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Museum of Science
Museum
Venerable institution with interactive exhibits, dome-shaped IMAX/3-D film theater & a planetarium.
4.70 (19.9K reviews)
2
Fresh Pond Reservation
Park
Popular spot for spotting wetland birds & deer with wooded walking routes around a tranquil pond.
4.80 (725 reviews)
3
Harvard Yard
Park
This sprawling treed area is the oldest part of the Harvard campus, with many historic buildings.
4.70 (4.6K reviews)
5
Harvard Art Museums
Art museum
Harvard's oldest museum, featuring European & American art from the Middle Ages to the present day.
4.70 (2.2K reviews)
6
Killian Court
Park
Manicured campus lawns overlooked by a technology institute's domed classical main building.
4.80 (475 reviews)
7
Danehy Park
Park
50-acre green space with activities such as softball & soccer, plus paths for jogging & a dog park.
4.70 (1.1K reviews)
8
Great Dome
Tourist attraction
Built in 1916, this iconic Neoclassical building at MIT houses a library & a lecture hall.
4.70 (988 reviews)
10
Harriet Tubman Museum and Educational Center
Museum
😐 Check the calendar before you go! We traveled over 2 1/2 hours to visit the site and didn’t realize that the Governor of Maryland was visiting that day as well. It was a madhouse in the museum and it was very difficult to navigate with my walker. The one thing we were not able to do because of the c...
4.70 (583 reviews)
12
John Harvard Statue
Monument
Iconic bronze statue of John Harvard, the founder of the university, on a 6-ft. plinth.
4.60 (1.2K reviews)
13
Cambridge Common
Park
A site of Revolutionary War history, this park now has fields, bike paths & a creative playground.
4.60 (1.1K reviews)
14
Charles River Boat Company
Boat tour agency
👍👍 Excellent experience. The cruise was a blast and the MC was friendly and full of great facts. The views were incredible and the length of the cruise was perfect. They have tasty snacks and drinks, including alcohol available as well.
4.70 (441 reviews)
15
The Harvard Tour
Tourist attraction
👍👍 My husband and I had the privilege of being guided around Harvard by an incredible student tour guide, Josh. His passion for the school was palpable, and his knowledge was nothing short of impressive. Every detail was delivered with enthusiasm, making the tour both informative and enjoyable. It’s cl...
4.80 (272 reviews)
16
Gerry Boyle Park
Park
👍👍 Great park with small beach, fishing docks, playgrounds, rest area and lots of fun futures for kids and family. Relaxing or walking around with a great views. Well maintained. If you like fishing you will love this place. This is really good spot for fishing.
4.70 (381 reviews)
17
Long Wharf Park
Park
Leafy riverside park offering views of the water & wharf, a lighthouse & picnic tables.
4.70 (369 reviews)
18
Harvard Square
Tourist attraction
Home to America's oldest university, this iconic area offers shops, eateries & theaters.
4.50 (9.1K reviews)
20
Club Passim
Live music venue
Intimate, iconic folk-music club where big names like Joan Baez & Bob Dylan got their start.
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4.70 (322 reviews)