Official In-Person Historical Tour of Harvard

Official In-Person Historical Tour of Harvard

This free, in-person tour of Harvard provides a history of the University, general information, and insight into the student experience.

By Harvard University Visitor Center

Date and time

Thursday, March 20 · 12 - 1pm EDT

Location

Harvard University Visitor Center, Smith Campus Center

1350 Massachusetts Avenue Cambridge, MA 02138

About this event

Enjoy the sights of Harvard Yard on this student-led in-person tour of Harvard University. The tour showcases Harvard's campus and provides a history of the University, general information, and insight into the student's individual experience. The free walking tour runs 45-60 minutes.

This is not an admissions tour. To sign up for a campus tour with the Harvard College Admissions Visitor Center, please see their website.

Important Information for Your Visit:

  • Registration must be made in advance. Groups of up to 14 people can register for this public tour. Reserve one ticket for each member of your party.
  • Groups of 15 people or more cannot attend a public tour. They are required to contact the Visitor Center for other tour options at visitor_center@harvard.edu.
  • Tour attendees must check in no later than 5 minutes before your scheduled tour. Check in closes after this period.
  • Alternative self-guided tour options are available for visitors who arrive late.
  • Tours depart from the Smith Campus Center and conclude in Harvard Yard.
  • Public restrooms are available in the Smith Campus Center.
  • How to get here: Parking & Public Transit

The Visitor Center is located within the Smith Campus Center. Our address is 1350 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138.

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The Harvard University Visitor Center is open Monday–Friday from 9AM to 5PM.

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