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Introducing the visit harvard mobile app.

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The Harvard Visitor's Center has launched a new Visit Harvard mobile app that will provide free, self-guided, self-paced themed walking tours of the University. The first tour released on the app is a historic walking tour of the Cambridge Campus. It incorporates 14 locations throughout campus that highlight some of the most important buildings and events of the University's nearly 400-year history.

In 2019, approximately 8 million people visited Harvard Square, and more than 35,000 visitors took part in public and private tours of the Harvard Campus. When the campus shut down in early 2020 due to the pandemic, Robin Parker, Associate Director of Harvard's Visitor Center, worked with colleagues and a small team of undergraduate tour guides led by Fari Mbaye '22 and Madi Fabber '22, to create a series of live, student-led online virtual tours as an option for would-be visitors who were no longer able to come to the Square.

The mobile app tour builds on the content developed for those virtual offerings, but provides a more accessible option that visitors can use to guide themselves while they visit campus in-person, or from the comfort of their own couch anywhere in the world.

"Our student tour guides really led the charge on the creation of these tours. Some of the images they've included have never been seen before, and the content weaves a really compelling story through Harvard's history," said Parker.

It was that storytelling aspect of the mobile tour that Mbaye said was the most challenging and important aspect of translating the live tour content to the app. "When we, as tour guides, give live tours, we're really just working off bullet points and we weave our own details and jokes in as we go. With the app, we had to turn the content into a complete story that people would want to read and listen to," she explained.

If app users choose to visit the campus, they can follow the geo-location tags on the app to travel point-to-point. The total distance of the tour is approximately one mile and should take approximately one hour to complete—including travel between stops, but the self-guided nature of the app means that users can complete this circuit at their own pace.

According to Visitor Center Manager Maggie Dawson, the ease of use and simplicity of design was an intentional choice to ensure that the app was as accessible as possible. Additional features like geo-location tagging, audio tracks with transcript, and image alternative text for visually-impaired users, all enable a large range of users to interact with the app in their own way, and according to Dawson, inclusion will continue to be a priority as more content is added. "Our hope is to tell many parts of the Harvard story to as many audiences as possible. Not only are additional tours in development, including a Black History Tour, and Arts Walk, and a Women's History tour, but we are expanding the tour languages as well," she explained.

The Visit Harvard App is available for download through the Apple Store and Google Play . There is also a desktop version of the app you can access here .

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The Harvard University Visitor Center offers in-person tours daily. Additional tour offerings include the self-guided historical tour on the Visit Harvard mobile app, available to download on  iOS  and  Android  devices. During business hours you may purchase a Self-Guided Tour Map for $3 available in multiple languages.

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• Harvard Public Art & Culture Tour: Allston

Named after Washington Allston—a visionary painter and 1800 Harvard graduate—the neighborhood of Allston features vibrant, eclectic art that reflects its creativity and diversity. On this self-guided tour, you'll discover "can't-miss" public art installations along Western Avenue (and beyond!) and learn the stories behind them and their artists. Follow along to explore hand-painted murals, sky-high sculptures, 25-cent art prints, and more!

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Discover public art.

Take this free, self-guided tour by downloading the Visit Harvard mobile app, available on iOS and Android devices.

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What you'll see:.

Pictured: Hand-painted murals featured on the Walls on Western garage at Zone 3.

10 Sculptures

Pictured: the bronze sculpture, 'quest eternal' as seen near the entrance of smithfield playground in allston..

Pictured: Mural 'Interconnected' by Sophy Tuttle reflected in the windows of the Harvard Science and Engineering Complex.

What you'll learn:.

Stories behind the art

Pictured: presence by mary frank, 1985–86, bronze. hbs art and artifacts collection.

Artist inspirations

Pictured: the artist, imagine (aka sneha shrestha), posing in front of the mural 'saya patri (one with a hundred petals)'.

Local history

Pictured: 'interconnected' by sophy tuttle, painted on the facade of the old new england deposit library, choose your own path:.

Whether you only have 30 minutes or you're on your way to/from Cambridge, we've compiled a list of recommended routes for you to take in order to get the best tour experience! Find previews below and learn more by downloading the Visit Harvard app!

Playground Path

Going to the Smith Field Playground? This route features stops between Zone 3 and Trader Joe's—with plenty of time to take a ride down a slide!

Short On Time

Are you strapped for time? Need a new dog walking route? Take a quick and easy stroll along Western Avenue for beautiful murals by local artists. Route highlight: Get your quarter out for your own copy of Art in Print!

Coffee & Greenspace

Stop in one of several bakeries or cafes for a coffee (and a sweet treat!) before making your way towards the Harvard Business School campus, featuring sky-high sculptures and innovative art installations.

Crossing the Bridge

Are you coming from or heading to Cambridge? Check out the art installations closest to this commute and learn about Harvard's cultural initiatives along the way. Route Highlight: Take a peek into Harvard's 15,856 sq ft ceramics studio!

Campus Loop

Hit all the tour stops located around Harvard's Allston campus, including the ArtLab, Harvard Business School, Harvard's School of Engineering and Applied Sciences Complex, and the Harvard Ed Portal.

What is the Visit Harvard mobile app?

Visit Harvard is a free mobile app by the Harvard Visitor Center that features a collection of self-guided tours centered around the Harvard University experience. The Visit Harvard mobile app can be downloaded by anyone with a smartphone, tablet, or desktop, to be enjoyed from wherever you might be visiting, whether it’s in-person or from the comfort of your own home.

What is the Harvard Public Art & Culture Tour?

The Harvard Public Art & Culture Tour is a self-guided tour collection that highlights the local art that surrounds—and beautifies— the Harvard community, from hand-painted murals to sky-high sculptures. The first released tour in the collection focuses on the Allston neighborhood, specifically along the Western Avenue corridor and into the Harvard Business School campus. Not only will you be guided to view these artworks in-person, you'll also learn the history behind each piece as well as the artist who created them. The tour features guided mapping, photos, and audio tracks for convenience and accessibility.

In the near future, we will release the next tour in the collection which focuses on the public art throughout Harvard's Cambridge campus.

How long is the mobile tour?

This self-guided tour takes place across 27 mapped stops along Western Avenue, including several stops on Harvard Business School's campus. At a standard walking pace, it will take up to 1 hour to complete the 2 mile long tour.

Note that we have also included information about several shorter tour routes in the app. Some of these routes include options that will only take 30 minutes to complete. You can view this information by downloading the Visit Harvard app, navigating to "Harvard Public Art & Culture Tour," and selecting "Allston."

Where does the mobile tour begin?

The official tour route begins at the tour stop Evo, located at 395 Western Avenue, Allston, MA 02134. In the app, we've suggested several other routes that begin at other locations, including the Harvard Business School or Barry's Corner.

What is the terrain like for people who use mobility aids, like wheelchairs or canes?

This self-guided tour takes place on flat terrain (easy grade urban sidewalks) and is mobility-friendly, wheelchair accessible, and stroller-friendly. The self-guided tour also has additional in-app accessibility options for visitors who are visually or hearing impaired, including voiceover and image descriptions.

Can I take the mobile tour in-person or virtually?

This mobile tour is designed to be accessed in-person throughout the Western Avenue corridor in Allston. It can also be viewed from the comfort of your own home. Simply download Visit Harvard in the app store, navigate to "Harvard Public Art & Culture Tour," select "Allston," and begin your journey!

Where can I download the Visit Harvard mobile app?

You can download the Visit Harvard mobile app on the Apple App Store and Google Play .

Who should I contact if I have further questions?

For any questions about the Visit Harvard mobile app, you can contact the Harvard Visitor Center .

Continue your art adventure in Cambridge! Take a customizable self-guided tour of public art in & around Harvard and discover a new side to the University's iconic campus

The Harvard Public Art & Culture Tour is part of a collection of self-guided tours featured on the Visit Harvard app by the Harvard Visitor Center. For more information about Visit Harvard or other tour offerings (including in person student-guided tours), please visit the Harvard Visitor Center's official website .

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This post covers a visit to the Harvard Natural History Museum, including details on tickets, discounts, exhibits, and more.

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The Harvard Natural History Museum was created to be the “public face” of three Harvard research museums — the Museum of Comparative Zoology, the Harvard Mineralogical and Geological Museum, and the Harvard University Herbaria.

The museum offers a creative educational experience in a unique, intimate setting and each of the exhibits draw on Harvard University’s natural history collections.  

As a bonus, Harvard’s research faculty provides expertise for the museum's many programs for members as well as the general public.

The programs are designed to encourage the exchange of information and ideas.  

In fact, with more than 200,000 visitors in 2012, the Harvard Museum of Natural History is the University’s most-visited museum.

The museum is open from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm each day, and there are several ways to pay for admission which we will cover below in our tickets section .

There are also many opportunities to either save money on admission or get in for free! Check our discounts section for more details about these deals.

There are three ways to purchase admission for the Harvard Museum of Natural History: At the ticket booth, online, or with a tourist attraction discount pass.

Tourist passes allow to skip the ticket line and depending on how you use them, you can save up to 50% off general admission prices.

Check our discount section for more details about this option .

NOTE: These tickets also grant you admission to the Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology!

• $15/Adults | $10/Youth (3-18) | $13/Seniors
• Non-Harvard Students w/ ID: $10
• Kids under the age of 3 get in free.
• Current Harvard ID holders (+1 guest) get in free.

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Free Admission

There are actually several ways to get into the Harvard Museum of Natural History without paying a dime, but most of them require you to be either a Massachusetts resident or a Harvard student.

• Harvard Students who have a current ID are granted free admission, and they can also bring one guest with them at no extra cost!
• Massachusetts Teachers (K-12) are granted free admission to the museum.
• Residents of Massachusetts who have an EBT card will receive free admission with up to 5 guests.
• Massachusetts residents are granted free admission every Sunday morning from 9 am - 12 pm and every Wednesday afternoon from 3 pm - 5 pm from September to May. Proof of residency is required.

If you happen to fit any of these descriptions, make sure to bring the proper identification with you before heading to the museum.

There are a few other ways to save money on tickets.

Tourist Passes

Admission to the Harvard Museum of Natural History is currently included in every major tourist attraction discount pass offered in Boston.

These services can be used to save anywhere from 20% - 50% off dozens of popular activities.

There are currently four different types of passes in Boston : all-inclusive, flex, prepackaged and build your own pass. Each option works differently, so it will be important to consider how you plan to explore the city.

The build your own pass option is probably the easiest, as you only have to purchase tickets for 2 activities or attractions in order to save 20% off both. 

If you’re prepared to spend entire days exploring Boston, you may want to consider an all-inclusive pass instead.

These passes cover admission to dozens of attractions for a specific amount of time (1, 2, 3, 5, or 7 days). 

As long as you use this type of pass for at least 4-5 attractions or tours per day, you should be able to save at least 25% - 50% off general admission prices.

If you use it for even more, you could save over 50% off!

The prepackaged pass is a nice alternative that covers the cost of a handful of specific attractions or activities.

Depending on how you use it, you can save up to 45% off normal ticket prices.

With all that said, it will be important to consider what types of tours, museums, and other attractions you might want to use your tourist pass to enjoy.

Here are a few of the more popular services included:

• Hop on Hop off Trolley | $42
• Boston Bike Tours | $57.75
• New England Aquarium | $31
• New England Aquarium Whale Watch | $57.75
• Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum | $15
• Boston Children’s Museum | $18
• Peabody Essex Museum | $20
• Museum of Fine Arts | $25
• Museum of Science | $29
• Boston Duck Tour | $45

For more information about these services or to purchase one, please read our post covering Boston tourist passes .

Military Discount

The Harvard Natural History Museum is part of the Blue Star Museum program funded by the National Endowment for the Arts.

This means that active-duty military and their families are granted free admission to the museum year-round with the presentation of a military ID.

And by the way, thank you for your service!

Library Passes

If you’re a Massachusetts resident, you can save some money on tickets by visiting your local library.

Boston and Cambridge's libraries offer museum passes that grant admission to both the Harvard Natural History Museum and the Peabody Museum of Archaeology & Ethnology for just $6!

The only catch is that you must be a resident or have a library card in order to receive this museum pass.

Discount Sites

If all else fails, you can usually pay for admission to this museum by using a service such as Groupon or LivingSocial . 

In addition to whatever deal you may be able to find on these discount sites, they usually also offer coupon codes for an extra 10% - 20% off – or more!

This section details some of the most interesting exhibits you’ll find at the Harvard Natural History Museum, including information about what you can expect to see at each exhibit.

Earth & Planetary Sciences Gallery

This newly renovated gallery displays thousands of rare minerals and sparkling gemstones in both rough and cut examples, including a 1,600-pound amethyst geode from Brazil.

Visitors can touch rock and mineral specimens that date back to the beginning of our solar system.

Your family can uncover the mysteries of our planet’s origins, revealed in ancient meteorites and terrestrial rock.

The Glass Flowers

One of the Museum’s most famous treasures is the internationally acclaimed Ware Collection of Blaschka Glass Models of Plants, the renowned “Glass Flowers.” 

Glass artisans Leopold Blaschka and his son, Rudolph, created this unique collection of over 3,000 intricate models.

The commission began in 1886, continued for five decades, and represents more than 830 plant species.  

The Museum recently installed several Blaschka glass models from the Ware Collection that have not been seen at Harvard for over a decade.

New England Forests

This exhibit is a multi-media exhibition that explores the natural history and ecology of our regional forests, their responses to human activity, and their environmental significance. 

Visitors are invited to explore the ecology of woodland caribou, wolves, and other wildlife of New England; learn about lichen cities that cling to rocks; and the circle of life within and around a forest pond from tiny aquatic insects to giant moose.

Cenozoic Mammals

With a collection of rare and incredible fossils dating back to the Cenozoic Era, this exhibition reveals what life was like during the Age of Mammals, which directly followed the extinction of the dinosaurs.

Guests can expect to see the skeletons of animals such as mammoths, monster cats, and many other incredible creatures that once walked the face of our planet.

Marine Life

Not to be outdone by the New England Aquarium, the Harvard Natural History Museum actually houses their own recreation of the various types of marine life you can find in this area of the world.

While visiting this exhibition, you’ll have the opportunity to see glowing jellies, a giant sea turtle, dozens of fish, mollusks, crustaceans, corals, and other organisms found just off the shores of New England.

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If you couldn’t make it to Harvard University, then worry not! You can still explore the campus – just book a  through Harvard Campus Tour. 

A Harvard tour gives you insights into campus life and tells you why it is the best institute in the world. 

The tour revolves around exploring Harvard History, Harvard Culture, and Famous Harvardians.

This article covers everything you must know before booking tickets for the Harvard Campus Tour.

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The Harvard tours introduce you to the dynamic Harvard History, Harvard Culture, and Famous Harvardians. 

Harvard campus tour covers many landmarks such as Harvard Square, Harvard Yard, the John Harvard Statue (the university founder), Harvard Lampoon, and many more. 

All the tour guides are Harvard students who are charismatic, engaging, and enthusiastic. 

These guides make Harvard tours more like a show or a theatre filled with non-stop fun and entertainment. 

With the students’ guides by your side, you get to learn interesting facts about the university, its hidden secrets, and stories of popular Harvardians like Mark Zuckerberg, Barack Obama, Conan O’Brien, and many more. 

Harvard tours are designed to entertain both adults and children. AAA Magazine called them “great for families!” The tour guides cater to guests of all ages and families. 

Tickets for the Harvard tour are available to be purchased at the attraction or online in advance.

Online ticket prices tend to be cheaper than tickets at the attraction.

When you buy online, you can avoid standing in long queues and wasting time.

When you book early, you also get your preferred time slot.

Because some attractions sell a limited number of tickets, they may sell out during peak days. Booking online also helps avoid last-minute disappointment and delays.

Go to the Harvard tour booking page , select your preferred date and time and the number of tickets, and buy the tickets right away.

After the purchase, you will receive the tickets via email.

You don’t need to carry printouts.

Show the smartphone tickets at the meeting point on the day of your visit and begin your adventure.

Adult tickets for the Harvard Tour are available for US$23 for visitors aged between 18 and 64 years.

For children between four and 17 years of age, tickets are available for US$21.

Senior Citizens aged 65 and above can get the tickets for US$22.

Infants up to three years of age do not require a ticket.

Experience Harvard University like never before with a guided walking tour.

Explore the campus while learning about the oldest university in the USA and its notable landmarks.

The tour will be led by a student guide who will share interesting anecdotes about life at Harvard.

In addition, the ticket also includes an illustrated map of Harvard Square.

The tour route covers a distance of less than one mile.

Ticket Prices

Adult ticket (18 to 64 years): US$23 Senior ticket (65+ years): US$22 Child ticket (4 to 17 years): US$21 Infant tickets (up to 3 years): Free

Along with their Harvard Campus Tour, some tourists prefer to book a group tour of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology .

The Harvard campus tour starts from Harvard Square. 

Located at the junction of Massachusetts Avenue, Brattle Street, and John F. Kennedy Street, Harvard Square is thronged by visitors, students, and artists daily. 

You’ll find your tour guides outside the Harvard Red Line Subway Station next to the Out of Town News Kiosk. Get Directions

The closest street address is 1380 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138.

The 70-minute Harvard Tour is available throughout the week.

Visitors can choose between tour slots starting at 10 am and continuing every half hour till 4.30 pm. 

The Harvard walking tour lasts for about 70 minutes. 

There are umpteen stops on the 1-mile (1.6 km) long tour.

The tour guides will tell you the stories and significance of various landmarks you pass by.  

Established in 1636, Harvard is America’s oldest university and perhaps the most famous institution of higher education on the planet. Harvard is very much worth visiting.

This prestigious university contains tall buildings, libraries packed with books, and iconic sites that are breathtaking. 

Whether you’re a student or not, the campus has much to please your mind and soul. 

Since the students will walk you through the campus, you get an insider perspective about the university. 

All of this makes the Harvard Tour worth your money and time.

You’ll walk through the university gates, around the yard, and past some historic buildings with Harvard Tour guides. 

The major sites covered under Harvard Tours are:

Harvard Square

It is a commercial center in Cambridge with streets lined with cafes, restaurants, retail stores, cinemas, and bookstores. 

Johnston Gate

This majestic gate takes you to the world of knowledge and wisdom. It is one of the many doorways to Harvard Yard.

Harvard Yard

It is the heart of Harvard University, enclosed by wrought iron fences, walls, and a thick canopy of trees. The John Harvard Statue is situated in this beautiful yard. 

Science Center

It is a place for science and math buffs who experiment and do research.

Memorial Hall

The cornerstone of the building was laid in 1870 in memory of those who laid down their lives during the Civil War. 

New College Theatre

It hosts several theatrical and musical performances of Harvard students every year. NCT is also open to the general public to enjoy the performances of Harvard-affiliated groups and performers. 

The Harvard Lampoon

Sometimes referred to as “Lampoon Castle,” this sturdy castle consists of an office, library, dining hall, and a lounge. It is famous for publishing comic and humor magazines. 

Lowell Bell Tower

This blue-capped bell tower is in proximity to Harvard Yard and Harvard Square. It houses the iconic Russian bells.

It is better to come prepared for the weather to avoid surprises.

When coming for the tour, you can bring along the following items-

• Comfortable shoes

Before starting the campus tour, keep in mind the following points-

• The tour will go on despite rain or sunshine.
• Reach the tour’s starting point (Harvard Square) at least 10-15 minutes before the scheduled time. 

The tour does not take you inside any of the buildings.

Here are some questions visitors usually ask before taking the Harvard Walking Tour.

The tour includes a guided walk through Harvard Yard and visits to various historic buildings on campus.

Comfortable shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended.

Yes, it is best to buy tickets in advance to ensure availability and have a hassle-free experience.

The tours last approximately 70 minutes.

Yes, the tours are wheelchair accessible.

Yes, you can bring a backpack or bag on the tour, but it will be subject to security screening.

Yes, there is a gift shop at the Harvard University Information Center where you can purchase souvenirs and other items related to Harvard University.

No, pets are not allowed on the tour.

Yes, cameras are allowed, and visitors are free to take photographs.

Yes, restrooms are available at the Harvard University Information Center.

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