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Things to do in Harvard Square

Scout has 0 verified spots mapped in Harvard Square, 8 with full Scout intelligence.

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Typical spend

$80

Typical visit

1.5 hr

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Best spots in Harvard Square

Wusong Road Tiki Bar

Harvard Square

Wusong Road Tiki Bar

This tiki bar is good for a fun evening out with exotic drinks and food, making it suitable for a date or a gathering with friends. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $40-$80 per person on drinks and small plates.

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$40–$80 typical1.5 hr visithard parking
Waypoint

Harvard Square

Waypoint

Waypoint is a good spot for a dinner out, offering seafood, pizzas, and pastas in a hip setting. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $50-$100 per person.

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$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visithard parking
Tatte Bakery & Cafe | Harvard Square

Harvard Square

Tatte Bakery & Cafe | Harvard Square

Tatte Harvard Square is good for a casual breakfast or lunch, often crowded but reliable for coffee and pastries. Expect to spend an hour and around $15-35 per person.

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$15–$35 typical45 min visithard parking
Alden & Harlow

Harvard Square

Alden & Harlow

Alden & Harlow is suitable for a sophisticated dinner or drinks with friends, perhaps after exploring Harvard Square. Expect a meal of 1.5 to 2 hours, costing roughly $50-100 per person.

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$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visithard parking
Blank Street

Harvard Square

Blank Street

This coffee shop is suitable for a quick stop for a beverage or a light snack, often before or after a work/school day. Expect to spend 15-30 minutes and a few dollars per person.

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$5–$10 typical45 min visithard parking
Harvest

Harvard Square

Harvest

Harvest is a long-standing upscale American restaurant in Cambridge, suitable for a romantic dinner or special celebration, especially if dining in their garden courtyard. Expect a 1.5-2 hour meal costing around $75-$150 per person, excluding drinks.

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$75–$150 typical1.5 hr visithard parking
The Harvard Tour

Harvard Square

The Harvard Tour

This walking tour is a solid daytime activity for visitors or families exploring Cambridge, offering an educational and scenic look at Harvard's history and campus. Expect to walk for about 1.5 hours and pay around $20-25 per person.

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$20–$25 typical1.3 hr visithard parking
Harvard Square

Harvard Square

Harvard Square

Harvard Square is a mixed-use area good for exploring shops, grabbing a meal, or catching a show. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $10-$50 per person, often combined with a visit to Harvard University.

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$10–$50 typical3 hr visithard parking

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