Parent / Family
Make arrival, move-in, safety, daily-life and housing decisions easier without losing the next action.
Start with Parent and family visit · Move in and live here · Arrive from out of town
BU CAMPUS CHEAT SHEET
BU campus answers for buildings, parking, travel and daily life
Start with who you are and what you are trying to accomplish. The 100 researched answers stay intact, while the interactive views reorder them for parents, students and renters, buyers, borrowers, investors, faculty and staff, and owners or sellers, with an appropriate next action always visible.
100 researched questions·20 official source endpoints·10 reviewed community signals
CHOOSE YOUR VIEW
Same campus. Different objective.
Pick the reason you are here. Each view moves the most useful campus tasks first and keeps the next housing or planning action visible.Student / Renter
Solve the daily routine first: where to go, how to get there, what is nearby and how a rental fits the schedule.
Start with Daily student shortcuts · Get around campus · Eat and recharge
Buyer
Judge a home by the exact campus destination, real commute, parking and property-tour sequence before deciding what is worth seeing.
Start with Tour campus or homes · Move in and live here · Park without guessing
Borrower / Financing
Keep the campus and property context attached while moving from a housing choice into monthly-cost and financing review.
Start with Tour campus or homes · Move in and live here · Arrive from out of town
Investor
Evaluate a property around real campus access and student routines without treating proximity as proof of demand, rent or returns.
Start with Tour campus or homes · Get around campus · Move in and live here
Faculty / Staff
Plan the work commute, parking, transit and relocation around the exact campus building and the schedule that matters.
Start with Find a building · Park without guessing · Get around campus
Owner / Seller
Understand how the property connects to campus and daily routines before deciding whether to hold, rent or sell—without guessing value.
Start with Tour campus or homes · Get around campus · Park without guessing
Find a building
Where is the George Sherman Union?
Use George Sherman Union, 775 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA as the exact destination. Open the official BU map to confirm the building and entrance context, then route there from your current location.
- Destination
- George Sherman Union, 775 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA
How do I get to Mugar Memorial Library?
Use Mugar Memorial Library, Boston University as the exact destination. Open the official BU map to confirm the building and entrance context, then route there from your current location.
- Destination
- Mugar Memorial Library, Boston University
Where is Questrom School of Business?
Use Rafik B. Hariri Building, 595 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA as the exact destination. Open the official BU map to confirm the building and entrance context, then route there from your current location.
- Destination
- Rafik B. Hariri Building, 595 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA
Where is the College of Communication?
Use College of Communication, Boston University as the exact destination. Open the official BU map to confirm the building and entrance context, then route there from your current location.
- Destination
- College of Communication, Boston University
How do I find the College of Engineering?
Use Boston University College of Engineering as the exact destination. Open the official BU map to confirm the building and entrance context, then route there from your current location.
- Destination
- Boston University College of Engineering
Where is the College of Fine Arts?
Use Boston University College of Fine Arts as the exact destination. Open the official BU map to confirm the building and entrance context, then route there from your current location.
- Destination
- Boston University College of Fine Arts
Where is the admissions visitor center?
Use Boston University Admissions Reception Center as the exact destination. Open the official BU map to confirm the building and entrance context, then route there from your current location.
- Destination
- Boston University Admissions Reception Center
How do I get to Agganis Arena?
Use Agganis Arena, Boston MA as the exact destination. Open the official BU map to confirm the building and entrance context, then route there from your current location.
- Destination
- Agganis Arena, Boston MA
Where is Nickerson Field?
Use Nickerson Field, Boston University as the exact destination. Open the official BU map to confirm the building and entrance context, then route there from your current location.
- Destination
- Nickerson Field, Boston University
How do I reach the Medical Campus?
Use Boston University Medical Campus as the exact destination. Open the official BU map to confirm the building and entrance context, then route there from your current location.
- Destination
- Boston University Medical Campus
Park without guessing
Where can a visitor park near BU?
Start with Kenmore Lot O, 549 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA for this parking question. Visitor eligibility, hours, rates, event restrictions and space availability can change, so confirm the official BU parking details before relying on it.
- Destination
- Kenmore Lot O, 549 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA
Where should I park for East Campus?
Start with Kenmore Lot O, 549 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA for this parking question. Visitor eligibility, hours, rates, event restrictions and space availability can change, so confirm the official BU parking details before relying on it.
- Destination
- Kenmore Lot O, 549 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA
Where should I park for Central Campus?
Start with Warren Towers Garage, 700 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA for this parking question. Visitor eligibility, hours, rates, event restrictions and space availability can change, so confirm the official BU parking details before relying on it.
- Destination
- Warren Towers Garage, 700 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA
Where should I park for West Campus?
Start with Langsam Garage, Boston University for this parking question. Visitor eligibility, hours, rates, event restrictions and space availability can change, so confirm the official BU parking details before relying on it.
- Destination
- Langsam Garage, Boston University
Can I park at Kenmore Lot O today?
Start with Kenmore Lot O, 549 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA for this parking question. Visitor eligibility, hours, rates, event restrictions and space availability can change, so confirm the official BU parking details before relying on it.
- Destination
- Kenmore Lot O, 549 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA
Which BU garages have height limits?
Start with Boston University visitor parking garages for this parking question. Visitor eligibility, hours, rates, event restrictions and space availability can change, so confirm the official BU parking details before relying on it.
- Destination
- Boston University visitor parking garages
Where is accessible visitor parking?
Start with accessible parking near Boston University for this parking question. Visitor eligibility, hours, rates, event restrictions and space availability can change, so confirm the official BU parking details before relying on it.
- Destination
- accessible parking near Boston University
Where can I park overnight near BU?
Start with Langsam Garage, Boston University for this parking question. Visitor eligibility, hours, rates, event restrictions and space availability can change, so confirm the official BU parking details before relying on it.
- Destination
- Langsam Garage, Boston University
Does Fenway event parking change BU access?
Start with Kenmore Lot O, 549 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA for this parking question. Visitor eligibility, hours, rates, event restrictions and space availability can change, so confirm the official BU parking details before relying on it.
- Destination
- Kenmore Lot O, 549 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA
Where can I drop someone off near their building?
Start with Boston University campus building drop off for this parking question. Visitor eligibility, hours, rates, event restrictions and space availability can change, so confirm the official BU parking details before relying on it.
- Destination
- Boston University campus building drop off
Ride the T or shuttle
Which Green Line stop is closest to my BU building?
Use Boston University Green Line B stops as the route target. Compare walking, MBTA and the BU Shuttle with current service information before leaving.
- Destination
- Boston University Green Line B stops
Where does the BU Shuttle stop?
Use Boston University Shuttle stops as the route target. Compare walking, MBTA and the BU Shuttle with current service information before leaving.
- Destination
- Boston University Shuttle stops
How do I get from Charles River Campus to Medical Campus?
Use Boston University Medical Campus as the route target. Compare walking, MBTA and the BU Shuttle with current service information before leaving.
- Destination
- Boston University Medical Campus
How do I get from East Campus to West Campus?
Use Boston University West Campus as the route target. Compare walking, MBTA and the BU Shuttle with current service information before leaving.
- Destination
- Boston University West Campus
Can I use the BU Shuttle as a visitor?
Use Boston University Shuttle as the route target. Compare walking, MBTA and the BU Shuttle with current service information before leaving.
- Destination
- Boston University Shuttle
Where is the closest Bluebikes station?
Use Bluebikes near Boston University as the route target. Compare walking, MBTA and the BU Shuttle with current service information before leaving.
- Destination
- Bluebikes near Boston University
How do I reach Kenmore from campus?
Use Kenmore Station, Boston MA as the route target. Compare walking, MBTA and the BU Shuttle with current service information before leaving.
- Destination
- Kenmore Station, Boston MA
What is the easiest route during bad weather?
Use Boston University indoor destination as the route target. Compare walking, MBTA and the BU Shuttle with current service information before leaving.
- Destination
- Boston University indoor destination
Which transit stop is best with luggage?
Use Boston University transit stop as the route target. Compare walking, MBTA and the BU Shuttle with current service information before leaving.
- Destination
- Boston University transit stop
How do I get home after a late class?
Use Boston University late night transportation as the route target. Compare walking, MBTA and the BU Shuttle with current service information before leaving.
- Destination
- Boston University late night transportation
Eat and recharge
What food is open near me right now?
Search around Boston University dining open now. BU Dining’s live “open now” information is the authority for campus-operated dining; nearby external results are discovery only.
- Destination
- Boston University dining open now
Where can I get coffee before class?
Search around coffee near Boston University. BU Dining’s live “open now” information is the authority for campus-operated dining; nearby external results are discovery only.
- Destination
- coffee near Boston University
Where is food near the GSU?
Search around George Sherman Union food court. BU Dining’s live “open now” information is the authority for campus-operated dining; nearby external results are discovery only.
- Destination
- George Sherman Union food court
Where can a parent and student sit down for dinner?
Search around restaurants near Boston University. BU Dining’s live “open now” information is the authority for campus-operated dining; nearby external results are discovery only.
- Destination
- restaurants near Boston University
Where can I find late-night food?
Search around late night food near Boston University. BU Dining’s live “open now” information is the authority for campus-operated dining; nearby external results are discovery only.
- Destination
- late night food near Boston University
Where are vegan options on campus?
Search around vegan dining Boston University. BU Dining’s live “open now” information is the authority for campus-operated dining; nearby external results are discovery only.
- Destination
- vegan dining Boston University
Where are halal options on campus?
Search around halal dining Boston University. BU Dining’s live “open now” information is the authority for campus-operated dining; nearby external results are discovery only.
- Destination
- halal dining Boston University
Where can I use dining points?
Search around Boston University dining locations. BU Dining’s live “open now” information is the authority for campus-operated dining; nearby external results are discovery only.
- Destination
- Boston University dining locations
Where is the closest grocery store?
Search around grocery store near Boston University. BU Dining’s live “open now” information is the authority for campus-operated dining; nearby external results are discovery only.
- Destination
- grocery store near Boston University
Where can I grab food on the way to a property tour?
Search around restaurants near Boston University. BU Dining’s live “open now” information is the authority for campus-operated dining; nearby external results are discovery only.
- Destination
- restaurants near Boston University
Move in and live here
Where is Warren Towers?
Use Warren Towers, 700 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA as the residence or check-in target. Confirm the assigned building, current check-in instructions and any move-in access rules before traveling.
- Destination
- Warren Towers, 700 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA
Where is West Campus housing?
Use West Campus Residences, Boston University as the residence or check-in target. Confirm the assigned building, current check-in instructions and any move-in access rules before traveling.
- Destination
- West Campus Residences, Boston University
Where is Student Village?
Use Student Village, Boston University as the residence or check-in target. Confirm the assigned building, current check-in instructions and any move-in access rules before traveling.
- Destination
- Student Village, Boston University
Where are the South Campus residences?
Use South Campus Boston University residences as the residence or check-in target. Confirm the assigned building, current check-in instructions and any move-in access rules before traveling.
- Destination
- South Campus Boston University residences
Where is Kilachand Hall?
Use Kilachand Hall, 91 Bay State Road, Boston MA as the residence or check-in target. Confirm the assigned building, current check-in instructions and any move-in access rules before traveling.
- Destination
- Kilachand Hall, 91 Bay State Road, Boston MA
Where is Myles Standish Hall?
Use Myles Standish Hall, Boston University as the residence or check-in target. Confirm the assigned building, current check-in instructions and any move-in access rules before traveling.
- Destination
- Myles Standish Hall, Boston University
Where do I pick up residence keys?
Use Boston University residence check-in as the residence or check-in target. Confirm the assigned building, current check-in instructions and any move-in access rules before traveling.
- Destination
- Boston University residence check-in
Where should we unload for move-in?
Use Boston University move-in unloading as the residence or check-in target. Confirm the assigned building, current check-in instructions and any move-in access rules before traveling.
- Destination
- Boston University move-in unloading
What is near my residence hall?
Use Boston University residence hall as the residence or check-in target. Confirm the assigned building, current check-in instructions and any move-in access rules before traveling.
- Destination
- Boston University residence hall
How do I compare an apartment route with a residence hall?
Use Boston University residence hall as the residence or check-in target. Confirm the assigned building, current check-in instructions and any move-in access rules before traveling.
- Destination
- Boston University residence hall
Arrive from out of town
How do I get from Logan Airport to BU?
This route is set from Boston Logan International Airport to George Sherman Union, 775 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA. Open live directions to compare the current transit or driving route before you leave.
- Destination
- George Sherman Union, 775 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA
How do I get from South Station to BU?
This route is set from South Station, Boston MA to George Sherman Union, 775 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA. Open live directions to compare the current transit or driving route before you leave.
- Destination
- George Sherman Union, 775 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA
How do I get from Back Bay Station to BU?
This route is set from Back Bay Station, Boston MA to George Sherman Union, 775 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA. Open live directions to compare the current transit or driving route before you leave.
- Destination
- George Sherman Union, 775 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA
Which hotel is closest to the BU building I need?
Use hotels near Boston University as the destination, add the exact terminal, station or hotel you are leaving from, and open live directions before departure.
- Destination
- hotels near Boston University
How do I get from my hotel to campus?
Use Boston University as the destination, add the exact terminal, station or hotel you are leaving from, and open live directions before departure.
- Destination
- Boston University
Where should a rideshare drop me off?
Use Boston University campus destination as the destination, add the exact terminal, station or hotel you are leaving from, and open live directions before departure.
- Destination
- Boston University campus destination
How long should I allow before an admissions tour?
Use Boston University Admissions Reception Center as the destination, add the exact terminal, station or hotel you are leaving from, and open live directions before departure.
- Destination
- Boston University Admissions Reception Center
Where can I store or manage luggage near campus?
Use luggage storage near Boston University as the destination, add the exact terminal, station or hotel you are leaving from, and open live directions before departure.
- Destination
- luggage storage near Boston University
How do I plan an airport-to-property-tour route?
Use Boston University as the destination, add the exact terminal, station or hotel you are leaving from, and open live directions before departure.
- Destination
- Boston University
What is the easiest return route to Logan?
This route is set from George Sherman Union, 775 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston MA to Boston Logan International Airport. Open live directions to compare the current transit or driving route before you leave.
- Destination
- Boston Logan International Airport
Tour campus or homes
Where should our BU visit begin?
Use Boston University Admissions Reception Center as the anchor for this visit. Add each campus stop or property in the order you plan to see it, then compare live travel between stops.
- Destination
- Boston University Admissions Reception Center
How do we tour East, Central and West Campus?
Use Boston University campus as the anchor for this visit. Add each campus stop or property in the order you plan to see it, then compare live travel between stops.
- Destination
- Boston University campus
Can we visit a residence hall and nearby apartments?
Use Boston University residence hall as the anchor for this visit. Add each campus stop or property in the order you plan to see it, then compare live travel between stops.
- Destination
- Boston University residence hall
What properties are easiest to reach from my student’s building?
Use Boston University as the anchor for this visit. Add each campus stop or property in the order you plan to see it, then compare live travel between stops.
- Destination
- Boston University
How should we order several property showings?
Use Boston University as the anchor for this visit. Add each campus stop or property in the order you plan to see it, then compare live travel between stops.
- Destination
- Boston University
Where can we meet the Realtor without circling for parking?
Use Boston University visitor parking as the anchor for this visit. Add each campus stop or property in the order you plan to see it, then compare live travel between stops.
- Destination
- Boston University visitor parking
What should we see between campus and a showing?
Use Boston University as the anchor for this visit. Add each campus stop or property in the order you plan to see it, then compare live travel between stops.
- Destination
- Boston University
Where can we stop for coffee during a property tour?
Use coffee near Boston University as the anchor for this visit. Add each campus stop or property in the order you plan to see it, then compare live travel between stops.
- Destination
- coffee near Boston University
How do we compare evening travel from a property?
Use Boston University as the anchor for this visit. Add each campus stop or property in the order you plan to see it, then compare live travel between stops.
- Destination
- Boston University
Can I send this itinerary to my family or Realtor?
Use Boston University as the anchor for this visit. Add each campus stop or property in the order you plan to see it, then compare live travel between stops.
- Destination
- Boston University
Health and safety
Where is Student Health Services?
Use Boston University Student Health Services as the location target and follow the linked BU health or safety resource for current service information. Call 911 for an emergency.
- Destination
- Boston University Student Health Services
Where is the closest pharmacy?
Use pharmacy near Boston University as the location target and follow the linked BU health or safety resource for current service information. Call 911 for an emergency.
- Destination
- pharmacy near Boston University
Where is the nearest urgent care?
Use urgent care near Boston University as the location target and follow the linked BU health or safety resource for current service information. Call 911 for an emergency.
- Destination
- urgent care near Boston University
Where is the nearest hospital emergency department?
Use emergency room near Boston University as the location target and follow the linked BU health or safety resource for current service information. Call 911 for an emergency.
- Destination
- emergency room near Boston University
How do I contact BU Police?
Use Boston University Police Department as the location target and follow the linked BU health or safety resource for current service information. Call 911 for an emergency.
- Destination
- Boston University Police Department
Where are blue-light emergency phones?
Use Boston University blue light emergency phones as the location target and follow the linked BU health or safety resource for current service information. Call 911 for an emergency.
- Destination
- Boston University blue light emergency phones
What is the safest well-lit walking route?
Use Boston University as the location target and follow the linked BU health or safety resource for current service information. Call 911 for an emergency.
- Destination
- Boston University
Where can I request an accessibility route?
Use Boston University accessible entrance as the location target and follow the linked BU health or safety resource for current service information. Call 911 for an emergency.
- Destination
- Boston University accessible entrance
Where is a quiet place if I feel overwhelmed?
Use quiet space Boston University as the location target and follow the linked BU health or safety resource for current service information. Call 911 for an emergency.
- Destination
- quiet space Boston University
How do I share my route with someone waiting for me?
Use Boston University as the location target and follow the linked BU health or safety resource for current service information. Call 911 for an emergency.
- Destination
- Boston University
Daily student shortcuts
Where can I study between classes?
Use study spaces Boston University as your next stop, then route from where you are standing. Check the linked official source for access, hours or service details that can change.
- Destination
- study spaces Boston University
Which library is closest to my class?
Use Boston University library as your next stop, then route from where you are standing. Check the linked official source for access, hours or service details that can change.
- Destination
- Boston University library
Where can I print near me?
Use printing Boston University as your next stop, then route from where you are standing. Check the linked official source for access, hours or service details that can change.
- Destination
- printing Boston University
Where is FitRec?
Use FitRec, Boston University as your next stop, then route from where you are standing. Check the linked official source for access, hours or service details that can change.
- Destination
- FitRec, Boston University
Where can I get to the Esplanade?
Use Charles River Esplanade near Boston University as your next stop, then route from where you are standing. Check the linked official source for access, hours or service details that can change.
- Destination
- Charles River Esplanade near Boston University
Where is the closest ATM?
Use ATM near Boston University as your next stop, then route from where you are standing. Check the linked official source for access, hours or service details that can change.
- Destination
- ATM near Boston University
Where can I pick up a package?
Use Boston University mail room as your next stop, then route from where you are standing. Check the linked official source for access, hours or service details that can change.
- Destination
- Boston University mail room
Where is the bookstore?
Use Boston University Bookstore as your next stop, then route from where you are standing. Check the linked official source for access, hours or service details that can change.
- Destination
- Boston University Bookstore
How do I avoid being late crossing campus?
Use Boston University as your next stop, then route from where you are standing. Check the linked official source for access, hours or service details that can change.
- Destination
- Boston University
What useful stops are along my walk?
Use Boston University as your next stop, then route from where you are standing. Check the linked official source for access, hours or service details that can change.
- Destination
- Boston University
Parent and family visit
Which hotels does BU list near campus?
Use hotels near Boston University as the anchor for this family visit. Save the hotel, residence and parking stops you need, then reuse them as you move around campus.
- Destination
- hotels near Boston University
Where should I meet my student?
Use George Sherman Union, Boston University as the anchor for this family visit. Save the hotel, residence and parking stops you need, then reuse them as you move around campus.
- Destination
- George Sherman Union, Boston University
Where can we eat before move-in?
Use restaurants near Boston University as the anchor for this family visit. Save the hotel, residence and parking stops you need, then reuse them as you move around campus.
- Destination
- restaurants near Boston University
Where can I buy forgotten move-in supplies?
Use home supplies near Boston University as the anchor for this family visit. Save the hotel, residence and parking stops you need, then reuse them as you move around campus.
- Destination
- home supplies near Boston University
Where is the closest grocery store to the residence?
Use grocery store near Boston University as the anchor for this family visit. Save the hotel, residence and parking stops you need, then reuse them as you move around campus.
- Destination
- grocery store near Boston University
How do I get from the hotel to move-in check-in?
Use Boston University residence check-in as the anchor for this family visit. Save the hotel, residence and parking stops you need, then reuse them as you move around campus.
- Destination
- Boston University residence check-in
Where can I park while helping with move-in?
Use Boston University move-in parking as the anchor for this family visit. Save the hotel, residence and parking stops you need, then reuse them as you move around campus.
- Destination
- Boston University move-in parking
How do I visit campus without a car?
Use Boston University as the anchor for this family visit. Save the hotel, residence and parking stops you need, then reuse them as you move around campus.
- Destination
- Boston University
What can we do near campus after a tour?
Use attractions near Boston University as the anchor for this family visit. Save the hotel, residence and parking stops you need, then reuse them as you move around campus.
- Destination
- attractions near Boston University
How do I save every address for the return trip?
Use Boston University as the anchor for this family visit. Save the hotel, residence and parking stops you need, then reuse them as you move around campus.
- Destination
- Boston University