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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.

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.

The Combo ticket grants you admission to the Harvard & MIT Walking Tours. THE HARVARD TOUR In 2006, two entrepreneurial Harvard students took to Harvard Square wearing fun straw hats and “Hahvahd” t-shirts. Their mission was to create the very best tour of Harvard University for visitors and tourists. The “Hahvahd” Tour is a 70-minute student-led walking tour of America's oldest university, designed to be a funny and educational journey through Harvard's campus. THE MIT TOUR On the MIT tour, glimpse the buildings that compose the MIT campus and get insights into the institution that is home to some of the world's most talented innovators in the fields of math, science, and technology. The public tour of MIT is hosted by charismatic MIT students. Our dynamic and knowledgeable staff entertain and inspire with stories about MIT history and personal experience at the university they call home.

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.