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Boston City Day Trip: Harvard, MIT & Quincy Market
From$123
8 hours
Boston, USA
About this activity
Experience Boston's academic heritage with visits to Harvard University, MIT, and Quincy Market in a comprehensive day trip.
Highlights
- Explore Harvard's historic campus
- Discover MIT's innovative architecture
- Shop and dine at Quincy Market
- Learn about Boston's rich academic history
- Enjoy a guided tour with local insights
Full description
Dive into Boston's rich academic heritage with a guided day trip to Harvard University, the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), and Quincy Market. Wander through Harvard's historic campus, marvel at MIT's innovative architecture, and savor local flavors at Quincy Market. This tour offers a perfect blend of education, culture, and cuisine, providing a memorable experience of Boston's iconic landmarks.
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Harvard University
- Visit to Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
- Exploration of Quincy Market
- Meals and beverages
Itinerary
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Pass by: The trip will start in the city of Cambridge, MA where we will visit the Harvard University. Later, we will take pictures with the main academic building of MIT. Another fun will begin as soon as you board the Boston Harbor Cruise and enjoy a breathtaking view of the Boston. Itinerary : Boston → Cambridge → Harvard University In-Depth Tour (Optional, 60 mins) → MIT Campus Tour (30 mins) → Boston → View Boston at Prudential Center (Mandatory, 120 mins, lunch time included) → Boston Harbor Cruise (Optional, 60 mins) → Quincy Market (60 mins)
Admission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Roundtrip est. driving hours and traffic time may varies.
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Harvard University in-depth Tour Benefits: A Harvard student guide will greet your group on campus. Tours are scheduled to fit your needs with year-round availability.
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NO
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MIT Campus The Massachusetts Institute of Technology located in Cambridge, Massachusetts is a research university known for its highly selective and intense academics. MIT alumni include 24 Nobel Prize winners and 22 Rhodes Scholars.
Duration: 30 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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View Boston at Prudential Center (Mandatory Fee, 120 mins, lunch time included) View Boston is a 360° taste of the city, offering breathtaking views atop one of the tallest buildings in New England. You will find plenty of photo opportunities as you roam the 360-degree open air roof deck and stop to enjoy beverages with a view at Stratus. Explore the remarkable 3D model of the city with projection-mapping to dramatically reveal the seasons, spirit, and celebrations that bring Boston to life. Be enveloped by the 270-degree immersive theater screen showcasing street-level exploration of various neighborhoods and behind-the-scenes perspective from some of Boston’s most beloved attractions, including Fenway Park!
Duration: 2 hoursAdmission: NO
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Boston Harbor Cruise (Optional, 60 mins) See the famous Boston skyline like never before with a cruise of Boston Harbor. From the peak of the Prudential tower to the quaint North End, this beautiful and historic city is best viewed from the bay!
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NO
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Quincy Market in the Faneuil Hall marketplace of downtown Boston, it is a historic building that still serves as a souvenir marketplace and food court today. The area has expanded to include two other marketplace buildings as well.
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
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Roundtrip driving times，rest stops and traffic times may varies.
Duration: 1 hourAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE
Important information
Know before you book
- Tour operates rain or shine; dress appropriately
- Confirm tour availability and book in advance
- Be prepared for a full day of walking and exploration
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes for campus tours
- Bring a camera to capture iconic landmarks
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Infants Required On Laps
- Easy Public Transport
- Stroller Accessible
Good to know
- Travelers under 18 must be with an adult. Pregnant travelers allowed if under 24 weeks.
- Tour duration includes visit times, travel, traffic, and driving between locations.
- Please verify your name and contact details; errors may incur additional costs.
- You must provide your pick-up location to the operator at least 3 days beforedeparture. If not received, the default pick-up will be:Chinatown, Boston；88 Beach St, Boston, MA 02111
- For multiple bookings, please provide all confirmationnumbers after booking to ensure you travel on the same bus.
- By selecting an option and completing your booking, you confirm that youhave read, understood, and agreed to the tour's full product description,including all details about itinerary, included and excluded fees. Your paymentindicates your acceptance of these terms.
- Tickets & Admission: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are notaccepted. All admission tickets must be purchased during booking or fromyour guide on the day of the tour.
- Bring comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, sun hat, sunglasses,sunscreen, cash, and water for hydration. A valid reachable phone number isrequired for safety and trip communication.
- Children under 6 may require a booster seat by law. Coachbuses usually do not need one, but winter tours using vans/minivans may. Please contact the operator in advance if needed; rental available on request.
Traveler reviews
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I recommend this tour.
I thoroughly enjoyed the Boston tour! The itinerary was impeccably organized, allowing us to experience the city's highlights seamlessly. Our tour guide was incredibly professional and knowledgeable, providing fascinating historical insights that deepened our understanding of this remarkable city. I highly recommend this tour to anyone looking to explore Boston in a comprehensive and engaging way.
mike_zAug 7, 2024VIATOR
Do not recommend-Glorified Uber Ride
This was a disappointing Viator tour which I would not recommend. We have used Viator for our tours in the US and overseas…usually amazing experience, but this one I would not recommend. Tour was to include: stops at Harvard, MIT, included in price was a boat tour, Prudential Center, and Quincy Market. There were additional upgrade activities we could purchase like private tour of Harvard with undergrad and going to observation deck at prudential center. Again these were optional upgrades in the description. When we met tour operator in the AM he said we had additional costs that were now mandatory to pay for boat tour and prudential center. I had to spend the first 20 minutes of the tour contacting viator which they were not helpful only saying the would contact tour operator to try to get refund. Tour guide finally got a hold of tour operator and which they did confirm the boat tour came with our guide package. Tour guide said if we did not do “optional upgrade” for prudential center he would not take us to that stop. Additionally, all tours we have taken with Viator the guide gave way more historical commentary. For $120 per person this was a glorified Uber driver. Tour driver was pleasant, but save your money and take some other tour!!!
Jennifer_CJun 21, 2024VIATOR
Additional information
Travelers under 18 must be with an adult. Pregnant travelers allowed if under 24 weeks.
Tour duration includes visit times, travel, traffic, and driving between locations.
Please verify your name and contact details; errors may incur additional costs.
You must provide your pick-up location to the operator at least 3 days beforedeparture. If not received, the default pick-up will be:Chinatown, Boston；88 Beach St, Boston, MA 02111
For multiple bookings, please provide all confirmationnumbers after booking to ensure you travel on the same bus.
By selecting an option and completing your booking, you confirm that youhave read, understood, and agreed to the tour's full product description,including all details about itinerary, included and excluded fees. Your paymentindicates your acceptance of these terms.
Tickets & Admission: Third-party attraction tickets or city passes are notaccepted. All admission tickets must be purchased during booking or fromyour guide on the day of the tour.
Bring comfortable shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, sun hat, sunglasses,sunscreen, cash, and water for hydration. A valid reachable phone number isrequired for safety and trip communication.
Children under 6 may require a booster seat by law. Coachbuses usually do not need one, but winter tours using vans/minivans may. Please contact the operator in advance if needed; rental available on request.