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Harvard Square

Cambridge, MA 02138
617 491 3434
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Ranked #7 of 45 attractions in Cambridge
Type: Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Activities: City walk sightseeing, Dining, Shopping, People-watching
Traveler Description: Some facts about Harvard Square:  - Home to Harvard University, renowned academic institution with a massive endowment, arguably the hardest college... more »
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Cheyenne, Wyoming
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2013 NEW

Harvard Square was so pretty. We walked around all afternoon just enjoying the sites. I love the historical nature of Harvard. I had to see it!

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Muscle Shoals, Alabama
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 NEW

We were only in Harvard Square for a couple hours, it was pouring rain while we were there...so walking around was not the best situation...but what we saw was awesome! We went into several cutey unique stores. It would have been much more fun if there would not have been so much rain!

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Melbourne, Australia
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

A buzzing alive space in an university town. Variety of people and attractive central space with public wifi!

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Massachusetts
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

Harvard Square has evolved over the years but it is still an interesting place to spend an evening. Dining options range from the high end (Rialto & Harvest) to the low brow (Pinocchio's Pizza) but you wont go hungry. We've lost one theatre but you can still catch a classic at the Brattle or take in a play at the... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

My husband and I enjoyed walking around Harvard Square. We enjoyed coffee, bookstores, and gift shops. it was a perfect way to experience the Harvard area.

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Boston, Massachusetts
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 7, 2013

This area if full of students and younger crowd, making it extremely lively. The restaurants in the area are worth trying too!

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Brazil
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

Only 20 minutes away from Boston downtown by train (with a fare of only USD 2,50), this area around Harvard University is so vivid yet so classical worths visit it! Lots of students walk there, and lots of shops, coffee shops and restaurants are there to be visited! Don't miss it!

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Edmonton, Alberta
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 6, 2013

Boston is a college city and it would not be complete without a walk through the buildings at Harvard. The structures proudly stand near the square and the grounds are lovely. Don't think you can access the library though as you need student ID for that visit. Lots of restaurants and little shops, many obviously catering to a different group... More

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Houston
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 4, 2013

Very touristy - but obviously that's why you went. nice and cozy. lotsa small shops. get souvenirs. get a t-shirt with Ha-vahd!

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Los Angeles
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

The faces are the same, Harvard students, local color with the homeless sometimes annoying but never threatening. Lots of activity, stores and a classic take for all.

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