Cambridge tours, things to do and tickets

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.

Climb aboard a unique amphibious vehicle and discover Boston from a different perspective. The World War II-style “Duck” travels on land and water and takes you along historic streets and into the Charles River on an 80-minute tour of the city.

Explore Harvard University, located near Boston, on a guided walking tour. Stroll through the campus with a current student, learn about the USA's oldest university, and see its notable landmarks.

Climb aboard a hop-on hop-off trolley and discover the wonders of Boston as you tour around the city. Hop off at 14 stops throughout Boston with over 100 points of interest with a 1 or 2-day ticket.

Take a tour of MIT with an enthusiastic student. Learn about the cutting-edge research in math, science and technology on a 1 hour 10-minute tour.

Experience the diversity of Boston, from Bunker Hill and the Boston Common to the campuses of Harvard and MIT. Walk the Freedom Trail and see Boston Harbor, site of the Boston Tea Party – one of the major events leading up to the American Revolution.

Save up to 50% with all-inclusive access to 45+ top attractions in Boston. Hop-on hop-off the CityView Trolley, get historical at Paul Revere's House, whiz to the top of View Boston, and much more.

Meet your guide and group at a location in Cambridge and embark on a 70-minute student-led walking tour of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT). Beginning late morning in the heart of Kendall Square, you'll be led onto the campus by a charismatic MIT student. Enjoy the sights of this unique campus while your guide entertains and inspires with tales of MIT history along with their personal experience at the University they call home.

The tour starts on the MIT campus, where you will follow your guide to learn about the school's history, famous pranks, inventions, and much more! Your tour guide will show you buildings designed by world-famous architects, dormitories home to hilarious MIT "hacks", and stunning views of Boston from across the river! After MIT, your tour guide will take you to Harvard using the subway system. Your subway fare is included in the cost of the tour. Learn the history of Harvard University, the oldest college in the country. See the "Statue of the Three Lies", deceiving visitors for almost 150 years. Learn about Harvard's academic legacy, as well as some rather whimsical traditions practiced by the students! See the house where George Washington stayed during his visit to Boston during the American Revolution and Harvard's part in the war. The tour will show you the academic, residential, and hidden parts of one of the world's most prestigious universities!

Discover the largest city in Massachusetts and one of the oldest cities in the USA. Take an exclusive, Spanish-language tour and see the once home of the American Revolution. Get to know Boston's monuments, architecture, art, and culture.

Join us on a journey from the vibrant city of Boston to the historic town of Salem, Massachusetts. Our expert guides will take you on a fascinating tour through time, starting with the famous Salem Witch Trials. Learn about the panic and hysteria that engulfed the town during that fateful period, as well as the solemn reminders of the innocents whose lives were forever changed. As we explore the narrow streets and charming architecture, you will catch glimpses of the colonial past that still resonate throughout the town. Hear tales of the city's maritime heritage, with trade and seafaring shaping Salem's development into a bustling port. Delve into the captivating past of this enchanting town, an epitome of New England charm infused with a rich tapestry of stories waiting to be unraveled. Our tour of Salem's history is sure to leave you with a deeper appreciation for the intricate layers of its past and the enduring legacy it holds in American history.

Come discover Boston, the city that has so much to offer, including Harvard University, Fenway Park, and more.

Discover Boston at your own pace with this multi-attraction pass. Visit 2 to 5 attractions over 60 days and save up to 50% at attractions including a cruise, Museum of Science, and Fenway Park.

Embark on a fully narrated sightseeing cruise journey along the Charles River. Admire the main highlights of Boston and Cambridge like Beacon Hill, Esplanade Park, the Back Bay, and more.

Our tour begins at the Charles Hotel to make sure you get your morning fix before we quickly head over to our first stop, Union Square Donuts. Union Square is featured on both our Harvard Square tour as well as our downtown Boston tour - that’s how good they are! After we get our first fill of donuts, we’re off for a quick walk through Harvard Square and through the university itself. We’ll give you a brief history of Harvard Square, the surrounding area and Harvard University itself. After a short walk through the picturesque campus, we’ll stop at our second shop in the campus center for some unique donut flavors. We can’t tell you what the flavors will be as they change seasonally and we want your input on which ones we pick. All of them are good, we guarantee it. Our last and final stop will be Saloniki, a local Greek restaurant that serves some amazing loukoumades. What are loukoumades you ask? Well, it’s a unique greek twist on donuts. You’re going to love it.

Experience 4 must-see attractions, handpicked and packaged together at a 45% savings, with Boston CityPASS® tickets that are valid for 9 consecutive days including the first day of use.

Experience Boston by land and water on this combo tour. Take in historic sights and breathtaking views on a trolley tour around Boston and Cambridge, followed by a Charles River sightseeing cruise.

Experience a deep dive into the start of the American Revolution. See sights from Boston to Lexington, Concord, and Charlestown. Learn about key events from April 19, 1775 to July 4, 1776 and beyond.

Our tour begins at the Charles Hotel to make sure you get your morning fix before we quickly head over to our first stop, Union Square Donuts. Union Square is featured on both our Harvard Square tour as well as our downtown Boston tour - that’s how good they are! After we get our first fill of donuts, we’re off for a quick walk through Harvard Square and through the university itself. We’ll give you a brief history of Harvard Square, the surrounding area and Harvard University itself. After a short walk through the picturesque campus, we’ll stop at our second shop in the campus center for some unique donut flavors. We can’t tell you what the flavors will be as they change seasonally and we want your input on which ones we pick. All of them are good, we guarantee it. Our last and final stop will be Saloniki, a local Greek restaurant that serves some amazing loukoumades. What are loukoumades you ask? Well, it’s a unique greek twist on donuts. You’re going to love it.

Stroll through MIT with a local guide, listening to stories about one of the most innovative schools in the world. Walk through famous Harvard University and learn about America's oldest college.