addition).

The museum itself is excellent, but I have never wished for noise-cancelling headphones so much in this kind of setting. The other visitors were so loud, rude, and obnoxious I had to leave without even seeing half of it. And staff just sat there watching these adults behave like children. That sums up my trip to Boston overall though ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

Huge art museum with an array of styles. Came here during the first weekend of the month, as they participate in Bank of America’s Museums on Us, so we got free entry as a result of being cardholders. There is public transportation line with the museum as a stop, but it also was a nice walk to get here from our hotel. Masks were recommended but not required. There is a cafe inside if you need food.

You can easily spend an entire day here looking through all the exhibits. We spent an afternoon until the museum closed at 5, and I wish we were able to spend more time. No flash photography. There were water bottle refilling stations by restrooms. Coat check is available. You’re in for a good time here.

One of the leading museums in the United States. I highly recommend it to those who like art as well as those who are not good at art. There are many exhibits, ranging from paintings to Oriental Buddhist statues to Egyptian meera. It takes a day, if only slowly.

It is massive and filled with real art treasures that you can't enjoy in one visit. One admission lets you re-visit over 7 days. Pick one area like Art of Europe or Americas and take your time. Easy access on T which stops in front. This is what a real art museum should be.

Easy route, huge rooms, the museum welcomes works from all over the world! It is a journey into art, culture, magnificence, history and beauty that leaves you breathless. The various periods and works follow one another from room to room where everything is finely described. I recommend choosing two or more paths to see that suit your personal interests.
Absolutely don't miss this huge jewel!

It was a nice visit! It organized by geographic, very interesting way to show the arts, it makes some interesting connections!

One of the worlds's great museums of art. HOWEVER, I would NOT say this is among the best in specific periods. The Philadelphia Museum of ART is MUCH better and offers a more impressive visit overall in atmosphere, numbers of quality works, etc. The Boston Museum has a strong collection of American colonial and early American furniture, Ancient Roman and Greek art, and Asian arts. But I was disappointed in the quality and representation of European arts especially the works of Impressionists like Sisley and Pissaro, etc. Food was outrageously expensive and not very good. The cafeteria area offers a better value but closes very early so plan your lunch early! The American Cafe is not very good = bad chef. And high prices. Admission and parking is going to cost you a small fortune especially if you have a family. You will need a full day to visit. This can be too much for children and would not recommend. Go on the days the museum is open late into the evening to see everything. Or see in 2 days. Also inquire which galleries close by 5pm = yes! Some galleries close early!!!!! Very disappointing.

I constantly got side tracked into different eras and art styles due to the funky arrangement of the art based on its continental origin spread on multiple floors but I saw some things I wouldn't have normally bothered with as a result.

outstanding !!! in all aspects !! rates high or higher than many museums that we have visited would gladly do it all again !!!!

Despite having gone to school in the Boston area and having been back multiple times in the past 50 years, this was the first time to visit Boston's MFA. The size is deceptively huge when looking at only the Huntington entrance, so be prepared for a lot of galleries and walking. We started with the Monet and Boston exhibition, which also included sculptures by Rodin and Degas, and proceeded through (I think) all the remaining galleries on two floors. I particularly liked the exhibitions on the early colonial period in America with multiple works by Copley and Stuart, as well as the special exhibit by local students on Black Histories, Black Futures. After five hours and a cafeteria lunch in the outdoor courtyard, we were ready for our next adventure. I would like to say that we say everything, but that would be an exaggeration; there is still plenty more at MFA waiting for our next trip to Boston.

We had nothing to do for the day and decided to visit the museum, among others in and around Boston. If you love arts, do go. It is really worth it.

We recently visited on a weekday mid-morning with family to see the Van Gogh exhibit and the rest of the museum. We particularly enjoyed the exhibit, the Monet room, and the Egyptian artifacts. We had a snack at the Taste cafe near the gift shop. I would love to visit again when we have more time.

I am not the best when it comes to judging art, but I can say I really enjoyed this museum. They have quite the variety of art spanning from ancient Egyptian art, to Asian, European, African, and American. We spent about 5 hours exploring and could have been here longer. I wish they would bring back the 2 day ticket to be able to spend more time, but I appreciated the time we had there.

World class "great cultures" (prehistoric to modern) museum, with a diverse and very high-quality collection. The Egyptian galleries are among the best in the U.S.; the newly re-installed Japanese galleries are superb; the special exhibitions are usually worth a trip by themselves. Add two great cafés and a bookstore and you can happily spend all day here.

Great shows and easy viewing of art works from all over the world.
Great Sargent collection. Clean and easy to get around.

A MUST when visiting Boston!

Friendly staff, pleasant rooms, beautifully curated!

Start your tour of the museum at the impressive Chihuly Icicle Tower in the main lobby (nice restaurant there, too!).
I recommend spending two to five hours at the museum, there are many exhibits to see.

There is a nice coffee shop next to well-stocked Museum store as well as a restaurant (good salads) in the basement, garden seating available.

Overall a very fine museum. However a couple recommendations. 1) plan your trip on days museum is open until 10pm for best value because it takes about 6-7 hours to cover all collections and you’ll want to take a meal break for 30-60 minutes to rest. 2) make sure to see any specific art when you arrive because I was greatly disappointed they close certain areas and collections after 5pm! They didn’t have enough staff or had events planned in the Greek sculpture gallery and Chinese Art galleries for evening private events! 3) find out if any galleries you want to see are closed before your trip; the Asian wing was mostly closed that had Chinese art on my trip! 3) plan your meal before 2pm as the cafeteria closes by 3. It offers more affordable better food options. 4) I would NOT recommend the upscale expensive American Cafe restaurant although it stays open later. They don’t offer any comfort food except a $20 cheeseburger. Their Coca-Cola was awful and flat tasting and overpriced at $8. I ordered the Iceberg wedge salad and paid extra for the salmon. About $30. The meal was adequate in portion. Not bad but not excellent. The bacon bits were rock hard to crack your teeth on. The salmon was excellent as was the dressing and blue cheese. Would have been better with cherry tomatoes rather than cheap radish slices. Don’t order dessert or coffee! The chocolate dessert looked amazing but tastes awful. Instead of mousse it tasted like the thick cheap Royale brand chocolate pudding with no chocolate flavor. The whipped cream was awful and the shortbread cookie that came with it was very bland. And very expensive at $13 for a dessert that wasn’t good at all, The cappuccino wasn’t very good either. Came with the same yucky taste whipped cream. The service was good. Very overpriced and mediocre food experience overall. Not even a flower on the table for the high price you pay.

Overall the artwork is worth seeing. This museum disappointed me as I expected much more in American colonial, period decorative arts like arts and crafts, deco, nouveau etc. What the museum did offer was choice premium selections so there was Tiffany glass, one piece of Frank Lloyd Wright, one art pottery vase etc. Highlights include Boston furnishings, Boston silver, Boston painting from 18th to 20th centuries. Some impressive 18-19th century European art. An impressive selection of European decorative arts. There is an exceptional gallery devoted to Monet. However I was shocked how neglected the other impressionists like Pissarro, Sisley, Renoir, Degas were placed in a hallway that was not well lighted. These were beautiful paintings and are another jewel in the museum crown and should have their own gallery. Most visitors walked by ignoring these important works because of their lack of placement. Another highlight was the Egyptian areas, the Greek and Roman art. The Korean art was beautifully displayed. Disappointed with Islamic art. The Chinese and Japan art was partially closed but there were some tacky artificial trees falling apart - it’s amazing how we remember the tacky displays most!! I would recommend going to the free admission Harvard Museum nearby in Cambridge to see outstanding Chinese and Japanese ancient art as the galleries are extremely impressive and breathtaking in layout, lighting and design. You don’t see that here at BFA. There was very little modernism in decorative arts but they did have a beautiful gallery for the Art Deco period with prime examples. But I expected more. This museum has a lot of art and yet it doesn’t rank as high in my opinion as the Met or the Philadelphia Museum of Art. The Philadelphia Museum of Art is extremely expensive for admission and parking but it does offer amazing gallery displays, period rooms, a multitude of decorative arts and more memorable layouts. For example I did not see one Andy Warhol represented at BFA. The gift shop is beautiful but discriminates against middle class and poor demographics. The prices are outrageous and only for the very wealthy. There is nothing affordable in this shop. The price for food and beverage also discriminates against lower economic demographics making it impossible for a family to affordably visit what is supposed to be a public museum. Parking was $36 with no other options unless you take public transportation which is not easy for foreigners or tourists visiting. The museum could offer better signage throughout to guide visitors to important highlights, artwork, and sections. The staff was polite but not very friendly. This museum is definitely better than the National Gallery in Washington DC which is extremely dated in layout and design and neglect of placement of important works. I was also surprised there is no fashion gallery, no midcentury modern gallery for decorative arts, no modern art of note like Warhol, Nevelson, Koons and Pollock unless I missed it. I would recommend the BFA if you visit Boston and want to see a well renowned collection.

Love this museum! It is the best one in my experience (I have visited about 10 art museum in my life). Hope to visit again in the future.

Smashing museum - it had been 25 years since we had gone and the permanent collection exceeded our fond memories. In addition to the Monet room and the late/post-impressionists, we were particularly struck by the Greek/Roman collection and the excellent room dedicated to pre-Columbian Mexico which includes a dynamite collection of Maya pots (although there is no discussion of provenance).

We were motivated to come up specifically for the Sargent exhibit which did not disappoint, although I strongly agree with the other commenters that it was way too crowded. The only thing that saved it for us was going mid-afternoon and circling back to the start after the last admission window. Had we not been able to do that there would be fewer stars here!

Besides the fine arts stuff this museum has history, natural history, cultural activities and the list goes on.
The Monet room is mind blowing, should go there.
Plan to spent at least 3 hours and use comfortable shoes!

As we find with many attractions, the signage could be better but the museum is fabulous. Free admission for us as hubby is a veteran and they can also bring in 4 or 5 guests each! The coat check was convenient since many people had jackets not needed indoors. Work by Tenoir, Monet, Van Gogh, Munsch and I believe Gainsborough. Large gift shop. Loved Claudette Colbert’s starfish brooch!

The Sargent exhibit itself was great BUT it was so crowded that you really couldn't enjoy it. Everyone was complaining. The set up in my opinion was terrible.

The museum is huge, so pick out beforehand what you'll want to see. I go for the Mary Cassatt paintings and the silver. The "T" goes right to the museum, and the Gardner museum is just around the corner and down a couple of blocks. Be careful if you're thinking about having lunch at the MFA---the waiting line can be 50 people long.

The museum has such an extensive collection and ongoing, revolving exhibits that you are sure to find something that catches your attention during your visit. There are several very nice cafes and restaurants as well, ranging from the cafeteria on the garden floor, a small cafe/bakery spot on the main floor, the large restaurant in the main floor (American Cafe), and a fancier dining option on the upper floor. There are amenities such as elevators, wheelchairs, a nursing room and a complimentary coat check room. There are also fun activities for kids. The parking lot has a fee, depending on how long you stay. There is some street parking with meters but it is not always easy to find a spot.

No matter what your cultural or geographic interests, this museum will have something for you. I particularly like the huge section of European Art including a whole room devoted to Monet, and also I like the American art. This visit, I stumbled upon an outstanding and varied jewelry exhibit. I believe it is temporary so go see it if you are in Boston. All kinds of jewelry from different continents and eras! You can eat in an attractive spot on the first floor or cafeteria style on the bottom floor. There are two nice gift shops. Museum stores are a bit pricey but the money goes to a good cause, right? Even if you arent into paintings, the MFA Boston has objects of interest for you. Highly recommended.

This is a large fine arts museum of Boston. It is a comprehensive collection and far too large to see in one visit. We saw the special exhibit on Basquiat and the" freaks" of the early 80s. These artists were referred to as "post graffiti". Ironically, we live about a 1/2 mile or 10 blocks from the location where theses artists thrived in the East Village.
We also saw the Early American galleries which are a strength of this place. There is a lovely open-spaced cafe in the newer section.

It was really big, with a lot of beautiful art. I enjoyed the MFA a lot and definitely want to return.
I was in the museum for only 6 hours and did not have enough time to see everything.

Really enjoyed our visit to the museum, on a weekend afternoon. Even though it was a weekend, the museum was not overly busy or difficult to navigate.

We focused our visit on the collection of American art, which was really enjoyable and well-curated. Fairly nice mix of styles and artists. Descriptions of particular works were accessible and informative.

Gift shop had a great selection of stationery.

Recommended and worth the cost of admission.

A wonderful museum with excellent displays. Some of the newer arrangements/collections are not as easy to follow as far as descriptive signage. I haven't been to there in about 10 years and that was something I noticed different.

Went to see Hallyu! The Korean Wave exhibit with college student daughter. Exquisitely done. Terrific lunch at the cafe. Parking is way too expensive. Seriously.

Nice collection from different cultures and ages, this is a beautiful place to visit and spend hours with the collections. A must see in the city.

So much to see here, we were glad we made it part of our Boston trip! Great variety and we loved the special exhibits. We went on a weekday so it was not crowded, though the good sit down restaurant was closed because it was Monday. (A lot of things are closed in Boston on Mondays which was kind of different for me!)

This is one of the best art museums in the US. Period. It is that crazy combo of well known but not. To me it is u depreciated locally.

If you go to Boston, it is a must-see destination. Very nice and varied. There's so much history. It takes at least 3 hours to shoot it all.

Love visiting the Fine Arts Museum when we’re in town visiting my son. Always a great activity inside- if cold, rainy or too hot outside. Beautiful art and facility to leisurely walk around and enjoy.

Rivals the Met in terms of its size and breadth of art history. Lovely building and excited to see the renovations to the Asian wing when they're complete

This is a great and massive art museum that is among the world’s best. The permanent collection is terrific, and the shows are very well curated. The current featured show-Henry Moore and Georgia O’Keefe-is tremendous.

So much to see! Displays were well organized to be educational and eye-catching. Wish we hadn’t been hungry and tired because we would’ve liked to have stayed longer. We were there for a couple of hours but, I feel like there was still more to see. You could spend at least half a day here, I think.

A definite “must visit” when in Boston! There’s lots of interesting art; including paintings, sculptures, busts, etc. Plenty of art from those with an attachment to the local area too, which is nice for getting a better understanding of the area and the various names you’ll see when visiting.
A tip would be to buy your ticket online prior to arriving. We got there and the line was very long, backed out to the street and while in line, we quickly bought our tickets online and were able to jump ahead of the line!

Inside is very comfortable, walkable, nicely curated, and welcoming. Plenty of restrooms too.

We enjoyed the visit and would recommend stopping in.

Brought my family, 2 kids included, for a day of culture. Military gets in free for the service member and up to 5 dependents. The parking garage will cost about 26.00 to park for 3-4 hours. Take the ruggles stop if using the purple line (also free for military). We spent most of our time in the American and European art to see the likes of Stuart, Copley, Sergeant, Degas, Rembrandt, Van Gogh and Monet. The Monet collection is excellent. The Egyptian collection is also excellent and they currently hold the world famous Egyptian sculpture of the king and his wife. You need all day to see everything. Bring your water bottle and some snacks. There is a place you can consume it. We loved our day here and we are thankful it’s a blue star museum.

My wife and I visited to view the Van Gogh exhibit. It was amazing. Well worth the visit. There is a green line station right outside the museum. Another exhibit we enjoyed was the American History section with highlights of the American revolution. Enjoy.

We took a whirlwind tour and managed to see everything in 3 hours and 15 minutes. If we had looked closely, a day wouldn't have been enough. Unfortunately, the Japanese Pavilion was closed, so we missed famous pieces like "Dragon King's Palace at Suruga" and "The Great Wave off Kanagawa."
Since 2016, there's been a gallery at the MFA dedicated to rotating exhibits of Monet's works. We saw "Camille Monet in Japanese Costume," which had a different style but was incredibly colorful and beautiful.
We also saw Renoir's "Dance at Bougival," Gauguin's "Where Do We Come From? What Are We? Where Are We Going?," and Van Gogh's "Postman Joseph Roulin."
The Egyptian exhibit was quite interesting, with various mummies of cats, dogs, crocodiles, and humans. The Guanyin statue in the Chinese Pavilion was fascinating, particularly the rare depiction of Guanyin holding a lotus. The Water-Moon Guanyin was also beautiful, representing the most relaxed posture among the thirty-three different forms of Guanyin, typically seated on a rock or wood, leisurely observing the reflection of the moon in the water, reminding people that everything is illusory.
Overall, the museum's layout felt a bit chaotic, and we found ourselves wandering around. The adult ticket price was $27 per person, and tickets could be purchased on-site.

Huge selection of different eras and regions across the world, loved the Americas exhibit not something I've seen a lot of anywhere else. Also visited the Dali exhibit, in a league of itself. Was there for 6 hours and maybe saw a 3rd of everything on display.

MFA's traveling exhibits are always must-sees. The building is a pleasure to wander through. Lunch at the restaurant is fine dining, service, and view. Parking can be tricky.

Boston’s Museum of Fine Arts is a stunning museum with a fabulous layout and collection. The museum itself is spectacularly beautiful and seeing art in such an environment is a treat. They have docent-led tours or you can enjoy at your own pace.

We have been many times to the MFA - the Turner show is excellent. For some reason you can no longer get only coffee in the main courtyard - they send you off to a grim school cafeteria type place in the depths of the building. Other than that a good visit.

Went to a concert, concert was awesome but I booked a ticket for parking in Boston, which was a scam. I had to pay $65 to park after paying $40.02 months earlier. I never got tickets I got scammed.

Fabulous collection of Egyptian art. Went for special exhibit of Life Magazine photography. Several favorites there. Great collection of Greek and Roman as well as Mesa American. Only got through part of museum on 2 days of visits. Bought membership after 1st. Only complaint is the extremely high cost of parking $26 for about 3 hours!

You're sure to find something that interests you in the museum. Some temporary exhibitions are really nice. I recommend you follow these.

I never expected to find in Boston a museum so rich in artifacts, paintings, reconstructions from every part of the planet. It ranges from ancient Egypt to the Roman Empire, from the Renaissance to the American nineteenth century. On the occasion of my visit there was also an interesting exhibition on Van Gogh with some fairly famous paintings by the Dutch painter.
Do not miss the rich section dedicated to the birth of the American state with valuable reconstructions of the houses of the time and paintings that tell the epic of independence from England.
As for Italy, there are valuable statues from the Roman era, paintings by Botticelli and sculptures by P. Della Robbia.
The museum is very well maintained although a clearer and more defined exhibition route would be desirable. Very often from one room you can access another 3-4 inducing a bit of disorientation in the visitor.
Not to be missed if you visit Boston.

Limited paid parking next to the museum; more in parking garage across the street. From the parking garage, you cannot enter the museum by the "obvious" entrance you see when you exit the garage. Rather you have to walk a considerable distance to entrances on either front or back of the building. We went today for a special exhibition which had an odd theme but featured one of my favorite artists and included lots of her work including pieces I had never seen. Very rewarding! We ate lunch in the cafe which was excellent.

If you love museums, you'll find treasures of Egypt and the ancient world as well as American art from the colonial era to the modern era. Known as one of the greatest art museums in the world, the Museum of Fine Arts Boston is home to more Monets than any museum outside of Paris and an unrivaled collection of Japanese art, as well as priceless exhibits covering many periods.
There is so much to see and explore, that you might spend a lot more time than originally planned. The parking lot is across the street from the museum and there are great food options at the MFA. You may want to purchase tickets online to skip the line at the venue. Admission is $27 for adults. It was a breathtaking experience, highly recommended.

Students are free. Adult is $25. Big place a bit confusing to figure your way in. We spent 2 hrs and skipping so many galleries. Some galleries have seating area, must go to the red wall gallery and must must see the Islamic art and culture very unique.

Recently,I spent two days enjoying marvelous Art at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.I especially enjoyed its fine Medieval Period works of Art.I saw splendid relics from the Medieval Period including;"Baptism of Christ"(Limoges 13th Century,chapleve enamel,gilding on copper),"Reliquary Triptych With Crucifixion,,Coronation of Virgin,Saints Peter and Paul and Annunciation"(14th Century Basse Taille,champleve enamel gilding on copper)and "Virgin and Child"(Italian,Romanesque,1125 AD,limestone with polychromy) I saw fine Medieval Period Paintings by Ugolino di Nerio("Mary Magdalene"),Barnaba Da Modena("Virgin and Christ Child"),Bernardo Daddi("Nativity and Annunciation to Shepherds(the epitome of Florentine Italian Trecento Painting),Master of Urbino Coronation("Crucifixion",fresco)and"unidentified Italian Painter("Eight Scenes From the Life of Christ"(1280's AD) I saw fine sculpture by Unidentified French Sculptor("Saint Malo",13th Century,limestone),Unidentified French Sculptor("Saint Peter As Pope",limestone,14th Century),and Arnolfo Cambio("Carayatid Group pf Deacons1265 AD,Stone,Marble).Being back at the Museum of Fine Arts was a privilege.

I had wanted to come to Boston for many years to spend time at this museum. My husband and I spent a full day and a half here and still not cover it all. The Egyptian collection is noteworthy. A place to take your time and enjoy this major art museum.

One of the world's top museums, up there with the British Museum and the Met in New York. The Egyptian collection is outstanding; the pieces are among the finest I have ever seen. Some rare, all high quality. The staff are extremely helpful and the New American Cafe was excellent. One of the must-do attractions in Boston.

We went just to see the amazing and massive collection of Egyptian art. Well displayed with good explanations of the artefact on show.

Loved this museum. Lots to explore and easy to navigate. Our highlight was the impressionist exhibit. But be careful you probably need more time that you think yo explore everything.

Every time we visit Massachusetts to see our relatives, we take the commuter train from Franklin to Ruggles Station to do a day trip to the Museum of Fine Arts. It gives us so much pleasure! We have backgrounds in art and art history, so of course, this is a wonderful trip for us. But I believe ANYONE can benefit from the tons of displays that this facility offers to the public. We also had lunch at the museum, which although somewhat pricey, was very good. There is always something new at the museum and this is certainly worth 3 to 4 hours of your time.

A short review. A truly great museum for a regular tourist. Easy to get to on the Heath Street green line from downtown just a stop after Northeastern University. It is medium size, primarily two level museum that is small enough to walk but large enough to house a wealth of lovely exhibits. I particularly love the American works from the late 19th and early 20th century and the small but exquisite Egyptian collections.
$29 regular admission and $25 seniors. A nice shop and cafe to breakup the visit. Plan for a half day at the MFA.

Although not particularly laid out in a good way, it does not deter from the beautiful art and fascinating pieces on display.

We haven't been to the MFA in 30 years! It sure has changed. The new wing that houses the American wing is simply fantastic. Looking at the art from the early native Americans in Central and South America was such a treat. The collection is wonderful, and very well displayed. The same could be said about the early American exhibits, in which pictures were accompanied by furniture and other items that provided wonderful context. During our visit, we were also able to view the Monet special exhibit. The effort to tie Monet to Massachussetts was a little strained, but I very much appreciated the presentation of contemporary artists to Monet side by side with Monet, so as to demonstrate the influences of one on the other. This was also the first time where I was able to see multiple versions of his paintings side by side, to see how he captured light and color at different times of day. What a great job by the curator!

One of the best museums, in 4 hours you can leisurely tour all the different rooms of the museum. In the common area there is a small cafeteria, I recommend taking a sketch to guide you, since the museum is very large and has several areas and floors, ask about the new exhibits, we had “the great wave”

Arrive right as the Museum opens and take in as much as you can before the crowds arrive. The collections are amazing and you could spend a day in each collection. One of the best places to visit in Boston.

A definite visit for Art and History lovers coming to explore Boston. It is one of the finest Museums in the United States. It houses priceless collection of art from renaissance painters and french impressionists. You can see collections from Rembrandt, Van Dycke, Van Gogh, Monet, Gaugin, Renoir, Botticelli and many more. There is a room dedicated just to absorb yourself to Monet classics. The museum also has a small collection from ancient Egypt and medieval Europe and US. The staff is very courteous and helpful. The best part is that on somedays the museum is open all the way up to 10pm in the night. You can reach there by metro train which drops you just at the door step.

No one likes "museum feet" so the MFA allows you to view several strong galleries without the overkill. The Monet exhibit had excellent works on display but was only a few rooms so you could enjoy them. They also had an excellent Egyptian display along with the American Wing. We look forward to returning next Spring to view the Dutch and Roman wings. The cafeteria downstairs was a typical "museum cafeteria"; pricey and bland, but it was not crowded so we were able to refuel.

An amazing museum. One can take a whole day.
Bring your own lunch. The food is rather expensive and not really that great.
I caught the special exhibition of 19th century-20th century Chinese artist Qi Bishi.
No wonder my parents were always mentioning about him.

Impressed by the wonderful and extensive collections. We were particularly enchanted by the Ancient Greek and Roman sculptures downstairs and the European art collection especially the expressionists on the second floor. Also had a pleasant lunch at the Museum Restaurant.

We spent about 4 hours and a half at Museum of Fine Arts Boston. The museum is very large and beautiful. Most arts are on the first and second floors. The paintings in Impressionism in the Art of Europe section are amazing. The staff were friendly and helpful. We had lunch at New American Cafe in beautiful central area on the first floor. The waiter was nice.

The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston (MFA), is a treasure trove of art, culture, and history that showcases a world-class collection in an engaging and beautifully curated space. The museum houses over 450,000 works, spanning ancient Egyptian artifacts, classic European paintings, vibrant Asian art, and innovative contemporary pieces. The diversity and depth of the exhibits make it easy to find something captivating for every visitor, whether you’re an art enthusiast or a casual visitor.

The building itself is stunning, with elegant architecture and spacious galleries that allow for a thoughtful flow through the exhibits.

Notable highlights and one of the main reasons I wanted to visit was for the outstanding collection of Impressionist works that include pieces by Monet, Renoir, and Degas. I was able to see a couple of my favorites from Monet & Pissarro, that took my breath away and moved me.

The Japanese Garden and outdoor installations add an extra layer of tranquility and inspiration to the museum experience.

This museum should be visited in Boston, it is unmissable, it has very nice works of art and its architecture is also very tasteful, we loved the whole family and the stairs that it has in the front door are beautiful very similar to that of MET New York, but in small, however, take your precautions because it is a museum with several rooms and works of art, I recommend planning what you want to visit and previously check the site of the museum or when you arrive you can ask to easily find the highlights of the museum, in case you do not have too much time to dedicate it

We came to view the excellent Obama Presidential Portraits. Collection of French Impressionism was beautiful and larger than I have seen elsewhere. Enjoyable exhibits of Roman & Egyptian art. Good gift shop and restaurants.

Real mix of exhibits from ancient Egyptian mummies, via Asian art and European. The miniatures exhibit was really interesting. It is large and there is a huge amount to see, so allow a good few hours to do it justice. Good cafe and coffee shop on site.

Boston's Museum of Fine Arts is an international treasure. One would need weeks in Boston to fully explore its holdings. I was up for the Sargent exhibit which was brilliant. Afterwards I did a wander to visit old friends -- Turner, Rossetti, Gaugin, Monet -- as well as view the Sargent work that didn't make the cut for the big show. Just a great, world class museum, and it's well worth a full day.

Let's cut to the chase. This is one of the finest art museums in the United States and in the world. It has a broad, vast, and phenomenal collection of art that is displayed at its best. Whether your interest is in ancient art, Dutch masters, or Impressionism, you are likely to find iconic and stunning pieces.

Given that, here are some tips of sorts.

First, the Museum of Fine Arts is a few miles outside of downtown Boston. It is an easy and inexpensive trip on the green line Metro. The station isn't hard to find as it is named for the museum and within sight of the museum.

Second, consider combining this with a trip to the nearby Isabella Stewart Gardiner Museum. The two are very different, but both are terrific.

Third, this museum is simply too big to take in in a single visit. Think about what you like, see it, and try a few things that maybe you had not considered. Trying to see absolutely everything in a single go would be exhausting.

Fourth, the museum has multiple cafes/cafeterias and places to grab a bite. Take advantage of them.

Fifth, visit the very cool museum shops. They are just fun and have many unique items.

Finally, just have fun. There is a lot of great art here from just about every period and culture. See what you like and maybe a bit more. We love the Impressionist and post-Impressionist art, but if your thing is something else go for it.

We greatly enjoyed our visit and you should, too.

An excellent museum, especially if you like Egyptian antiquities. I spent a full day here with about 3 hours in the Egyptian exhibits, the 4th dynasty stuff mostly of Menkaure from a dig the museum did in Egypt is phenomenal. The rest of the day I wandered thru the rest of the museum.

The American section with paintings of the founders by John Singer Sargent and other American painters is another section not to be missed.

They have a lot of European paintings as well if that is what you like along with Greek, Roman and Asian artifacts.

One of the best places to go is in Boston. There is a lot of art and the interior is amazing! They have many exhibition as well

huge museum with so much to see. You could easily spend most of the day there. Highly recommend! Personally I felt lost a lot and wish they had an app that could walk me through so I know I didn’t miss anything.

Tip: purchase your tickets in advance online then you don’t have to wait in the line to get inside.

My daughter treated us to this extensive and gorgeous place.. One has to pick what to view since you certainly can't appreciate it all in one trip. I wanted to see the exhibit of John Singer Sargent's work and my husband wanted to view the sculptures. I found the architecture also worth the trip- both the modern, open area by the cafe and the more traditional Rotunda. Locals would do well to get a membership so that frequent, short trips could be made.

I visited the MFA as the weather was chilly and cloudy. I do object to having to pay £22 to enter a museum where they are all free in the UK, but needs must.
There were multiple exhibits of different countries that represented their history and culture. So many artefacts including, sculpture, paintings, ceramics, glass, jewellery, furniture, clocks, coins and even rooms taken from an original building.
The layout of the museum was vast and had impressive exhibition halls and staircases. There are plenty of toilet facilities, a room to store large bags for free and numerous dining facilities. I recommend a visit to this museum.

On a recent Thursday in Mid-November,I spent a delightful day from 10AM to 9:45PM assiduously studying and enjoying its outstanding collection of European Art from the Medieval Period up to the 20th Century at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.I was especially impressed with its splendid collections of Medieval and Renaissance Period Paintings and Art.
I saw delighful devotional theme Late Medieval Paintings by Ugolino Di Nerio("Virgin and Child"),Barnaba Da Modena("Virgin and Child"),Barna Da Siena("Mystic Marriage of Saint Catherine"),Duccio("Crucifixion,the Redeemer With 4 Angels,Saint Nicholas and Saint Clement"),Bernardo Daddi("Nativity and Annunciation To Shepherds")Gherardo di Jacopo Starnina("Saint Stephen"),Niccolo di Pietro Gerini("Virgin and Child Enthroned"),and Master of the Urbino Coronation("Crucifixion"). I saw a splendid sculptural work,"Saint Malo" by an anonymous 13th Century French Sculptor.
I appreciated fine Italian Renaissance Period Paintings by Andrea Del Sarto("Virgin and Child")Sandro Botticelli,Giovanni Bellini(Portrait of Doge"),Fra Carnevale("Presentation of Virgin In Temple"),and Francesco di Giorgio Martini("Virgin and Child With Saints Jerome and Anthony of Padua"),among others.I saw an impressive relief of a"Roman Emperor"by Mino da Fiesole.
I saw excellent paradigms of Northern European Renaissance Period Paintings by Rogier Vander Weyden("Saint Luke Drawing Virgin"),Joos Van Cleve("Crucifixion"),Lucas Cranach the Elder("Lamentation"),and Hans Memling("Christ Blessing"),among others.
Since this art museum's collection of Art is so prodigious,I limited my review to the Medieval and Renaissance Period.It was a privilege being at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston.

Very cool museum; lots to see.
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Only 4 stars because the stairs can be a tad confusing

Amazing museum! This place was really fun and also huge! I feel like I could have spent two days in it to see it all. There is a really cool statue in front of a man on a horse. I plan to go back, as I know temporary exhibits change.

First visit to the MFA! After cancelling a trip to Boston to see the initial Monet and Boston: Lasting Impression exhibition last year, I was so happy for the opportunity to visit Boston and see the current Monet and Boston: Legacy Illuminated (fewer Monet works but more context about Monet and development as a artist and additional Boston connections). We decided to buy tickets with an entry time in the morning so that we could spend the rest of the day up to closing time if needed. Well worth it! The grand staircase is impressive, with the large Asian works going up the stairs and the rotunda with the stunning John Singer Sargent murals. The Monet and Boston exhibition is quite interesting, with an array of 25 Monet works from the early right through to a Water Lilies (it was disappointing that a 2nd one plus The Japanese Bridge are on loan) set among the works of Millet and Rodin. Contemporary glass, Impressionist works, early Italian paintings, and the American paintings from Copley and Peale to O'Keeffe and Hopper to Kehinde Wiley. The Early American galleries are not to be missed. Enjoyed the architecture of the additions and the Lime Green Icicle Tower by Chihuly in the Shapiro Family Courtyard. If you are time-constrained, check the MFA website to search their collections for your favorite works or artists and prioritize what you see during your visit.

Exhibits are thoughtful. Many thought-provoking pieces can be found in every nook and cranny of the museum. However, as a traditional museum, almost no interactive exhibits in the museum. It would be better if the curator could promote visitor engagement and learn with the aid of new and dynamic technology. Also, the collections are not grouped in logical ways. The high object density and lots of distractions easily result in fatigue. It’s hard to cover every section of the museum, and the $27 fee is also eye-popping.

The collections are incredible. I was overwhelmed by the massive collections in the museum. Some artworks are arranged in categories based on their medium, time of creation, and themes. Drawing from artists around the world, people can easily find artworks that appeal to them. Art of Ancient Egypt is my personal favorite section. There are numerous fascinating mummies and sarcophaguses, including the coffin of Princess Henuttawy, the cartonnage of Hapi-men, the outer coffin of Governor Dijehutynakht, etc. The museum also has some false doors collections, which is a carved representations of a doorway that were believed to allow a person’s spirits to cross from the tomb to the afterlife. The reconstructed Egyptian beadnet dresses are one of the most impressive collections in the museum for me. All 7000+ beads were painstakingly put back together by the curators. I was surprised to see the pioneer of high fashion in this rich civilization.

First time here and will definitely be back the exhibits are spectacular

Give yourself 6 hours and work in lunch onsite which was also great

It's like a journey through time and cultures all under one roof. The sheer variety of art on display, from ancient Egyptian artifacts to contemporary masterpieces, is mind-blowing. The European paintings section is like a who's who of art history, and the impressionist collection left me in awe. But what I really appreciate is that it's not just a stuffy, hands-off experience; you can get up close and personal with some of the pieces. The museum's size can be a bit overwhelming, so plan to spend some quality time there. Plus, the courtyard is a lovely spot to take a breather. If you're in Boston and have an ounce of appreciation for art, this place is a must-visit.

The MFA is an GREAT museum. One forgets how many great pieces it holds. We went for the Turner exhibit but ended up spending 6 hours wandering the many rooms in the museum.

Two criticisms.
While the museum has some great pieces, they are scattered though out the building like Easter eggs. So, while it is exciting to come upon three Picassos or a lovely Matisse , if you don't know where to look, and the maps, guides and signage will not help you. So, even after spending 6 hours there you leave with the feeling you missed something.

The Turner exhibit was disappointing. Not what you would expect from a world class museum. The phrase 'Where's The Beef?" comes to mind. If you have studied Turner, or just are familiar with his work, you will be asking where are the other paintings? If this is your introduction to Turner you will walk away with a very underwhelming introduction to a very important artist.

A nice reverie on a chilly November afternoon. I was able to think and read and sit quietly for 30 minutes sort of floating, comfortable, no pressure.

I'm the one Bostonian who isn't the biggest fan of this museum, and I feel awful about it! I really want to love this spot, but the layout is confusing and doesn't feel intuitive at all. I realized that's partly because they split up continents between floors, so you end up thinking you've seen all the have to offer for Europe, only to go upstairs to a whole other collection. I can see how that might be exciting for some, but I find it a challenge to understand how it's laid out and why.

Experience in other museums includes extensive time in the Met, the Louvre, Musee d'Orsay, the Isabella Stewart Gardner, V&A, British Museum, Museum of Literature in Dublin, the Harvard art museums, the Getty and Getty Villa, and the Tate Modern, among many others, so I'm not a museum neophyte, and I like all kinds of museums worldwide. I just don't think this one is for me.

I do think other museum-goers may benefit from the scattered feeling, as if they're finding something new and fun around each corner. I find it frustrating.

That said, I have heard their special exhibits are wonderful, and I ought to give this place another chance when an exhibit of interest arrives.

Great art museum. It can be seemed complete in a couple of hours, but I guess it could be better enjoyed if you go on a tour of a specific part. The eating patio was great. The shop is good too.

This is one of the US's fine museums. Its collection of American / New England art is unmatched. Its European (especially Impressionist and Dutch), Asian, Egyptian collections are also very good. However, the museum has started bowing to wokeism by interspersing works of a completely different type and sort into what were satisfyingly unified theme galleries to provide token representation of under-represented groups. The special exhibits have increasingly focused on such groups, which is fine in and of itself, but when the quality of the art clearly is no longer a determining factor, has its drawbacks.

This is a worthwhile museum. A huge, wonderful museum. But there are some things you need to know about me. First of all, I’ve lived in NYC the last few years, and honestly, I’m biased because there is no place better (in my opinion) for museums. Secondly, I’m really tired of European art.

It is expansive, covering many subject areas, but not quite as expansive as the MET. Another thing about this: first, initial time in New York is shaded by the fact the tourists are mostly still gone. So when people start showing up in droves, I feel weird. Second, the MET is a much larger space, with more varied architecture, while MFA is more closed in, so it seems even more crowded. MFA was so crowded on the Saturday I went that I put my airpods in and played jazz in order to tune out the cacophony.

One thing this museum is definitely good for is seeing/learning about art featuring colonial times/founding fathers. So while it’s not my style, it’s a great spot to explore prior to a colonial tour or walking the Freedom Trail. There are not only paintings, but artifacts and colonial furnishings.

There is a very broad Egyptian section that rivals the MET.

There is also a very cool modern art section. A lot of black, indigenous, and brown creators. Also some pieces on environmentalism, LGBTQ. I enjoyed all of these and like how they weren’t presented as an afterthought.

A lot of Dutch and early American art. A lot of early Christian art, reminiscent of the MET cloisters. Not my style, but if you like these things, there is a ton of it, and you could spend all day here.

A few period rooms, but Philadelphia does it better.

Tickets are 25 dollars for non-members. When I went, a ton of people were waiting in a long line around the block, to buy tickets on site. I don’t get this, as there was NO line for people who had bought tickets online. I walked straight in with no wait and had bought mine less than a week ahead of time, with no restrictions. Why were people not doing this to avoid the line?

TLDR: big, expansive, can spend all day. Some BIPOC and modern art, but mostly early American/European art. Good for learning about colonial New England. Worth the price, but crowded on the weekends. Buy tickets online to avoid the line onsite.

We guessed that with all the oil/gas money in Houston, they'd have a good art museum and we were right. It is spread across 3 buildings, with underground passageways between them. The entrance isn't well marked but it's in the Beck Building under the portico. We spent most of our time in the Beck and some in the Kinder. Beck is a classic art museum with some outstanding works, well signed and big. We visited a few rooms on the ground floor of the Kinder (contemporary) and had lunch at their cafeteria.
If we had more time, we'd have come back another day.

Fabulous collection of Dutch and Flemish masters, as well as the impressionist. And, most important, a magnificent collection of Egyptian and Mesopotamian/Babilonian arts. We also found a rare collection of musical instruments from the 14, 15 and 16 centuries A. C. Simply delightfull. We spent three happy hours walking around the different expositions in the museum.

Fine museum costs around $25 for entry and there are some fine exhibits especially the Egyptian area.

The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston can hold its own with any of the big city places. It has a super collection with multiple offerings from the likes of Van Gogh, Picasso, Millet, Pollack, Rodin etc. The art from places outside Europe and America seemed to be just as impressive; we just don’t know as much about it.
Like all major museums, expect a bit of trouble getting around without getting turned around. The maps help, but it doesn’t take much to miss a room and then a whole section. More info on rooms at entryways which go with maps would help. It does have plenty of restrooms, nice shopping areas and two restaurant choice that are above average for the museums we’ve visited elsewhere. We didn’t take in any of their special exhibitions and lasted a bit over a half day before we had to call it quits. A return trip to finish is likely in the works.

Museum very complete and with great interest. It has different themes, which makes it very enjoyable. Highly recommended.
We coincided with an impressive Van Goth exhibition.

Refreshingly organized and curated. I’ve been to so many dense fine art museums that literally give me headaches because of how small the galleries are and the tightness of the pieces.

As a member, I go to the MFA frequently. This time it was for the Sargent and Fashion exhibit. The exhibit is phenomenal… beautifully arranged in four spacious rooms, not crowded, perfect lighting and superb collection of Sargent’s most famous paintings as well as stellar display of the Gilded Age costumes favored by his models. I was thrilled to see his superb “The Man in the Red Coat” (Dr.Pozzi at Home) from the Armand Hammer”s Collection because I recently read the book by Julian Barnes about Dr.Samuel Pozzi, who was a prominent French surgeon and pioneer in the field of gynecology.

The exhibit presents many paintings from the private collections as well as Sargent’s stellar portrait of Lady Agnew of Lochnaw from the National Gallery of Scotland.

Don’t miss this marvelous exhibit at the MFA.

One of the most wonderful museums I’ve ever visited. I’ve been several times and each time I’m drawn to something new. Plan to spend a whole day to see the entire exhibit.

I have visited this museum several times now to enjoy the different rotating exhibits. Currently they have a Jackson Pollock mural along with a large mural by Katharina Grosse. There is also a fascinating traveling exhibit on Ancient Nubia. I knew very little about this but learned so much, and now my curiosity is sparked to further my education.

The permanent exhibits are very extensive and really are hard to see in one visit. They do have a flyer telling you where the 12 or so must see pieces are located which helps.

They have a great cafeteria style snack bar downstairs for quicker lunches, and you can eat inside or in the garden if weather permits. This is a nice break while visiting the museum. I highly recommend making this a destination while in Boston.

A good collection, if limited. Virtually no Italian renaissance (though lots of the Northern equivalent), but some gobsmacking Sargents (had to be dragged away from Mrs. Fiske Warren and Her Daughter), a good handful of superb Rembrandts, and excellent Impressionists. Their Vermeer was on loan to Amsterdam (where I saw it!). The Greek ceramics are terrific, and the East is reasonably well served. If you get Cy Twombly, this is the place to go.
Navigation is challenging, and curation a bit odd - you won't find all the Rembrandts together - but it's just about world class. A good look takes 2 days.

It's so beautiful and attractive place. So, much to see I spent 3 hours still could not see enough. Such an amazing place of art. I love the European Paintings and sculptures the most. The work on canvas was stunning and breathtaking. Superb work of creativity and imagination.

Great art work, take your time to see everything, very nice environment, the second floor restaurant however was very rude said they could not serve people because of a private event, but they had noth8ng posted

My wife and I decided to celebrate our wedding anniversary at the museum. Such a beautiful experience. Especially loved the European art section.

This beautiful art museum is an absolute must-see in Boston, with a breathtaking variety of wonderful exhibits. There was also a temporary exhibit on mindfulness and one on how art withstands the tests of time, and the Bouchra Khalili exhibit especially was outstanding. This museum also offers studio classes, as well as films, music, and performance art. The staff are friendly and helpful, and the museum is well-organized so you can't get lost accidentally. The building itself is a work of art.

The architecture, garden, paintings and sculptures are amazing. The reading rooms are so amazing with the long wooden tables and barrel vaulted ceiings.

I was gifted a membership here and have fully taken advantage of it. With the membership you can walk right in anytime. It is big enough that you can take a couple days and do a few exhibits at a time without burning out running around. They host special events and exhibits here which are worth going to. I went to a Turkish film festival here that was fun and also the Basquiat hip hop movement exhibit.

I suggest walking around for a few hours and then wandering down the street to Tatte cafe and bakery for a bite to eat.

To get here via public transport I take the Green line, you can get off at either Northwestern University or the Museum of Fine arts stops as the museum is right between them. You will either need a prepaid card or have purchased your subway ticket before hand because their is no where to buy tickets at the MFA station.

I had an appointment in the Morse Study room to see some works on paper. The staff was very accommodating! I love this museum. It's easy to navigate, the collection is outstanding, and the placards are informative. My one disappointment is the cafe - it's so high priced you can't afford to bring your family.

In a city where history lives on every block, the Museum of Fine Arts ties the city's different eras together.

In addition, artworks from, across the world have found their way into the museum's showcases. From ancient Egyptian pharaoh's tombs to modern French Impressionism, the museum is laid for easy walking.

When we attempted to pay for our tickets they swiped my wife's Discover card and then told us they don't take Discover. Next, I used my credit card to pay for both tickets totalling $68. Next, we both got our credt card statements they did charge my wife's Discover card $68 after the ticket agent lied and stole our money. Never trust this organization.

This is a MUST place to visit once in Boston!
The quilt exhibition was amazing and very educational.
COVID -wise, it is recommended to reserve tickets in advance

Huge museum with many wings for different geographies - Europe, South America, etc. Large Egyptian section with mummies and artifacts from past excavations (Museum and local university were strategic partners with Egypt for preserving ancient sites so MFA has a sizeable collection.) Great special exhibits. Weekends are busy - there was a line out the door. You can order tickets online ahead of time and bypass the line. Ubers/Lyfts/taxis can drop off near the front entrance. Green line T station is super close. Emerald Necklace (adjacent park/green space) nearby if you want to stroll outdoors afterwards. We did get a little lost trying to exit the museum...

Great museum with some amazing works and a beautiful building. Easy to get to via public transport. Nice to have the cafeteria in the basement to skip the restaurant lines.

MOFA has a huge collection of beautiful and interesting art, from all different eras and regions of the world.
The special exhibits are always nice.
The recent John Wilson exhibit was an amazing revelation (am embarrassed to admit I had not seen his work previously). The current exhibit- Van Gogh Roulin family portrait is impressive

Love going back every now & again to see different sections, at a leisurely pace.

The Museum of Fine Arts Boston is spectacular. Give yourself at least three hours or even more. The American collection will take your breath away. Honestly, everything will. From contemporary to ancient art it is all there.

The only problems is the map at the museum and the museum interior signs are pretty worthless. You never know where you are. Staff/volunteers are few and far between. Make sure you go to the information center and get clear instructions to where you want to go and the highlights you want to see.

Incredible collection
one could easily spend days here and not see everything
one whole room of Monet

It takes at least three hours to do this justice. We did not have reservations and you can show up and get in with the quick ticketing. With such a big crowd getting in, I thought it would be crowded in the galleries but it wasn't, even at the renowned paintings. If you like French impressionists the museum has an extensive collection, especially Monet, and many others. The African and modern art sections were interesting. We only saw a fraction

Simply the best museum in Boston. So much to see and visit. We especially loved the Greek renaissance period and colonial New England exhibition. We will return

My two favorite exhibits from today..,the one of miniatures and the woodblock prints of Provincetown MA.
To my surprise, the museum was not especially crowded. Many helpful volunteers around to provide directions.
I used my public library discount pass--cant stomach a $27 admission charge, so I reserved the pass ahead of time and adults were $10 each.

It was really nice to spend time.
Boston itself is very special, but it was even better to be able to spend leisurely time at the art museum there.
I felt comfortable and happy because of the comfort of the space.

Large, sprawling museum with a nice collection, including a large collection of Egyptian art and artifacts. Multiple places to eat here. Current admission: $27 for adults ( no senior citizen discount). Great for a day with inclement weather.

Absolutely gorgeou, a must-see for any visitor in Boston! I could have spent several days exploring the MFA. So many fantastic galleries to explore and all beautifully curated.

The price of entry is scandalous. This might be because I'm European and get into far superior museums for free or a small fee. The exhibits aren't bad. I get this is the US, so they can only really obtain European cast offs, and therefore are poor imitations of far superior collections in Europe...so why not do more to make American art more prominent, and try to justify the entry fee.
The Egyptian exhibit was quite good, some very interesting pieces obtained from excavations in Giza.

You need two days to see it all I would think so your not rushing or one long day. They have wonderful exhibits. All the egyptian areas since harvard school was involved in some of those first digs is so cool.

My entry ticket to the museum was free as part of Bank of America's Museums on US. I did pay to view the Quilt Exhibit. I bought my ticket on the day I visited and did the quilt exhibit at the start of my visit.

As expected, the museum was quite busy on Saturday morning. There was a short line to get in before they opened, which moved quite quickly once the doors opened. While touring the museum, I encountered 2 drawing classes and 1 children's group sitting in front of an exhibit for a story.

The highlights for me beyond the Quilt Exhibit were the Dutch Doll House and the Monet and Rodin Boston Gallery. I loved seeing Monet's paintings against the black walls.

The museum is easy to get to on public transportation. I had lunch in the cafeteria, which offered a variety of options.

Be sure to visit the Linde Family Wing Bookstore and Shop. It is much larger than the gift shop at the Huntington entrance.

this is a stellar collection spanning most of human art. strengths are American, European, Japanese. good contemporary art and crafts. to see everything in detail will take a day. a very relaxing place to spend that day.

We spent half a day at this museum and it was very nice. The building and the exposition space are worth a visit in themselves. The museum has a very diverse collection, from ancient art to reconstruction of 19th century american houses interiors, sculptures and paintings, all very good. Few rooms are dedicated to the European Impressionists (excellent paintings) but what I loved most were the few rooms dedicated to the American impressionists such as William Chase, Mary Cassatt, Childe Hassam, Frederic Porter Vinton, Frank Benson, Carl Frieseke, Charles Pearce and, especially, John Singer Sargent.

We had timed admission for the special John Singer Sargent show. The show itself was fabulous, but the timed admission was very unsatisfactory. Way too many admitted in each half hour block. As we jockeyed around to see the paintings and read the explanations, many people commented that it was claustrophobic and too hard to really see and enjoy the art. Please, please reform your timed admissions so that only those in that time block are admitted or plan to admit far fewer people in each block, so the experience yields positive, not frustrating, memories.

no reduction for the disabled who, having a few hours of autonomy away from home, are forced to go several times paying a very expensive ticket ... uncivilized and inhumane

The MFA has reopened as of September 26, 2020. However, you need to purchase advance, timed entrance tickets. It is extremely difficult getting the information you need for discounted or free admissions under programs you qualify for. Worse, only a small part of the museum is actually open, at this point mainly the Art of the Americas and two temporary exhibits, a fact the MFA does not publicize before you shell out your $25 per person. Granted, capacity and operations are very difficult during the COVID pandemic. However pleasant browsing the nearly deserted galleries, I would suggest waiting to visit. MFA is not at all eager to welcome visitors at this point! As evidenced by a 2-3 checkpoint gauntlet to enter!

Fantastic Museum! Easy to park and lots of employees, volunteers to help you.
American Art, European, the Hokusai Exhibit, etc - really something for everyone including children.
Enjoyed leisurely walking through the different exhibit areas and had a decent lunch in the Garden Cafe.
Truly enjoyed our visit and will return.

I am so glad we made this a stop while in Boston. I was not sure what to expect and I was not disappointed. I did not buy the tickets for the extra exhibits however there was plenty to see. My husband and I spent about 3 1/2 hours there and were able to see most of the exhibits.

We had a great time exporing the museum. There was a great collection of many periods and artists. Half day event.

Free admission for the teen, and free admission on our return visit within a week (or so) of our initial visit. Beautiful museum, centrally located and with a great mix of periods and even 3 different restaurant options.

Enjoy the current Monet exhibit first as they have timed tickets for this. Then toured the other areas for European and American art as well as the music and Egyptian artifacts. It is well worth a visit.

This is one of the great art museums, up there with NYC Metropolitan and Art Institute of Chicago. Its collection is massive, including some world class masterpieces, such as Renoir's Dance at Bougival, some wonderful American pieces such as by John Singer Sargent, and a great Korean Art section with a charmingly curated mix of very old with surprisingly new. A must-visit for fans of art museums.

We were lucky to arrive while the Hallyu: the Korean Wave special exhibit (separate from the Korean Art section mentioned above) was still up. Especially fun for K-pop fans, fans of K-drama, K-cinema, Squid Game, the OG "hallway fight" from Oldboy, even K-fashion and K-care products and cosmetics. The gift shop sells Nongshim Ramen packets, lol! There's a K-pop dance challenge area. And a wall full of light sticks of various groups. Outside the exhibit there is a wall where visitors are encouraged to pin little colored notes or messages, and it was filled. Lots fun shout-outs and drawings with references to aspects of K-wave, some of them more obscure than others, all of it demonstrating how exciting Korean influence is for many.

We had a late lunch at the New American Cafe and that went very well. Will be reviewing that separately.

Although we got a detailed map of the Museum's floors with our tickets, the rambling layout, and often unclear room numbering, was detrimental to really enjoying our visit. Certainly, to see the entire museum properly one needs a full day, or maybe two or three. The exhibition rooms we did see contained some amazing treasures (such as the Alyce Morrissey Gallery), but it was just surprisingly difficult to move around within the BFAM in an efficient manner. We finally gave up and left, never having found all the galleries we really wanted to see. We walked over to the nearby Gardner Museum, which was much more accomodating.
Some of the architectural elements of the BFAM building were interesting to see, as was the huge Chihuly glass sculpture in the Shapiro Courtyard.
As for parking, the garage on the west side, across Museum Road, was very convenient and easy to get in to and out of.

A wonderful museum to spend the hours when there is bad weather. Ancient Asia and Greece are well represented. The period American rooms capture early furniture and decoration. European greats such as Monet well represented. We were surprised that only our own energy kept us from spending more time there. Thank you for the well-done museum and the expert care of the artifacts not found in many European museums.

A must see in Boston. With the appointment system they have, the museum has just enough people so that you can see the displays without having to either block someone's view or viceversa.

I am a member of this museum. It’s will worth the price . The staff is welcoming and makes you feel like you belong . They also go above and beyond if you need something . Parking is next door and plenty of it at an additional cost . You get a discount if you’re a member. They have restaurants wand cafes inside the food is delicious and bit pricey but good . You can get to the museum on the green line and get off at the stop that says museum of art .

Has some Picassos and Monets but they wanna charge $30 extra for Van Gogh? Pass. $28 admission is so steep when other better museums are cheaper and even free! Not even that big of a museum.

The Egyptian exhibit was as good as the one in Cairo. And the traveling exhibit of the Obama Portraits was a bonus to see.

Easily one of the best art museums in the world-- it has an entire room of Monets with other French contemporaries lining the hallway outside-- treasure after treasure, including very significant early American revolutionary-era works. The layout is a bit confusing but stick to the map or your phone and keep track of where you've been. Very clean, well-run and administered museum. Nice break for career vets too. I'd make this an annual visit if I was able.

Our family spent over six hours here, and the adults as well as the teens enjoyed it very much so. Elementary aged children were having fun locating items on their hunt list, as the docents were especially enticing. Wonderful!

This is the sort of large museum you expect in a major city, and as such it has a wide ranging collection of all sorts of art and artifacts. Of particular interest we thought was the American wing, containing a bunch of stunning Sargents and some incredible Winslow Homers. It was disappointing to see much of the collection hung salon style, with tall walls covered top to bottom with massed paintings, making them difficult to see well, and also hard to sort through because the labels are grouped together in the corner. This section included works by Innes, Cole, Durand, Bierstadt, and other pretty major artists who probably deserve to have their pictures hung at eye level.
We walked quickly through many of the other sections, all of which were well worth visiting. However, when we tried to get to the special exhibit section we wasted a lot of time trying to find the way there. Oddly, there seemed to be very few security personnel who could guide you around, and we ended up going to the entrance to ask the guy there how to find the special exhibits. He commented that it was "a little tricky" but got us on the way. Perhaps the funniest thing was an elevator more or less situated under the special exhibits that had a sign saying something to the effect of "this doesn't go to the special exhibits" but offering no hint at all how to get there!

We have a young teen who loves anything to do with ancient civilizations, so we came to look at the ancient Greek, Roman and Egyptian sections.

I hate to say it, but I found these sections were set up for academics or art afficionados rather than families. Hundreds of pieces of pottery all displayed in glass cases, with long-winded texts in small print. Other museums we've been to with similar displays make you feel like you're walking back in time, and they focus on telling a story.

I felt that MOFA Boston was high on quantity, but has a lot of room for improvement on quality of display if they want to make art accessible to younger audiences.