Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
Overview
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1 hour 10 minutes
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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.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Tour route is less than 1 mile
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Harvard Square
This is where the tour begins and where Harvard is located.
Harvard University
The whole reason guests are here. The tour will take you throughout the campus of the oldest university in the United States.
What‘s Included
Free Illustrated Map of Harvard Square
Written translations in Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Mandarin
Harvard Student-Led Tours for more Insightful Narrative
Conclude at The Harvard Shop for Souvenirs - run by Harvard students!
70-Minute Guided Walking Tour of Harvard
See Top Sites including Harvard Square, Harvard Yard, and Science Center & Memorial Hall
Gratuities
Souvenirs (tours conclude at The Harvard Shop)
Options
Harvard Walking Tour
Reviews
3,696 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Sticker Tour
D9339UGreginah,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Really enjoyed the walking tour . Good value for the tour and tour guide very informative .
Great tour
Kelley C,May 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Dominique was a great tour guide. Nice to get a student’s perspective on life on campus. I would recommend this tour, very insightful. Thank you!
It’s a comprehensive tour...
Ava D,May 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It’s a comprehensive tour around the campus and he’s very good about what he’s doing He gave us a tour of the buildings in the campus an d also the history of who went to Harvard University and impressed how the very successful students became the presidents of the United States. It’s an amazing thing to know .
Jake was a great tour...
Sierra S,May 4, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Jake was a great tour guide. Tour had great info and it was fun! Would definitely recommend to others!
Just OK
Kemi B,May 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00This tour is much shorter than described. Because you’re basically just walking the yard, you can do this tour on your own with a map.
Interesting tour that is a highlight of Boston.
nandjm,May 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a tour in the pouring rain but we came ready and it didn’t put us off at all.We had Natalie a student from Harvard show us round.She was brilliant.Very clear and informative but fun with it.We saw lots of the main buildings and Natalie was great at answering questions as we went along.The tour moved about lots so we got to see plenty .I really enjoyed this tour and would highly recommend getting the tour as you wouldn’t have known what the buildings were and the culture of the university.This was one of our favourite things to do in Boston!!
Great way to learn a...
Alexandra K,May 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way to learn a little bit more about Harvard! We enjoyed chatting with our guide and learning about the buildings, history, and famous alumni.
Harvard Tour
pammL4199AL,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Jordan was a great guide, very knowledgeable of the campus. He had some fun stories of antics and history.
Crimson fun!
John C,Apr 30, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Brad was knowledgeable, clever and fun! Beautiful campus and with such rich history. Higher education is in good hands
Harvard walking tour
Culture15358302836,Apr 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Enjoyed and student very personal and informative I would have liked to see inside some of the buildings if only briefly
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