Harvard Campus Cambridge Self-Guided Walking Tour
With this self-guided audio tour, explore the heart of Harvard University's campus in Cambridge: Harvard Square! This self-guided walking tour covers must-see campus sights like the John Harvard Statue, Widener Library, and former dorms of famous alumni like Bill Gates, Mark Zuckerberg, Natalie Portman, and more. Explore Harvard with maximum flexibility and value.
Here's how it works: Within 30 mins, we'll send you two things: a unique password and an app. Download the app onto your phone, enter the password, and download the tour. When you arrive, go to the first stop, launch the app, and follow the instructions! Stick to our recommended route for the best experience.
No expiration — The tour comes with lifetime validity!
This is not a ticket to attractions along the route. Check covid rules and opening hours before your visit.
ItineraryThis is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Harvard University, 1350 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138-3800
Harvard Yard, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, is the oldest part of the Harvard University campus, its historic center, and modern crossroads.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: John Harvard Statue, Harvard Yard, Cambridge, MA 02138
The centerpiece of Harvard's Yard is the statue of John Harvard... who actually didn't found the university! As we dive into the university's early years, we'll also learn about when and how the all-male college integrated women.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Johnston Gate, 1465-1483 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Welcome to Harvard! Our tour begins at the iconic Johnson Gate, where Harvard freshmen also begin their college experience. We'll make our way into the Yard, which represents the heart of Harvard's campus. Along the way, we'll learn about how Harvard came to be.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Science Center, 1 Oxford St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Our tour continues past two picturesque student dorms - Mower and Holworthy. We'll learn about their significance and then continue to the famed Harvard Science Center.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Memorial Hall, 45 Quincy St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Next up: the imposing High Victorian Gothic Memorial Hall. This is the most beautiful building on campus, without contest.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Memorial Church, 1 Harvard Yard, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Our Harvard tour continues to Memorial Church and into the New Yard. We'll discover some significant Harvard history and sights along the way.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Widener Library, 1 Harvard Yard, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Here we'll admire the gorgeous Widener Library and learn all about the eclectic Wideners.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Weld Hall, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Our tour continues beyond the Library and towards more dorms. First up: Weld Hall, once home to President JFK. As we check out the beautiful architecture, we'll also learn about the dorm's other famous residents.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Wigglesworth Hall, 1279-1299 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Then we continue to Wigglesworth Hall, Bill Gates' once-domain. We'll learn about Gates and other notable alumni who lived in this dorm.
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Grays Hall, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Prefer someone more recent- Gray's Hall was home to Malia Obama.... and a couple other names you're sure to recognize.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Matthews Hall, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
That brings us to Matthews Hall, where Matt Damon once lived!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Straus Hall, 1445-1463 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
And we can't forget Straus Hall, once home to Mark Zuckerberg. And so many others too! Our tour continues through campus, exploring traditions and anecdotes until we're almost back to where we started: Johnson Gate.
Duration: 10 minutes
Informacion Adicional
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Near public transportation"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"No expiration — The tour comes with lifetime validity!"
"Most travelers can participate"
"After booking the tour, please make sure that you have downloaded the app and the tour in advance. For the best experience, we advise doing this while you have a strong internet connection."
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Face masks required for travelers in public areas"
Hora de Inicio:
3/18/2020 - 8/16/2023Monday - Sunday: | 06:00 AM - 11:30 PM |
Duración: 1 Hour
Lugar de comienzo: Harvard Square, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Cancelaciones y devoluciones:
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.