From US$23 per person
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4.7 / 5 from 3,917 reviews on Viator
- Group size
- Up to 30
- Language
- English
- Rating on Viator
- 4.7 / 5 · 3,917 reviews
About this tour
What better way to see Harvard than through the eyes of a student? Join us for an unforgettable 75-minute student-led walking tour of Harvard University, where history and tradition come alive!
Stretching about a mile, this engaging journey will take you through Harvard's campus while our enthusiastic student guides provide entertaining stories of Harvard's fascinating past as well as their own experiences.
Snap a selfie with the legendary John Harvard statue and marvel at the grandeur of Widener Library—all while experiencing the spirit of one of the world’s most prestigious institutions!
Whether you're a student visiting colleges or a family on vacation, the Harvard Tour is undoubtedly the top way to see Harvard.
PLEASE NOTE: Harvard Yard is closed on August 18th, 21st and 26th, and September 1st, 3rd, and 4th. Tours will run with the same content but with an adapted route.
Accessibility, as stated by the supplier
- Wheelchair accessible
- Wheelchair-accessible surfaces
- Wheelchair-accessible transport
- Stroller accessible
Meeting point: The tour begins right outside of the main Harvard Subway Station next to The Harvard Shop. Look for the managers in the straw hats!.
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Itinerary
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- 1
This is where the tour begins and where Harvard is located.(30 min)
- 2
The whole reason guests are here. The tour will take you throughout the campus of the oldest university in the United States.(25 min)
- 3
One of the top 3 most photographed statues in the United States(15 min)
- 4
The Harvard Art Museums, among the world’s leading art institutions, comprise three museums (the Fogg, Busch-Reisinger, and Arthur M. Sackler Museums) all under one roof.(pass by)
- 5
Tour ends at The Harvard Shop - run by Harvard students!
- 6
Our guide will show you to one of Harvard's most iconic buildings, Memorial Hall. While we won't be able to go inside as a group, the beautiful exterior architecture will still amaze!(15 min)
Know before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Tour route is less than 1 mile
Included
- Free Illustrated Map of Harvard Square
- Written translations in Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Mandarin
- Harvard Student-Led Tours for more Insightful Narrative
- Conclude at The Harvard Shop for Souvenirs - run by Harvard students!
- 70-Minute Guided Walking Tour of Harvard
- See Top Sites including Harvard Square, Harvard Yard, and Science Center & Memorial Hall
Not included
- Gratuities
- Souvenirs (tours conclude at The Harvard Shop)
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Location & contact
- Area
- Boston, Massachusetts
- Meeting point
- The tour begins right outside of the main Harvard Subway Station next to The Harvard Shop. Look for the managers in the straw hats!
- Contact
- The tour operator’s own details aren’t published. Questions about access or your booking go through Viator, which handles the booking and passes your request to the operator.
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