Harvard Square and University Smartphone Guided Audio Walking
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Is Harvard Square and University Smartphone Guided Audio Walking worth booking?
Harvard Square and University Smartphone Guided Audio Walking is a 1.3-hour experience in Cambridge, United States, from $10 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 1/5 rating across 1 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 49 / 100
- Rating
- 1/5 (1)
- Duration
- 1.3 hours
- From
- $10 per person
Want to get a solo tour of Harvard? Don't have time for a group tour? Our tour will take you through Harvard Square’s lively academic and cultural scene, see historic churches, the Harvard Lampoon Building, the books sto
What you get
About this experience
Want to get a solo tour of Harvard? Don't have time for a group tour? Our tour will take you through Harvard Square’s lively academic and cultural scene, see historic churches, the Harvard Lampoon Building, the books stores, the grounds of the university, the John Harvard Statue, the Harvard Art Museums and much more. You'll have a great feel of Harvard once your done. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour is location aware and plays as you walk.
What's included
Included
- Tour of Harvard University, square and area on our walking tour app
- Hands free, location aware, the tour plays as you walk.
- Go at your own pace. The tour never expires. Go anytime.
Not included
- No food or drink
- No admission this is all outside
- No human guide, this is guided by our walking tour app
What you'll see and do
Harvard Art Museums
The tour ends at the Harvard Art Museums, a free museum with iconic works that is free to enter.
5 minutes here
The Commander Hotel was named to commemorate the spot at Cambridge Common where George Washington first took command of the Continental Army in 1775. And it's seen it's fair share of visitors. The tour starts here then guides you step by step through Harvard Square and Harvard University.
5 minutes here
This is one of the oldest and most influential congregations in all of New England. The church was established in sixteen thirty-six and was the 11th oldest congregation in Massachusetts.
5 minutes here
Cambridge Common
The Cambridge Common is more than just a green patch at Harvard’s doorstep; historically, it’s the heart of Cambridge. In sixteen thirties, the grounds were originally set aside as “cow common” for grazing livestock and wood gathering.
5 minutes here
Old Burial Ground
Old Burial Ground 190 Peek over the gates for a moment. Soldiers from the American Revolution, some killed during the British retreat from Lexington and Concord in seventeen seventy-five, are memorialized by a central granite obelisk, and there are even the gravestones of two Black patriots, Cato Stedman and Neptune Frost, whose lives remind us that freedom was always fought for by many voices.
5 minutes here
Christ Church Cambridge
Christ Church Cambridge, founded in 1759 is the oldest standing church building in Cambridge, Massachusetts.
5 minutes here
First Parish Cambridge Unitarian Universalist
In eighteen twenty-nine, at the peak of the crisis, when the congregation split, the more liberal, Unitarian majority retained the historic meeting house and eventually became known as First Parish in Cambridge, which sits right in the heart of Harvard Square.
5 minutes here
Harvard University
Great for shopping and has a great history and story
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Before it was Cambridge, it was Newtowne. And this site tells a bit about the story.
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The Harvard Lampoon Building, a quirky, turreted “castle” that looks like a cross between a Flemish town hall, a medieval fantasy, and a practical joke you’re not quite sure you understand.
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Iconic bookstore with a great story.
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Johnston Gate isn’t just for show; through tradition, it has become both a literal and symbolic threshold. Each year at Commencement, the sheriffs of Middlesex and Suffolk Counties ride in on horseback through this entrance to call graduates to order—a tradition that has persisted for generations. YOu'll learn that and much more.
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The story of the hall holds many of the stories of the university, and a fire.
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John Harvard Statue
This statue tells of the 3 lies. What are they? Find out that and more on the tour.
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Very interesting statue with a chinese story and more.
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The story starts with the son that perished on the Titanic. Learn more on the tour.
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The old church holds stories, find out on the tour.
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Funded by Anne Sever in memory of her husband, James Warren Sever, it was intended as a hub for “academic life and lecture”. Critics and admirers have jousted over its design since it appeared, some calling it fortress-like, others praising its vigor and originality, but Sever has weathered every drift of opinion with understated confidence. It’s so admired by architects that the renowned Robert Venturi, a giant of postmodern design, once called Sever Hall his “favorite building in America,” attesting to both its artistic impact and the subtle genius of its details.
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cambridge
The Commander Hotel was named to commemorate the spot at Cambridge Common where George Washington first took command of the Continental Army in 1775. And it's seen it's fair share of visitors. The tour starts here then guides you step by step through Harvard Square and Harvard University.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
The tour ends at the Harvard Art Museums, a free museum with iconic works that is free to enter.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- WalknTours
Know before you go
- 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
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Traveler reviews
1 verified traveler reviews for Harvard Square and University Smartphone Guided Audio Walking. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Unable to access map via instructions
Followed provided instructions & was not able to access walking tour via app as described. Reached out for additional assistance and no response.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 1.3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 49
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Harvard Square and University Smartphone Guided Audio Walking: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cambridge.
How much does Harvard Square and University Smartphone Guided Audio Walking cost?
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Prices start at $10 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cambridge usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Harvard Square and University Smartphone Guided Audio Walking take?
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Plan for about 1.3 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cambridge is not rushed.
Is Harvard Square and University Smartphone Guided Audio Walking worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (1/5 across 1 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cambridge, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Harvard Square and University Smartphone Guided Audio Walking?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Harvard Square and University Smartphone Guided Audio Walking suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.3-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Harvard Square and University Smartphone Guided Audio Walking?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cambridge can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cambridge and add a light layer if any part of the 1.3-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Harvard Square and University Smartphone Guided Audio Walking start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cambridge within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cambridge?
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Cambridge runs student-led Harvard and MIT campus tours, revolutionary history walks, Charles River cruises and food tours through Harvard Square and Central Square. On Outty we rank every Cambridge experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour, Boston to New Hampshire Fall Foliage White Mountains Day Trip, Illustrious Schools: Group Tour of MIT And Harvard. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cambridge?
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April to June and September to October. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cambridge?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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