In-Person Historical Tour of Harvard

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.

COVID-19 Precautions:

A negative COVID test is not required for building entry, however, all visitors and their guests must agree neither they will not attend if they have tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days, been exposed to someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 in the past 14 days, or experienced symptoms of COVID-19 within 48 hours prior to the event. If you are no longer able to attend, we ask that you cancel your registration.

Important Information for Your Visit:

• Registration must be made in advance.
• Parties of up to 14 persons can register for this free in-person tour. Please reserve one ticket for each member of your party. For parties of 15 or more please contact us at [email protected].
• Tour goers should arrive at the Visitor Center at least 15 minutes before your tour to check-in. Traffic in and around Harvard Square can be heavy, so please account for extra travel time.
• Tours depart from the Smith Campus Center and conclude in Harvard Yard.
• Public restrooms are available in the Smith Campus Center.

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

Host or Publisher Harvard University Visitor Center