THE HAHVAHD TOUR

Tours run from March - November, 7 Days a Week, 10am - 4pm

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• Quick Tour Overview

  

  Starting Location: 1376 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge MA (outside the Main Harvard Red Line Subway Station at the Cambridge Information Booth)

  Ending Location: 57 JFK Street, Cambridge MA (The Harvard Shop)

  Cost: $10 per person (save when you book online)

  Tour Times:  7 days a week, March-November.  Click “Book Now” for exact tour times

  Tour Length (time):  About 70 minutes

  Tour Length (distance):  Less than one mile

  Transportation Options:  We suggest taking the Subway or a cab.  If you drive in the closest parking is an outdoor lot at 50 Church Street, Cambridge MA

  You might be asking yourself...

• Why should I take the Hahvahd Tour?

  

  Our tour is Led by a REAL Harvard Students who each complete a rigorous 2-month training process

  Our tour is scripted to provide theatrical entertainment suitable for all ages.

  According to the New York Times, our tour is a “crash course” in student life, University history, and has stories you won’t hear anywhere else!

  At $10 per person, you can’t beat our price - plus we offer a FREE MAP to every tour guest!

  Our guests enjoy discounts on souvenirs at The Harvard Shop.

  You can Reserve Tickets Online for a Discounted Rate

  You may be be wondering...

• What will I learn on The Hahvahd Tour?

  

  400 years of Harvard, Cambridge, and Boston history

  Our tour includes three main tour themes:

  Harvard History - including the untold stories and lore of Harvard University

  Insider Information - stories and tips from current Harvard students

  Famous Harvardians - learn about the most famous people to attend Harvard

  Much more!

  You probably want to know...

• What will I see on The Hahvahd Tour?

  

  Harvard Yard including Old Yard and New Yard

  Dozens of historic buildings including Memorial Hall, Sever Hall, The Widener Library, and the Harvard Lampoon

  The John Harvard Statue

  The surrounding neighborhood of Harvard Square

  Much more (check out our online tour map for more tour information and tour teasers)

  What are you waiting for? It’s time to book the tour!

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FAQ's

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• Please Describe Your Tour

  

  The Hahvahd Tour is the most popular walking tour of Harvard University. Guided by current Harvard undergrads, it is a 70-minute historic tour of Harvard Yard and the surrounding neighborhood of Harvard Square. Entertaining and educational, the Hahvahd Tour is in its 8th year of operation.  It receives consistent praise from guests and major media outlets!

• Where does the tour start?

  

  The Hahvahd Tour starts at the Cambridge Information Booth, located at 1376 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138.  This address is right outside the Harvard Red Line “T” (subway) Station. Our guides and managers will greet you wearing straw hats, and our famous “Hahvahd” t-shirts!

• How much does the tour cost?

  

  There is a charge to take our tour. For booking online, tickets are $8.00 per person. If you do not reserve tickets ahead of time, you will pay $10 at the end of the tour.

• How do I make a reservation?

  

  To book and print tickets online, please visit our Booking Page (hyperlink needed). From there, you can select your tour time, the amount of guests in your party, pay by credit card, and print out your tickets right at home.

• Why should I reserve online?

  

  When you reserve online, we process your payment in advance, so you can save time on the day of your tour.  If you wait until the day of the tour costs $10 per person, so you save when you book ahead of time!  Also when booking online, you receive coupons and special offers with your ticket - a unique benefit only available with only booking.

• What is included on the tour?

  

  Our walking tour of Harvard is a 70 minute adventure led by a Harvard Student.  The tour is partly-scripted to be a theatrical, entertaining performance!  Tour themes include Harvard History, Insider Information & Famous Harvardians.  The tour covers major Harvard landmarks including Johnston Gate, John Harvard Statue, Memorial Hall, Widener Library, Memorial Church, Harvard Lampoon, and the historic Winthrop Park.

• How are you affiliated with Harvard?

  

  Founded in 2006 by Harvard Alumni, we are a private company that employs over 50 Harvard students per year.  The Harvard Trademark Program officially licenses our company to use the Harvard brand.  We are an official partner of Harvard Student Agencies, The Harvard COOP and The Harvard Museum of Natural History.  We provide tours for nearly every Harvard graduate school.  Our founder sits as a Board Member with the Harvard Square Business Association.  We are proud to serve Harvard.

• Who leads our tours?

  

  Our tour guides are current Harvard Students!  When you join our tour, you’re getting the inside scoop from someone who knows the ins and outs of Harvard University.  As current students, our guides are a resource to guests who want to learn more about the Harvard experience.

• How far will I walk on the tour?

  

  The tour route is less than one mile.  We walk at a leisurely pace through campus.

• Is the tour handicap accessible?

  

  Yes, the terrain of the tour route is handicap accessible at nearly every stop.  If someone in your party has a disability, please contact us before the tour and we will do our best to serve you.  We cannot provide wheelchairs on site.

• Are there places to sit on the tour?

  

  Yes, at the halfway point, the group will be given an opportunity to sit outside the doors of the famous Widener Library.

• Are tours ever canceled due to inclement weather?

  

  We operate rain or shine from March 1 - Nov 15.  During severe thunderstorms with lightning our public walking tours do close for the safety and comfort of our guests.  Don’t worry - storms never last long in New England!

• Is this a tour for prospective students?

  

  Yes, in fact, National Public Radio has called the Hahvahd Tour “the real deal” for prospective students.  However, it is important to note that we are not the Harvard Admissions tour.  We encourage all prospective students to visit the admissions office at some point on their visit to Harvard.  While our tour is geared toward guests of all ages from across the globe, prospective students can gain a lot of insight about the University and Harvard culture. Your guide is a current student and is happy to answer your questions!

• Is this tour suitable for children?

  

  Yes!  Our tour is scripted to entertain both adults and children.  AAA Magazine called us “great for families!”  We strive to serve guests of all ages, and families really enjoy our friendly, interactive tour guides!

• Does the tour go inside any buildings?

  

  The Hahvahd Tour does not tour the interior of the buildings.  We show our guests all the key highlights of the Harvard campus, leaving time to absorb the rich history and lore given at each stop.  To go inside buildings consider booking a private tour through our parent company Trademark Tours (hyperlink needed)

• When are tours running?

  

  Tours are offered between 10am - 4pm, 7 days a week from March - December.  Please view our current schedule on our Booking Page.

• Is there parking?

  

  There is limited street parking in the area, but there are several parking garages close to our tour.  Take a look on our Map to get a better feel for the area and to plan your visit.

• Have your tours been reviewed?

  

  Our tours have been praised by NPR, The New York Times, The Boston Globe, Forbes Magazine, AAA and the History Channel. We have a Yelp page, and we are considered the #1 Tour in Cambridge according to Trip Advisor.

• Do you offer private tours?

  

  Our parent company, Trademark Tours, deals exclusively with private group events at Harvard University, the MIT Campus, and the City of Boston. If you would like more information regarding private tours and events, please visit www.trademarktours.com

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