college campus tours

Welcome to goCAMPUSing America’s Premier College Campus Group Tour Company. We Work with School Districts, Individual Middle & High Schools, Non-Profit Organizations and Local, State and Federal College Awareness Programs [ like TRiO, Upward Bound, Gear Up, and AVID ] to Develop Customized In-Person College Campus Group Tours & Virtual Customized College Campus Tours to Fit Your Student Population. AND we offer an Online College Awareness Streaming Video Program for In-School OR Remote Learning [see our “Online College Pre-Req Program” Page on this website].

goCAMPUSing takes high school students & middle school students from all across America to visit and tour US Colleges/Universities and hear an Admissions Department’s presentation – In-Person. Students discuss with goCAMPUSing College Tour Leader about the entire college selection and application process and help discover how to find their right “fit” – academically, socially, and financially.

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Our clients love that we work out all of the college tour scheduling, transportation, meals, lodging, and a whole lot more! Basically, a goCAMPUSing college group tour is like a mini college prep course on wheels. A goCAMPUSing College Group Tour is informative, stress relieving, enlightening, convenient, affordable, and a whole lot of fun!

Scheduled or Customized College Group Tours for High School Students & Middle School Students (read more/less)

College Admissions Information Sessions
Same day/one day, overnight, or multiple day/night tours
Groups of 15 – 120 (students including chaperones)
School/program chaperones come for FREE
We travel all over the United States to any and all colleges
For middle and high schools, school districts/BOE, college awareness programs (GEAR UP, TRIO, UPWARD BOUND, TALENT SEARCH, and AVID), Organizations, Clubs, and Church Groups from all over the United States
goCAMPUSing also offers group tours for college students seeking to transfer to a four year college/university

goCAMPUSing College Tour Leader on Every Group Tour (read more/less)

At least one goCAMPUSing College Tour Leader on every group tour
goCAMPUSing College Tour Leader answer student’s questions about the colleges visited
goCAMPUSing College Tour Leader provide additional information and insight about other colleges not visited on that particular tour but that may be similar
goCAMPUSing’s College Pre-REQ College Awareness Video Program might be available on the bus

A Mini College Prep Course (read more/less)

Info tailored to Middle School students and High School freshmen, sophomores, juniors, rising seniors, and super seniors
Answer questions about any and all topics pertaining to college life
goCAMPUSing’s College Pre-Req College Awareness Video Program might be available on the bus

goCAMPUSing Information Packet (read more/less)

Profiles on each of the colleges visited on the tour
Information about the college selection and application process
Generalities of what colleges are looking for in an applicant
A list of college related questions to ask the tour guides
A glossary of important terminology

Experience at Least One Fun College/Community Event During a Tour [Time Permitting]

All ground transportation to and from each college visited, overnight lodging in 3 star hotels, three meals per day.

Below is a Listing of the Colleges We Tour

Why goCAMPUSing?
College Campus Tours
Online College Awareness Program PRE-REQ
Hey Students!
GEAR UP College Tours
TRIO College Tours
Hey Parents!
Hey Schools!
Hey Counselors!
UPWARD BOUND College Tours
AVID – College Tours
FAFSA Updates
Terms And Conditions
Privacy Statement
Testimonials
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Explore the ideas, artifacts, people, and places that have shaped our history for nearly 400 years.

Tour updates

Harvard visitor center tours.

All tours are 45 to 60 minutes long. Registration is required in advance for both in-person and virtual tours. Weekly tour registration will be available every Friday. You can download the Visit Harvard mobile app on iOS and Android devices. During business hours you may purchase a Self-Guided Tour Map for $3 available in multiple languages.

For information about Harvard College Admissions tours for prospective students, visit their website .

Official Historical Tour of Harvard

The free, student-led public walking tour through Harvard Yard provides a history of the University, general information, and a unique view on the students’ individual experience.

Visit Harvard mobile app

Explore Harvard with our free mobile app, featuring a collection of self-guided walking tours. Whichever tour you decide to embark on, you’ll be sure to learn something new.

Download the app on iOS and Android devices.

Historical Tour of Harvard

Learn the history behind well-known spots across Harvard’s campus! Each stop highlights iconic buildings, traditions, alumni, and much more.

Harvard Public Art & Culture Tour: Allston

Explore vibrant public art in Allston! You’ll encounter can’t-miss installations along Western Avenue and learn the stories behind them and their artists.

Harvard Public Art & Culture Tour: Cambridge

Discover a new side to our campus through an art-filled adventure! Explore outdoor art, famous architecture, renowned cultural institutions, and more.

Discover more Harvard tours

From nature walks to art galleries, these tour offerings include virtual options, in-person experiences, student and staff-led excursions, and more.

Tour spotlight

Harvard and the Legacy of Slavery

The Harvard and the Legacy of Slavery Walking Tour Experience explores Harvard University’s entanglements with the institution of slavery through a 10-stop tour around Harvard’s campus.

Learn more about the tour

Prospective students

Harvard College In-Person Campus Visit Options: in-person, student-led

Harvard College Virtual Tour Options: virtual

SEAS Tours Options: in-person, student-led

Harvard Business School Options: in-person, virtual, student-led, mobile

Harvard Law School Virtual Tour Video Options: virtual

Arts and culture

Harvard and the Legacy of Slavery Options: mobile

Harvard Art Museums: Student Guided Tours Options: in-person, student-led

Harvard Forest Field Trips & Tours Options: virtual, in-person, staff-led, self-guided

Arnold Arboretum: All Tours Options: in-person, virtual, staff-led, self-guided

Museums and libraries

Peabody Museum: All Tours Options: in-person, virtual, self-guided, staff-led

Houghton & Widener In-Person Tours Options: in-person, staff-led

Widener 360-Degree Virtual Tour Options: virtual, self-guided

Houghton Library Virtual Tour Options: virtual

Harvard Art Museums: Gallery Tours Options: in-person, self-guided, staff-led

Harvard Museums of Science & Culture: Virtual Tours Options: virtual, self-guided

Frequently asked questions

General tour information.

The Harvard University Visitor Center offers several different types of tours. For our in person tour offerings on campus, we provide the Official Historical Tour of Harvard. All tours are provided to the public for free and to private groups for a fee. Our tours typically run 45-60 minutes.

To view the schedule and register for our free public tours (virtual and in person), please visit our Eventbrite page . To request a virtual or in person private tour, visit this link .

We also offer a free self-guided historical tour through the Visit Harvard mobile app, which you can download on iOS and Android devices. You can take this self-guided tour on campus or from the comfort of your own home.

Information About Free In Person Tours

The in person Historical Tour of Harvard explores Harvard Yard. Tours depart from the Visitor Center which is located at the front desk in the Smith Campus Center. Our address is 1350 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02138.

Registration for our in person tours must be made in advance. Registration is made available starting the Friday before your tour week. Parties of up to 14 persons can register for a free in person tour. Parties of 15-60 are encouraged to submit a request for a private tour .

Registered tour goers should arrive at the Visitor Center at least 15 minutes before your tour to check-in. Tours depart from the Smith Campus Center and end in Harvard Yard.

Information About 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 at Harvard or from the comfort of your own home.

What tours are being offered in the mobile app? Currently on the app, visitors can take a mobile version of our popular in-person and virtual tour, the Historical Tour of Harvard.

How long is the mobile tour? This self-guided tour takes place across 14 mapped stops through Harvard’s campus. At a standard walking pace, it will take between 45-60 minutes to complete the 1 mile long tour.

Can I take the mobile tour in-person or virtually? The mobile tour is designed to be accessed in-person on Harvard University’s campus, starting at the Harvard Visitor Center, located at the Smith Campus Center in Harvard Square (1350 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA). It can also be viewed from the comfort of your own home. Simply download Visit Harvard in the app store, select the Historical Tour of Harvard, 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 . There is also a desktop version of the app you can access here .

Learn More About the Harvard College Admissions Process

For more information about Harvard College Admissions, please visit their official website . Their contact information can be found here .

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College Campus Tours

Travel time and considerable costs have traditionally kept prospective students to only a few choice college tours . But your institution could make itself accessible to an unlimited number of qualified international applicants by removing those factors. YouVisit's unmatched virtual tour software allows us to create, customized virtual college campus tours , which can be accessed from school Websites, Facebook, mobile apps and college selection Websites. In addition, YouVisit offers an assortment of social media and mobile applications. Prospective students, faculty members and their families can explore your grounds from the comfort of their computers or smartphones.

College Campus Tours Services:

Customized Program: Based on a thorough assessment of your institution's needs, YouVisit experts outline their recommendations for a personalized program.
Fast Turnaround: YouVisit project managers deliver and launch your custom Virtual Visit within six to eight weeks.
No Guesswork: YouVisit's interactive online solutions are tracked and measured. Past successes created as much as an 80% increase in inquiries, 30% increase in physical campus visits, increased diversity with visitors spanning more than 100 countries and higher conversion rates for applications and enrollment.

College Campus Tours Products:

Virtual Tour Models
Facebook Services
HD Video Production
Mobile Apps

Contact YouVisit if you are interested in a complimentary Web evaluation and consultation, or to learn more about our online virtual tours. For more information on ensuring that your college, school and/or university is always accessible to viable candidates, please call YouVisit at 866.585.7158, or click here to contact one of our representatives.

Campus Visits: Know Before You Go

Find the right college for you..

You can only tell so much from colleges' websites and brochures. By spending time on campus, you can speak in person with an admissions officer as well as students and get a good idea of what academic and social life are like there. When it's time to choose a college to attend, you'll be better prepared to make an informed decision.

Arrange a Campus Visit

All colleges have admissions offices that can help you plan your visit. Your high school may organize group tours of nearby colleges. And you can plan your own informal visit to a college campus. Take these important steps first:

Visit the college's admissions website to get details about arranging for an in-person visit.
Check with your school counselor to see if any campus tours are scheduled.
Set aside time to be on your own. Walk around the public area.

What to Expect When You Get on Campus

Campus visits can range from a quick hour to an overnight stay and from a casual guided tour to a formal presentation. Be sure to ask how long the whole visit will take so that you can be prepared.

Most campus visits will include the following:

An information session, during which an admissions representative talks to you or your group about the college before the campus tour.
A campus tour: These are usually led by college students. You'll see the main parts of the campus and have a chance to ask questions.

At many colleges, you can also arrange to:

Attend a class.
Meet with a professor.
Meet with an admissions officer.
Meet with a financial aid officer.
Attend a club meeting or sports practice session.
Eat in a dining hall.
Spend the night in a dorm to experience student life.

Get Ready for Your Campus Tour

Before your visit, you need to prepare. It's a good idea to do these things:

Explore the college's official website, and review any materials the college has sent you. This will help you come up with questions specific to that college.
Make a list of questions to ask both staff and students. You can use our Campus Visit Checklist as a starting point.
Explore the map of the college campus and make a note of where the admissions office is so you’ll know where you’re going. This will help ensure that you're on time for your visit.

When you're ready to go, remember to:

Take notes in your phone or notebook so that you don’t forget the details of your collegiate trips.
Take pictures so that you can remember what the campus looks like.
Compare the colleges that you visit by using the Campus Visit Score Card .

What to Do if You Can't Make an In-Person Campus Visit

All is not lost if you can't visit in person. You can still:

Check the admissions website to see if they have virtual campus tours or events.
Talk to students who currently attend the college.
Go online to see if the college has a newspaper you can read.
View Campus Reel videos on BigFuture.

What should I take on a college campus tour?

When you visit any college, it's a good idea to take your smartphone or camera, notebook, and a small backpack. You'll want to make a record of your experience with pictures, videos, and notes. You may want a jacket or packable umbrella in your backpack to prepare for weather changes. Also, comfortable shoes are a good idea to avoid aching feet from taking the college tour.

What are 6 things you should do on a college visit?

One of the most useful things you can do on collegiate trips is to ask questions of current students. You'll likely get honest answers that will give you valuable insight into the school and its opportunities. Other things to do on a campus tour include:

Visit the library.
Visit classrooms.
Ask an admissions officer questions.
Take photos of at least three specific things you want to remember about the campus.
Have a meal in the dining hall.

How do you prepare for college tours?

Before you visit any college, it's best to make a checklist of what you'd like to see. Try to include things on your list that you may not see on the typical college tour. Another thing to do is make a reservation to participate in a campus tour so that you can work it into your schedule for the day in advance. Put your items in your backpack the night before your visit so you have everything you need in one place.

What are good questions to ask on a college tour?

The best college tour questions tend to be about campus life. A few examples of good questions include: What is the typical class size? Do all first-year students live on campus? What are some examples of extracurricular activities? Do all students have access to an academic adviser? Where do students go to relax outside of class?

Are college tours worth it?

Yes, it's worth your time to take collegiate trips. Looking at a college's website and reading pamphlets can only provide you with limited information. When you visit a college, you get to absorb the atmosphere on campus and hear firsthand impressions from the students themselves. Plus, when you tour a campus, it allows you to imagine yourself as a student there. An in-person campus tour and your research at home should combine to give you a clear impression of the college.