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Harvard Square, Cambridge

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Harvard Square is a central meeting and shopping district for Harvard students, and its accessible via the MBTA Red Line. Famous musicians, such as Tracy Chapman and Amanda Palmer, have played here. Many visitors come for the coffee shops and street performers. In fact, a bronze statue of a puppet by Igor Fokin pays tribute to the many street performers. Head to the tourist booth to get information and admire the free Lumen Eclipse exhibit, which showcases local, national, and international artists. Watch skateboarders show off their skills at the Pit. Arrange to visit Harvard Square and other attractions in Cambridge using our Cambridge trip itinerary builder website.
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Harvard Square reviews

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4.5
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  • Super fun area to check out while in the area! Beautiful shops / places to eat nestled right next to Harvard University! Very walker friendly. Lots of public parking lots (parking prices are on the... 
    Super fun area to check out while in the area! Beautiful shops / places to eat nestled right next to Harvard University! Very walker friendly. Lots of public parking lots (parking prices are on the...  more »
  • A charming spot that serves as student central for eating, shops, and more. Feels like an extension of the Harvard campus. 
    A charming spot that serves as student central for eating, shops, and more. Feels like an extension of the Harvard campus.  more »
  • Easy walk around the square with many different small shops with ethnic slants. Easy to navigate, and well worth a visit. 
    Easy walk around the square with many different small shops with ethnic slants. Easy to navigate, and well worth a visit.  more »
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  • This location was absolutely beautiful! The food was very good! Expensive, but that was to be expected. My girlfriend took us here for my birthday dinner and it was cute when we came in (after making reservations online) they had a birthday card there waiting for me. Our waiter Joseph was very sweet and extremely knowledgeable!! Loved learning the history behind the building and location!!
  • A nice place to visit in Boston. It’s usually busy. There are many good options to eat nearby and cool shops (especially bookstores). You can also use Harvard visit app for a free self-guided tour to different parts of Harvard campus which are all nearby.
  • This is a great place to visit when on vacation in Boston. You have the campus on one side and so many great shops and restaurants to choose from all around. Easy connection via the red line which puts you right in the center of the action. Make sure to check out the Harvard Art Museum while you are there. There is a great independent bookstore to visit. Several great places to get a cup of coffee, Pavement Coffee, Tatte Bakery, Peet's just to name a few. Also keep your eye out for the random turkey walking down the street.
  • I loved the atmosphere in harvard Square. Streets full with students but it's realy nice to see them there. Even it's full with students it's realy calm and peaceful place. Shops are little bit expensive. But you need to see there
  • It’s a fun place to visit because the whole area is lively with lots of students, tourists, residents alike. Parking could be a challenge so come early if possible.

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