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Welcome to Park Plaza Castle, now branded as The Tower, a historic High Victorian armory turned premier event space in the heart of Boston. Located at 130 Columbus Ave., Boston, MA 02116, this iconic venue sits in the Back Bay/area near Longwood Venues, offering a versatile layout across a four-floor configuration and a grand main room known as The Castle. Whether you’re planning a gala, conference, or private celebration, we’ve got you covered with detailed seating options, parking guidance, transit access, and nearby hotel and dining recommendations to make planning effortless.

  • Historic charm meets modern event needs in a single, expansive room and multi-floor layout.
  • Multiple seating configurations to fit your guest list and program—the Castle can host theater, reception, and seated dinner formats.
  • Prime location with easy access to MBTA lines, major bus routes, and convenient parking options nearby.
  • Nearby luxury and boutique hotels ideal for out-of-town guests or VIP attendees, plus curated dining options in walking distance.

Park Plaza Castle is part of Longwood Venues and continues to host large-scale exhibitions, galas, conferences, and private events. Notable historical associations with the Cocoanut Grove era add to the venue’s storied character. The venue was renamed The Tower in 2020 but remains an active, operating historic space with ongoing events.

Seating, access, and planning details below are designed to help you secure your seats without hassle. If you’re coordinating a multi-day or high-profile program, we can assist with vendor recommendations, accessibility considerations, and on-site logistics to ensure a smooth experience from arrival to departure.

Venue Details

  • Address: 130 Columbus Ave., Boston, MA 02116
  • Venue Name (Branding): The Tower at Park Plaza (formerly The Castle at Park Plaza, Park Plaza Castle)
  • Type: Historic High Victorian armory turned event space, part of Longwood Venues
  • Primary Space: The Castle – large single room with flexible configurations
  • Four-floor layout: The Tower features configurable spaces (the first floor and Parlor) with capacities suitable for varied event types
  • Notable history: Hosts large-scale exhibitions, galas, conferences; tied to local landmark history

Seating & Capacity

  • The Castle: up to 1,242 theater-style
  • The Castle: up to 1,000 reception
  • The Castle: up to 530 seated dinner
  • The Tower (first floor): up to 250 theater-style
  • The Tower (Parlor): up to 300 theater-style

Note: All capacity figures are based on current floor-plan configurations and may vary by event setup. We can help you determine the right layout for your guest count and program needs.

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Address: 130 Columbus Ave., Boston, MA 02116.
  • Current branding: The Tower (renamed in 2020); formerly The Castle at Park Plaza and Park Plaza Castle.
  • Venue type: Historic High Victorian armory-turned-event space; part of Longwood Venues, with a large single room (The Castle) and a four-floor layout (The Tower).
  • Seating/chart details: The Castle at Park Plaza capacity figures show 1,242 theater-style, 1,000 reception, and 530 seated dinner; floor-plan pages also show per-floor configurations for The Tower with up to 250 theater-style on the first floor, 300 on the Parlor, adding to overall capacity.
  • Parking: No on-site parking; neighborhood offers thousands of spaces (approx. 6,000+ locally) and venue is often offered with valet; nearby parking garages are available.
  • Transit: Within walking distance of Back Bay/Green Line stops; proximity to multiple MBTA stops (Green Line B/C/D/E, Back Bay area) and nearby bus/train options.
  • Nearby hotels: Boston Park Plaza, Revere Hotel, The Newbury Boston, Four Seasons, and W Hotel are within walking distance.
  • Notable events hosted: Auschwitz Exhibit and other large-scale exhibitions; historically associated with major galas, conferences, and private events; the site is linked to the Cocoanut Grove Fire context in the neighborhood’s history.
  • Renaming/demolition status: The venue was renamed The Tower in 2020; it is not demolished and remains an operating historic venue with ongoing event use.