Cambridge Tours, Tickets & Excursions

For anyone thinking of attending Harvard, or for those who simply want a glimpse of college life at the famous university, this tour is a must. Get an exclusive account from current Harvard students, who provide key insights into the life and times at Cambridge with a theatrical, humorous flair. Check out the old buildings at Harvard Yard and Harvard Square and learn about the school’s storied past. Illustrated map of Harvard Square included. Choose from several departure times throughout the day.

Walk the quads of the campus that inspired astronauts, Nobel Peace Prize winners, and famed innovators in just about every discipline on a student-led tour of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Get an inside look on what it’s like to attend the prestigious university and hear real stories about what makes MIT special.

A walking tour of Cambridge is a great way to experience the city from an intimate perspective. With both Harvard University and MIT, Cambridge is full of bookstores, art galleries, and historic buildings, plus fantastic places to eat and drink. Your private guide will tell you stories about this city’s long and important history, and you’ll see places you’d miss on an impersonal group bus 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 opening hours before your visit.

Experience for yourself why Harvard University is one of the most prestigious institutions in the world on this fun 90-minute tour of the campus. A current student will show you around, telling you stories from the university’s long history, giving you an insight into what it’s like to study there now, and taking you to some of the most beautiful historic buildings. Whether you’re a prospective student or simply curious, you’ll learn a lot.

Combine a historical Cambridge tour with an indulgent chocolate tasting on this engaging walking tour. Pick between afternoon and evening departure times, and meet your guide in the center of Cambridge; with a maximum of 15 attendees, this tour guarantees a personal way to explore. See historical Harvard Square and learn about Harvard University’s history. You’ll also enjoy locally made ice cream, will sip chocolate tea, will browse a traditional candy shop, and much more.

Get all the tips and tricks you need to learn to make mouthwatering dumplings while hearing stories about Chinese and Taiwanese cultural food traditions. Why we love this experience • Learn how to roll, stuff, and fold 4-5 styles of dumplings, and sample Taiwanese street food bites • Guest can BYOB and tea bar included • Public classes are held at the historical Windsor Inn, which is the oldest free-standing residence in the central square • Team building, birthday/bachelorette, couples night • Limited free parking on site

Have fun and unleash your inner art critic while exploring Central Square, Cambridge with us. Home to a vibrant public art scene, including iconic Graffiti Alley, a sanctioned graffiti walkway that changes daily, and a variety of impressive large scale murals commissioned by the city from award-winning local talent. Uncover the artists and meaning behind these dynamic murals and enjoy delicious, diverse eats from local independent restaurants including gyoza, specialty granola, buddha bowl, oysters, and unique donuts. Guests are invited to try a mocktail or cocktail on this tour, and it is appropriate for all ages. If you’re lucky, you’ll even get a special tour of a hidden passageway. This fun and informative walk will change the way you think about Cambridge. Our friendly and local guides will take guests along Massachusetts Avenue to uncover the evolution of the area and the ever-increasing importance of self expression. Please bring proof of COVID vaccination.

Discover the highlights of Cambridge’s Harvard Yard—without having to spend hours doing research—thanks to this fun and interactive self-guided exploration game. Smartphone access via an app means there’s no need to waste time picking up equipment, so you can play whenever suits your schedule. Places that feature on the route include Widener Library, Johnston Gate, Holden Chapel, and the Harvard Lampoon Building.

Get to know the oldest institution of higher learning in the United States with a local on this walking tour of the prestigious Harvard University! Alongside your guide, you’ll tour Harvard’s beautiful campus, its sidewalks lined with historic buildings such as the impressive Widener Library – housing over 3.5 million books! – and the more demure but beautiful Memorial Church. Your tour guide will let you in on the history of the university and some lesser-known attractions, like the whispering arch at Sever Hall. Along the way, you might recognize some areas that have been featured in films, including Harvard Yard, the oldest part of the University grounds. After you’ve taken in the gorgeous gothic-style halls and absorbed the busy student life vibe of the campus, we may have some time to end the tour with a visit to Cambridge Common and Harvard Square. From here, you can enjoy shopping, dining, or a lovely walk through the park.

Proof that history is not just for the past! From anti-aging technology to gene-editing, the newest discoveries coming out of Cambridge are building on the historical inventions of things as diverse as woven fire hoses and the microwave oven. Guides from TripAdvisor's #1 attraction in Cambridge will do their best to blow your mind as we invite you to explore the history-makers working in Kendall Square right now. See which of today's cutting-edge discoveries will be in the history books of the future.

Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led scavenger hunt company. Walk to all the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and solving challenges. Work with your team or compete against them, as you learn new facts and create memorable experiences. Let’s Roam Scavenger Hunts are great as an everyday activity, or for bachelorette parties, birthday parties, corporate team building events and more! Each player chooses an interactive role, with challenges varying by person.

Calling all foodies! We'd love to take you on a Food Tour neighborhood adventure in Harvard Square!  Join us for a delicious culinary adventure through historical Harvard Square. You'll hear interesting stories about the Square, learn fun facts about the places we visit, and sample the best and most interesting food around -- and a lot of it. Located right outside of Boston in Cambridge on the Red Line MBTA Train Stop, Harvard Square is home to Harvard University and also has a flourishing food scene with some of the best and most unique food in the city.  Each tour is 2 hours and includes 5 stops with plenty of food and less than a mile of walking. We can't wait to take you on a unique, foodie adventure! While we can accommodate gluten or dairy-free options on our other tours, on this tour there are two stops where gluten or dairy-free substitutions are not available unfortunately.

Taste your way through Union Square, Somerville with this neighborhood food tour. Discover the area that saw the creation of marshmallow fluff and the raising of the first American flag. Walk the streets and stop for delicious tastings at five or six restaurants. Sample a range of local favorites and ethnic delicacies. This tour is suitable for all ages, with alcohol available to guests 21 and over.