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15 Best Harvard & MIT Tours

The campus tours: student guides covering Harvard Yard’s three lies and MIT’s hack history with the irreverence only insiders earn. Cambridge is a ten-minute ride and a different planet.

1.Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour

Discover Harvard with this engaging 70-minute guided walking tour led by current students. Explore historic landmarks, get insider tips, and see Harvard Yard and Square.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Despite a real-feel temp of 11F, the guide was happy, and sincerely interested in providing a quality tour. Also, we were late for the 11am and the person who met us happily re-booked us for the 11:30 (we were lucky they had openings for the…”

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3.Tour de Cambridge Guided Bicycle Tour

Explore Cambridge by bike with this guided tour, visiting Harvard, MIT, and scenic river views. Enjoy knowledgeable guides and all-inclusive pricing.

★ 5.0

“One of the best tours in the city!! Excellent experience riding the Charles, the campus of both institutions and a beautiful view of the city!”

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4.Private City Tour of Boston and Cambridge

Discover Boston and Cambridge with this private 7-hour tour, exploring historic landmarks, Harvard, MIT, and local food. Perfect for personalized, in-depth visits.

★ 5.0

“This private tour is a 7 hour historical tour of Boston and Cambridge. Maria is an amazing guide, she took my niece, nephew and myself back to the facts and fun facts about the early years of the American revolution, started off in the North…”

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7.Boston Small Group Day Tour:Harvard, MIT and Boston Harbor Cruise

Discover Boston's top sights with this small-group tour visiting Harvard, MIT, Quincy Market, and enjoying a scenic harbor cruise—ideal for history and culture lovers.

★ 4.5

“The tour was supposed to be for a small group of 12 with a guide. There was only me and my family, so 4 total. Not sure if that was why the tour felt off. We got to Harvard, and the tour was pretty simple…”

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8.Boston Cambridge Lexington and Concord Private Day Tour

Discover Boston’s revolutionary history with this private 6-hour tour covering the Freedom Trail, Lexington, Concord, and Harvard. Personalized guides ensure an engaging experience.

★ 5.0

“Great experience Wood highly recommend Martin as your tour guide pick us up at the hotel precisely on time. Vehicle was clean. He’s very knowledgeable about history. Would happily do it again thank you.”

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9.Boston and Cambridge Private Day Tour

Discover Boston and Cambridge with a private 6-hour tour featuring iconic sights, historic neighborhoods, and engaging stories led by expert guides.

★ 5.0

“Great time and incredible host that taught us all there is to know about Boston. One of the best tours I’ve ever been on. From the harbor to Cambridge we learned every step about the history of Boston starting with the revolution.”

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12.Boston Private City Tour and Harvard University with Hotel Pick Up

Discover Boston’s highlights with a private 4-hour guided tour including Harvard, the Freedom Trail, and city sights—perfect for personalized, authentic experiences.

★ 4.0

“Great experience! They went the extra mile to accommodate my mother who has limited mobility! Great history with a sense of humor! The driver was amazing also!”

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13.Cambridge: Haunted Charles River Cruise

Discover the spooky charm of the Cambridge Haunted Charles River Cruise. Scenic views, eerie tales, and a full bar make this 1.5-hour boat ride a memorable experience.

“Good tour, we went at night and some great views. Host was friendly and very knowledgeable. Note for anyone heading here that you want to be on the north side of the shopping centre. The address on here takes you to the wrong end of…”

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