Overview
The tour starts on the MIT campus, where you will follow your guide to learn about the school's history, famous pranks, inventions, and much more! Your tour guide will show you buildings designed by world-famous architects, dormitories home to hilarious MIT "hacks", and stunning views of Boston from across the river!
After MIT, your tour guide will take you to Harvard using the subway system. Your subway fare is included in the cost of the tour.
Learn the history Harvard University, the oldest college in the country. See the "Statue of the Three Lies", deceiving visitors for almost 150 years. Learn about Harvard's academic legacy, as well as some rather whimsical traditions practiced by the students!
See the house where George Washington stayed during his visit to Boston during the American Revolution and Harvard's part in the war. The tour will show you the academic, residential, and hidden parts of one of the world's most prestigious universities!
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Tour Guide Services
Subway ticket from MIT to Harvard
Gratuities
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Your tour guide will meet you in front of the Ripple Cafe on Main Street in Cambridge. The cafe is next to the Kendall Station subway stop on the Red Line. Your guide will be wearing a Boston Hidden Gems t-shirt and name tag.
End point
Tour will end in Harvard Square, next to the Red Line subway stop with the same name.
What to expect
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MIT Media Lab
15 min
See the MIT Media Lab, home to some of the most innovative cross-discipline creations stemming from MIT.
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Green Building
10 min
See the Green Building, designed by I.M.Pei. Learn about the famous "Tetris" student prank.
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Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
15 min
See the iconic MIT Dome and learn about the police car placed on top of the dome to protest parking tickets.
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Harvard Bridge
10 min
See the Smoot markers on the Harvard Bridge, connecting Cambridge and Boston. Take a picture of the Boston skyline.
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MIT Banana Lounge
15 min
Learn about the hilarious story behind the Banana Lounge.
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Stata Center
10 min
See the quirky State Center, both an architectural marvel and a design nightmare.
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Kendall/MIT
20 min
Take the Red Line subway two stops to the Harvard University Area. Cost of the subway ride is included in the tour. Your tour guide will direct you on using the subway.
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Massachusetts Ave @ Johnston Gate
10 min
Enter Harvard Yard through the main entrance - Johnson Gate.
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John Harvard Statue
15 min
Learn why the famous Harvard Yard statue is called the "Statue of the Three Lies".
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Harvard Yard
10 min
Learn about the various dormitories located around the historical Harvard Yard and who lived there while at Harvard.
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Memorial Hall Harvard University
15 min
See Memorial Hall, a multifunctional building inside an old church.
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Harvard Memorial Church
10 min
See the Memorial Church, standing in the middle of Harvard Yard.
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The Harry Elkins Widener Memorial Library
10 min
See the main library of Harvard University and hear the tragic story behind it.
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Wadsworth House
10 min
See one of the oldest buildings in Harvard Yard, where George Washington stayed during the American Revolution.
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Lowell House
20 min
See a few of the Upper Classmen housing of Harvard University and learn about the tradition of "Housing Day".
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Harvard Square
10 min
End the tour at the bustling Harvard Square. Your tour guide can suggest places for souvenir shopping and/or lunch.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (America/New York).
Additional Information
- Tour starts exactly on time. If you are running late, you can catch up with the tour group by following the tour stops listed on the itinerary. First tour stop is MIT Media Lab, second stop is the Green Building, and so on. Your tour guide will not be able to answer any phone calls to direct you after the tour starts.
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Illustrious Schools: Group Tour of MIT And Harvard
Can I cancel Illustrious Schools: Group Tour of MIT And Harvard for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours 30 min.
Where does it start?
Your tour guide will meet you in front of the Ripple Cafe on Main Street in Cambridge.
What's included?
- Tour Guide Services
- Subway ticket from MIT to Harvard
What's not included?
- Gratuities
Which places does it visit?
It visits MIT Media Lab, Green Building, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Harvard Bridge, MIT Banana Lounge, Stata Center, Kendall/MIT, Massachusetts Ave @ Johnston Gate.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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