Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 10 minutes

Mobile ticket

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‘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)

What To Expect

Harvard Square

This is where the tour begins and where Harvard is located.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Harvard University

The whole reason guests are here. The tour will take you throughout the campus of the oldest university in the United States.

25 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Harvard Walking Tour

Reviews

4.70

3,593 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

3006

287

156

Great tour!
DebL121,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Loved it! Very informative. So interesting. Cameron was our guide and he was great. Knowledgeable and great sense of humor. Highly recommend!
Great Experience!
andrewoV7051CL,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Thanks for a memorable tour! Tour guide was fun, engaging, and extremely knowledgeable about the history and programs at the University
International Experience
aminhZ5078OI,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Comprehensible tour for English speakers as a second language, by Anna! Thanks! Get out of that gate as a successful senior graduate Anna!
Awesome!
Jose A,
Nov 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Jonathan was great! Knowledgeable, he shared great stories, and fun facts. We learned a lot. We toured the whole campus
Great Walking tour,
ZulmaDelgado P,
Nov 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
I love the fact our guide was a current Harvard student . she knew history , places and an excellent sense of humor. Highly recommended .
Harvard Tour
Fiona K,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was really informative and a great touch to be shown around by a current student with real life experience of campus
It was a very interesting commentary!
Venture638807,
Nov 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The story with the joke was very interesting!! It was good to learn about the history of famous Harvard people! I guess I shouldn't touch Mr. Harvard's shoes...
See it from students perspective
Adam C,
Nov 10, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great way to wander around campus and get a perspective of actual life as a Harvard student. Our guide Lenny was fun, engaging and made it a great time!
Harvard Campus tour
Kstar6684,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
This tour was so informative and Afza made it so relatable and fun! I would highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to explore the area or looking to attend. The tours are student led, which make it more personal.
Awesome!
987shauns,
Nov 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I’d give it a 6 or 7 stars, but the max is 5 so I guess I’ll have to settle. We were able to get a great tour and feel of campus. Thank you!