Harvard Walking Tour: Explore Historic Campus

Explore Harvard’s rich history on a self-guided walking tour. Discover iconic landmarks, hear fascinating stories, and experience America’s oldest university firsthand.

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Lehman Hall - We’ll also pass by Lehman Hall, where John Adams, the second President of the USA, along with Sam Adams and James Bowdoin, wrote the constitution of the Commonwealth of MA. However, entry to the Hall is not included on the tour.
  • Wadsworth House - We’ll also pass by Wadsworth Hall, adding to the historic charm of the campus….
What's Included
  • Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • App for Android and iOS
  • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
What's Not Included
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Tickets or entrance fees to any museums or other attractions en route
  • Food and drink
  • Transportation
Additional Information

Harvard University, established in 1636, is the oldest higher education institution in the United States, predating the nation itself. This walking tour will reveal how the urgent need for educated ministers in a struggling Puritan colony transformed into the world’s leading university, continuing to influence American history.
The self-guided tour…

Location
Harvard University Visitor Center
Massachusetts Avenue
This tour starts at Harvard University Visitor Center. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading."
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

From $12
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).