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Harvard Square, Cambridge

JFK St., Harvard Square, Cambridge, Ma.
Mass. Ave., Harvard Square, Cambridge, Ma.
Brattle St., Harvard Square, Cambridge, Ma.

Independent shops and big chains along with many restaurants and cafes coexist with the buildings of Harvard University in what is known as Harvard Square. (Read More)


Unique shops like vinyl record stores, comic book shops, stationers, an anime store, a hat shop and a poetry book shop can be found. Wooden chess sets, designer watches, books, artisan gifts, preppy clothing, Harvard apparel and Boston souvenirs are items you can find on a shopping trip here. Eating options include pizza, burgers, ramen noodles, poke bowls as well as elegant dinners. Harvard Yard makes for a lovely amble amidst the historic brick architecture and shady trees. The Charles River is one third of a mile away from the heart of "the Square" and can be viewed from the Anderson Bridge and JFK Park. Many annual events throughout the year bring a festive atmosphere. Street buskers, outdoor chess players and strolling students are regular parts of Harvard Square life. (Less)


Harvard Square, Cambridge, Massachusetts

Independent shops and big chains along with many restaurants and cafes coexist with the buildings of Harvard University in what is known as Harvard Square. Unique shops like vinyl record stores, comic book shops, stationers, an anime store, a hat shop and a poetry book shop can be found. Wooden chess sets, designer watches, books, artisan gifts, preppy clothing, Harvard apparel and Boston souvenirs are items you can find on a shopping trip here. Eating options include pizza, burgers, ramen noodles, poke bowls as well as elegant dinners. Harvard Yard makes for a lovely amble amidst the historic brick architecture and shady trees. The Charles River is one third of a mile away from the heart of "the Square" and can be viewed from the Anderson Bridge and JFK Park. Many annual events throughout the year bring a festive atmosphere. Street buskers, outdoor chess players and strolling students are regular parts of Harvard Square life.

Shops
Abodeon - modern and vintage items for the home, gifts; mid-century modern and new designs; online store; 1731 Mass Ave. 617-497-0137WEBSITE
Abrano Silver - handcrafted jewelry using sterling silver and semi-precious stones; 35 A Brattle St. 617-576-9595WEBSITE
Andover Shop - men's and women's clothing, jackets, sweaters, prep school style, custom pieces; 22 Holyoke St. 617-876-4900WEBSITE
Anime Zakka - Anime themed t-shirts, gifts, accessories; located in The Garage mall, 2nd floor; 36 JFK St. 617-945-2743WEBSITE
Anthropologie - women's clothing, accessories, shoes, beauty and skin care products, home furnishings and decor; 48 Brattle St. 617-354-3031WEBSITE
Armageddon Shop - vinyl records, CD's, DVD's, cassettes, t-shirts, magazines, books; new and used items; shop buys used items, call ahead; also, locally created music; 12 B Eliot St. 617-492-1235WEBSITE
Black Ink - CLOSED; online shop only; stationery, cards, gifts, kitchen items; 5 Brattle St. 617-497-1221WEBSITE
Cabots Candy - candy shop; fudge, caramels, brittle, truffles, chocolate, taffy, also, sugar free candy; 1300 Mass Ave. 617-497-7500WEBSITE
Cambridge Artists Cooperative - artisan made jewelry, pottery, glassware, lamps, accessories, decor, ties, cuff links, clocks, gifts; 59 A Church St. 617-868-4434WEBSITE
Cardullo's Gourmet Shoppe - imported foods, speciality items, prepared foods, wines, chocolates, pastries, deli food, cheeses, sandwiches to go, gift baskets; 6 Brattle St. 617-491-8888WEBSITE
Concepts - CLOSED; 37 Brattle St. 617-491-9696WEBSITE
Crimson Corner - CLOSED; newspapers, magazines, souvenirs; moved to new location; 35 Brattle St. 617-864-0700WEBSITE
David Hawthorne Violin Bows - MOVED to Waltham; bow maker; also, adjustments, repair, restoration, appraisal; 5 JFK St. #301 617-491-0781WEBSITE
EH Chocolatier - local chocolate maker offering hand crafted confections and bonbons; also, vegan and dairy free options; located 1 mile northwest of Harvard Square; 145 Huron Ave. 617-284-6096WEBSITE
EMS - CLOSED; 1 Brattle Square 617-864-2061WEBSITE
Esmeralda - gifts, handmade jewelry, wallets, accessories; 54 Church St. 617-661-0900WEBSITE
Follow the Honey - domestic and international honey, candles, soaps and skin cream, gift boxes; 1132 Mass Ave. 617-945-7356WEBSITE
Forty Winks Lingerie - lingerie, pajamas, robes, wedding lingerie; 56 JFK St. 617-492-9100WEBSITE
Free People - CLOSED; 63 Church St. 617-497-4350WEBSITE
Gap - men's, women's and children's clothing; 15 Brattle St. 617-864-9077WEBSITE
Grolier Poetry Bookshop - poetry bookstore; poetry reading events; 6 Plympton St. 617-547-4648WEBSITE
Harvard Book Store - independent bookstore; author events, talks; digital audiobooks, online store, university apparel and gifts; used books bought and sold in basement level; 1256 Mass Ave. 617-661-1515WEBSITE
Harvard Coop - men's, women's and children's university apparel, gifts, decor with Harvard and MIT insignias; textbooks, bookstore; 1400 Mass Ave. 617-499-2000WEBSITE
Harvard Shop - student run shop with Harvard and MIT themed apparel, accessories, gifts; three locations 65 Mt. Auburn St., 52 JFK St. and in Garage mall at 34 JFK St.; 65 Mt. Auburn St. 617-495-0317WEBSITE
Hempest - men's and women's clothing, accessories, skin care products, backpacks, wallets; 36 JFK St. 617-868-4367WEBSITE
Henry Bear's Park - independent toy shop stocked with toys, games, puzzles, construction sets, baby toys; located off Mass. Ave. in the Porter Sq. Shopping Ctr., 1 mile north of Harvard Square; 17 White St., Porter Square 617-547-8424WEBSITE
Hunt's Photo & Video - new and used cameras, and photography gear; rentals, printers, classes; 99 Mt. Auburn St. 617-576-0969WEBSITE
In Your Ear Records - CLOSED; record store selling vinyl, cd's, dvd's; 72 Mt. Auburn St. 617-491-5035WEBSITE
J. August - men's and women's apparel with Harvard logo; variety of accessories and gifts with Harvard theme; 1320 Mass Ave. 617-499-2114WEBSITE
Joie de Vivre - CLOSED; gift shop with unique and humorous gifts; 1792 Mass Ave. 617-864-8188WEBSITE
Kulturez - CLOSED; 36 JFK St. 617-661-3865WEBSITE
L.A. Burdick - chocolate shop serving liquid chocolate, specialty drinks, pastries, chocolate; small cafe seating area; 52 Brattle St. 617-491-4340WEBSITE
Leavitt and Peirce - smoke shop also carrying games, chess boards, gifts, shaving accessories, toiletries; 1316 Mass Ave. 617-547-0576WEBSITE
Looks - women's clothing boutique; accessories, footwear; 2 Arrow St. 617-491-4251WEBSITE
Marathon Sports - running and walking shoes, accessories, apparel; 1654 Mass Ave. 617-354-4161WEBSITE
Million Year Picnic - comics, graphic novels, books, toys, t-shirts; 99 Mt. Auburn St. 617-492-6763WEBSITE
Mint Julep - women's clothing boutique; accessories, jewelry; 6 Church St. 617-576-6468WEBSITE
Moleskine - planners, notebooks, journals, stationery accessories, phone cases, customization; 35 A Brattle St. 617-714-4332WEBSITE
Newbury Comics - new and used cd's, dvd's; video games, posters, t-shirts, collectibles, graphic novels, comics, books, jewelry, trading cards; online shopping; 36 JFK St. 617-491-0337WEBSITE
New England Comics - comic books, collectibles, toys, Magic Cards, graphic novels; buying and selling; 14 A Eliot St. 617-354-5352WEBSITE
Out of Town News - CLOSED; newsstand across from t-stop; international and varied newspaper stand; Zero Harvard Sq. 617-354-1441WEBSITE
Planet Records - vinyl records, cd's, dvd's, music related books; selling and trading services; online sales too; 144 Mt. Auburn St. 617-492-0693WEBSITE
Porter Square Books - independent book store with staff picks for adults and children; events; Cafe Zing in store; located off of Mass. Ave. in the Porter Sq. Shopping Ctr., 1 mile north of Harvard Square; 25 White St., Porter Square 617-491-2220WEBSITE
Raven Used Books - MOVED to Shelburne Falls, Mass.; used book shop specializing in literary and scholarly publications from university presses; 23 Church St. 617-441-6999WEBSITE
Rebekah Brooks Jewelry - uniquely designed jewelry, silver, gold, gemstones; bridal collections, customized pieces; also, antique jewelry; 17 Brattle St. 617-864-1639WEBSITE
Rodney's Bookstore - independent book store; 23 Church St. 617-876-6467WEBSITE
Schoenhof's Foreign Books - CLOSED; changed to online only; foreign language bookstore; 617-547-8855WEBSITE
Sign of the Dove Gallery - artisan co-op offering pottery, jewelry, glass art, fiber creations, ceramics and more; gifts, accessories, wall art; located in Porter Sq. Shopping Ctr., 1 mi. north of Harvard Sq.; 36 White St., Porter Square 617-491-4646WEBSITE
Swiss Watchmaker - brand name watch, clocks, watch strap, pocket watch sales; also, repair and battery replacement; 58 Church St. 617-864-1163WEBSITE
Tayrona - CLOSED; 1156 Mass Ave. 617-661-4267WEBSITE
Tess - women's clothing boutique; 41 Brattle St. 617-864-8377WEBSITE
The Garage - indoor mini-mall with shops, restaurants, cafe and other small businesses; located in Harvard Square; 36 JFK St. WEBSITE
Tibet's Jinten - Himalayan fair trade imports; apparel, jewelry, decor, gifts; 1174 Mass Ave. 617-868-1030WEBSITE
Urban Outfitters - CLOSED; clothes, gifts, accessories, decor; 11 JFK St. 617-864-0070WEBSITE
Ward Maps - antique maps, custom and standard frames; scanning and consignment services, plus custom wall art from your map; also transit and railroad memorabilia; 1735 Mass Ave., Porter Square 617-497-0737WEBSITE
World's Only Curious George Store - MOVING to Central Square, Cambridge; toy store highlighting Curious George books and toys; Central Square 617-547-4500WEBSITE
Zinnia Jewelry - unique jewelry from family owned long time business; 1300 Mass Ave. 617-354-1800WEBSITE

Facebook page - Harvard Square Facebook page by Harvard Square Business Assoc.WEBSITE
Harvard Square Shops - www.harvardsquare.com ; Harvard Square Business Assocation shop infoWEBSITE

Parking
Charles Square Parking Garage - located at the Charles Hotel; 1 Bennett St. 617-491-0298WEBSITE
Harvard Square Parking Garage - 20 Eliot St. 617-354-4168WEBSITE
University Place Parking Garage - parking garage off of Mt. Auburn St. and close to Charles Square Hotel; special discounts with validation from local shops; 45 University Rd. 617-491-0801WEBSITE

General Information
Harvard Square Information - www.harvardsquare.com; Harvard Square Business Assocation visitor infoWEBSITE

Restaurants
Alden & Harlow - lower level open dining room serving elegant, modern and creative dishes; steak, seafood, pork, pastas; also, brunch menu; 40 Brattle St. 617-864-2100WEBSITE
Benedetto - multi-course Italian dinners; located inside Charles Hotel; 1 Bennett St. 617-661-5050WEBSITE
Blank Street Coffee - coffee shop; 1380 Mass Ave. WEBSITE
Blue Bottle Coffee - coffee cafe, baked goods, breakfast items; 40 Bow St. 510-653-3394WEBSITE
Bluestone Lane Cafe - coffee and breakfast cafe with 2 level dining area; Australian inspired style; lunch items too; 27 Brattle St. 718-374-6858WEBSITE
Boloco Harvard - CLOSED; 71 Mt. Auburn St. 617-354-5838WEBSITE
Bonchon Chicken - casual Korean fried and barbecue chicken plus a variety of Asian rice and noodle dishes; 57 JFK St. 617-868-0981WEBSITE
Border Cafe - Tex-Mex and Cajun dishes; vegetarian choices, kids menu; temporarily closed for renovations; 32 Church St. 617-864-6100WEBSITE
Cafe Algiers - CLOSED; cafe; 40 Brattle St. 617-492-1557WEBSITE
Cafe Gato Rojo - student run coffee cafe in basement of Lehman Hall, Harvard Yard; closed during student breaks; 617-496-4658WEBSITE
Cafe Pamplona - CLOSED; cafe serving espresso, coffees, teas, soups, sandwiches, salads, desserts, frappes; seasonal outdoor seating; 12 Bow St. 617-492-0352WEBSITE
Cafe Sushi - Japanese restaurant serving sushi, sashimi, nigiri and make; also, bento boxes; dine in and take out; 1105 Mass Ave. 617-492-0434WEBSITE
Cardullo's Gourmet Shoppe - imported foods, speciality items, prepared foods, wines, chocolates, pastries, deli food, cheeses, sandwiches to go, gift baskets; 6 Brattle St. 617-491-8888WEBSITE
Charlies Kitchen - casual bar serving variety of burgers, plus fried chicken, fish and chips, sides; scheduled evening entertainment; 10 Eliot St. 617-492-9646WEBSITE
Daedalus - indoor booths and bar, outdoor roof deck; lunch, dinner, cocktails, desserts; 45 Mt. Auburn St. 617-349-0071WEBSITE
El Jefe's Taqueria - casual Mexican eatery with assembled dishes; breakfast, lunch, dinner and late night hours; 83 Mt. Auburn St. 617-945-1986WEBSITE
Felipe's Taqueria - casual Mexican eatery with assembled dishes; indoor seating plus outdoor rooftop area; dine in or take out; 21 Brattle St. 617-354-9944WEBSITE
Giulia - Italian restaurant serving multi-course dinner; 1682 Mass Ave. 617-441-2800WEBSITE
Grafton Street Pub and Grill - tavern with lunch, dinner, brunch, dessert and late menus; sandwiches, entrees, salads, burgers, fish and chips; 1230 Mass Ave 617-497-0400WEBSITE
Gyu Kaku Japanese BBQ - Japanese restaurant featuring table side barbecue and shared plates; kids menu; 16-18 Eliot St., 2nd Fl. 857-259-6666WEBSITE
Harvest - contemporary New England cuisine in secluded, comfortable open dining room, plus outdoor garden cafe; award winning chefs serving lunch, dinner, brunch, desserts; 44 Brattle St., walkway 617-868-2255WEBSITE
Hokkaido Ramen Santouka - restaurant serving a variety of ramen noodle soups, plus rice bowls, appetizers and combos; 1 Bow St. 617-945-1460WEBSITE
Hourly Oyster House - oyster and seafood dishes; raw oysters and other shellfish; booths and table seating; lunch, dinner, brunch, dessert menus; also, fish and chips, chowder, lobster; 15 Dunster St. 617-765-2342WEBSITE
Hourly Oyster House - seafood restaurant and raw bar serving oysters, chowder, salads, seafood entrees, lobster rolls, variety of seafood appetizers; 15 Dunster St. 617-765-2342WEBSITE
John Harvard's Brewery & Ale House - CLOSED; pub and restaurant; 33 Dunster St. 617-868-3585WEBSITE
J.P. Licks - ice cream shop; 1312 Mass Ave. 617-492-1001WEBSITE
L.A. Burdick - chocolate shop serving liquid chocolate, specialty drinks, pastries, chocolate; small cafe seating area; 52 Brattle St. 617-491-4340WEBSITE
Life Alive - organic cafe; grain, acai, and noodle bowls; salads, soups, smoothies, lattes, juices; 22 JFK St. 857-320-2896WEBSITE
Lizzy's Homemade Ice Cream - ice cream shop; 29 Church St. 617-354-2911WEBSITE
Maharaja - Indian restaurant; Tandoori, vegetarian chicken, lamb, seafood, also, desserts; indoor and outdoor dining plus takeout; 57 JFK St., 2nd Fl. 617-547-2757WEBSITE
Mother Juice - juices, smoothies, acai bowls, toast, salads, healthy desserts; 1350 Mass Ave. 617-945-7357WEBSITE
Mr. Bartley's Gourmet Burgers - small compact burger restaurant with creatively named and prepared burgers, plus sandwiches, wraps, salads, desserts, frappes, kids menu; lunch, dinner; no restroom; 1246 Mass Ave. 617-354-6559WEBSITE
Orinoco - Latin American dishes; lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch menus; 56 JFK St. 617-354-6900WEBSITE
Otto - casual pizza place with many toppings; also, salads, gluten free crust pizza, vegan cheese and thick crust options; limited inside counter dining; 1432 Mass Ave. 617-873-0888WEBSITE
Pinocchio's Pizza - regular and Sicilian pizza; subs, salads, pasta dishes; 74 Winthrop St. 617-876-4897WEBSITE
Pizzeria Uno - CLOSED; deep dish pizza restaurant; 22 JFK St. 617-497-1530WEBSITE
Pokeworks - Hawaiian poke dishes; raw fish, plus chicken and tofu in bowl, wrap or salad; 1440 Mass Ave. 617-441-2999WEBSITE
Russell House Tavern - modern tavern offering lunch, dinner, tavern, brunch and dessert menus; seasonal patio seating; 14 JFK St. 617-500-3055WEBSITE
Saloniki Greek - Greek pita sandwiches, dishes, desserts; 24 Dunster St. 617-945-5074WEBSITE
Tasty Burger - burgers, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, fries, milkshakes, kids meals; 40 JFK St. 617-425-4444WEBSITE
Tatte Bakery and Cafe - two level bakery, coffee bar, pastries, muffins, cookies, cakes, croissants, tarts; also, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch items; gluten free options; 1288 Mass Ave. 617-441-4011WEBSITE
The Boathouse - pub serving lunch and dinner; sandwiches, burgers, salads, entrees; 49 Mt. Auburn St. 617-349-1650WEBSITE
Toscano Harvard Square - Tuscan Italian restaurant serving lunch and dinner; entrees, pizza, wine list; 52 Brattle St. 617-354-5250WEBSITE
Waypoint - lunch and dinner restaurant serving oysters, caviar, pizza, seafood, pasta, steak; small plates, desserts, many libations; 1030 Mass Ave. 617-864-2300WEBSITE

Harvard Square Restaurants - www.harvardsquare.com; Harvard Square Business Assocation restaurant listingWEBSITE

Accommodations
907 Main - boutique hotel located 1 mile from Harvard Sq.; king and 2 queen guest rooms, packages, pet friendly, rooftop bar opening summer 2021, indoor and outdoor dining at The Dial restaurant onsite; 907 Main St., Central Square, Cambridge 617-354-9907, text: 617-370-5858WEBSITE
Charles Hotel - hotel with king and double bed rooms, plus suites with pullout sofa; onsite dining at Henrietta's Table and Benedetto; Regattabar jazz nighclub; located in Harvard Square; 1 Bennett St. 617-864-1200WEBSITE
Courtyard Boston Cambridge - hotel with king, queen and sofa bed rooms and suites; breakfast bistro; located 1 mile south of Harvard Sq. along Memorial Dr.; 777 Memorial Dr. 617-492-7777WEBSITE
Double Tree Suites by Hilton Boston/Cambridge - suites and rooms with river or city views; on site restaurant and Scullers Jazz club; on site restaurant, indoor pool; shuttle to Harvard Sq. or Boston, 1/2 mi. south of Harvard Business School; 400 Soldiers Field Rd. 617-783-0090WEBSITE
Harding House - CLOSED; b&b with private and shared bath options; queen, queen plus twin, family rooms; hot buffet brkfst.; 1/2 mile walk to Harvard Sq.; 288 Harvard St. 617-876-2888WEBSITE
Harvard Square Hotel - boutique hotel with king, double, 2 double bed rooms; complimentary tea and coffee; cafe, car rental, pay parking lot nearby; 110 Mt. Auburn St. 617-864-5200WEBSITE
Hotel Veritas - luxury boutique hotel with 31 rooms; close to Harvard Yard; 1 Remington St. 617-520-5000WEBSITE
Irving House at Harvard - queen, full, twin and family rooms, some with shared bath; hot brkfst. buffet; walk to Harvard Sq.; 24 Irving St. 617-547-4600WEBSITE
Mary Prentiss Inn - historic 1800's Greek Revival style 20 room inn; full breakfast included; located 1 mile north of Harvard Sq., close to Porter Sq. T-stop; 6 Prentiss St. 617-661-2929WEBSITE
Sheraton Commander - elegant renovated hotel with queen, king, double bed rooms, rollaways; suites; onsite restaurant and brkfst. buffet; pet friendly; located steps to Harvard Sq.; 16 Garden St. 617-547-4800WEBSITE

Events, Activities, Attractions
American Repertory Theater - Loeb Drama Center; innovative theater in Harvard Square; 64 Brattle St. 617-547-8300WEBSITE
Brattle Theatre - independent, diverse films and educational programs shown in historic Brattle Hall in Harvard Square; 40 Brattle St. 617-876-6837WEBSITE
Club Passim - historic live music venue in Harvard Sq.; burger, salads, appetizers, sandwiches, desserts, brunch available for ticket holding patrons; 47 Palmer St. 617-492-7679WEBSITE
Harvard Art Museums - collection of three art museums at Harvard University; the Fogg, Busch Reisinger and Arthur M. Sackler Museums; 32 Quincy St. 617-495-9400WEBSITE
Harvard University - world renowned university with main campus clustered throughout Harvard Square in Cambridge, Mass., including historic Harvard Yard; Massachusetts Ave., JFK St., Cambridge St., Peabody St. 617-495-1000WEBSITE
Harvard Yard - Harvard College campus steps from Harvard Square; open grassy areas, historic architecture; bordered by Massachusetts Ave., Peabody St., Broadway, Cambridge St., Quincy St. 617-495-1000WEBSITE
Memorial Drive - parkway along the north side of the Charles River; open from end of April to mid Nov. for pedestrian and bike riding use on Sunday's; check times and dates; Memorial Drive 617-349-4700WEBSITE
Mount Auburn Cemetery - historic cemetery; 580 Mt. Auburn St. 617-547-7105WEBSITE
Oberon - theater and nightlife venue that is part of the American Repertory Theater; 2 Arrow St. 617-496-8004WEBSITE
Sanders Theatre - historic theatre at Harvard University; 45 Quincy St. 617-496-2222WEBSITE
SSJE Monastery and Chapel - monastery, chapel and guest house offering prayer services and quiet spaces; located along Charles River near Harvard Sq.; 980 Memorial Dr. 617-876-3037WEBSITE
The Sinclair - live music venue; on site restaurant serving dinner and dessert; seasonal patio; 52 Church St. 617-547-5200WEBSITE
Boston Calling Music Festival - outdoor music festival at the Harvard University Athletic Complex; next scheduled event is Memorial Day weekend, May 28-30, 2021WEBSITE
Hahvahd Tour by Trademark Tours - private tour company offering 70 minute outdoor walking tours of Harvard and MIT, given by current students; overview of history, culture and famous alumni; 617-275-2320WEBSITE
Harvard Square Holiday Fair - indoor craft fair featuring unique creations and gifts by local craftspeople; artwork, candles, jewelry, decor, potteryWEBSITE
Head of the Charles - two day rowing competition held annually in October by the Cambridge Boat Club; 617-868-6200WEBSITE
Honk! Festival - festival and parade in October by activist street bandsWEBSITE
Make Music Harvard Square - outdoor open music festival weekend based on the Fete de la Musique, June 21st summer solstice celebration begun in Paris, FranceWEBSITE
Official Historical Tour of Harvard - hour long outdoor tour led by a current Harvard student focused on the history of Harvard UniversityWEBSITE
Revels - theatrical group presenting seasonal shows using music, dance and storytelling; variety of venues, including the Christmas Revels at Sanders Theatre; 617-972-8300WEBSITE

Kids
Harvard Art Museums - collection of three art museums at Harvard University; the Fogg, Busch Reisinger and Arthur M. Sackler Museums; 32 Quincy St. 617-495-9400WEBSITE
Harvard University - world renowned university with main campus clustered throughout Harvard Square in Cambridge, Mass., including historic Harvard Yard; Massachusetts Ave., JFK St., Cambridge St., Peabody St. 617-495-1000WEBSITE
Harvard Yard - Harvard College campus steps from Harvard Square; open grassy areas, historic architecture; bordered by Massachusetts Ave., Peabody St., Broadway, Cambridge St., Quincy St. 617-495-1000WEBSITE
Memorial Drive - parkway along the north side of the Charles River; open from end of April to mid Nov. for pedestrian and bike riding use on Sunday's; check times and dates; Memorial Drive 617-349-4700WEBSITE
Mount Auburn Cemetery - historic cemetery; 580 Mt. Auburn St. 617-547-7105WEBSITE
Sanders Theatre - historic theatre at Harvard University; 45 Quincy St. 617-496-2222WEBSITE
Boston Calling Music Festival - outdoor music festival at the Harvard University Athletic Complex; next scheduled event is Memorial Day weekend, May 28-30, 2021WEBSITE
Hahvahd Tour by Trademark Tours - private tour company offering 70 minute outdoor walking tours of Harvard and MIT, given by current students; overview of history, culture and famous alumni; 617-275-2320WEBSITE
Harvard Square Holiday Fair - indoor craft fair featuring unique creations and gifts by local craftspeople; artwork, candles, jewelry, decor, potteryWEBSITE
Head of the Charles - two day rowing competition held annually in October by the Cambridge Boat Club; 617-868-6200WEBSITE
Honk! Festival - festival and parade in October by activist street bandsWEBSITE
Make Music Harvard Square - outdoor open music festival weekend based on the Fete de la Musique, June 21st summer solstice celebration begun in Paris, FranceWEBSITE
Official Historical Tour of Harvard - hour long outdoor tour led by a current Harvard student focused on the history of Harvard UniversityWEBSITE
Revels - theatrical group presenting seasonal shows using music, dance and storytelling; variety of venues, including the Christmas Revels at Sanders Theatre; 617-972-8300WEBSITE

Photo Gallery

Million Year Picnic, Mt. Auburn St., Harvard Sq., Cambridge, Mass.
Million Year Picnic, Mt. Auburn St., Harvard Sq., Cambridge, Mass.

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Rebekah Brooks Jewelry, Brattle St., Harvard Square
Rebekah Brooks Jewelry, Brattle St., Harvard Square

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Cardullo's Gourmet Shoppe, Brattle St., Harvard Square
Cardullo's Gourmet Shoppe, Brattle St., Harvard Square

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Moleskine, Brattle St., Harvard Square
Moleskine, Brattle St., Harvard Square

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Harvard Coop, Massachusetts Ave., Harvard Square, Cambridge, Ma.
Harvard Coop, Massachusetts Ave., Harvard Square, Cambridge, Ma.

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MBTA train station entrance, Mass. Ave. and JFK St., Harvard Square, Cambridge, Ma.
MBTA train station entrance, Mass. Ave. and JFK St., Harvard Square, Cambridge, Ma.

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Leavitt and Peirce, Mass Ave., Harvard Square
Leavitt and Peirce, Mass Ave., Harvard Square

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Harvard Book Store, Mass Ave., Harvard Square
Harvard Book Store, Mass Ave., Harvard Square

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J.P. Licks, ice cream shop, Mass Ave., Harvard Square
J.P. Licks, ice cream shop, Mass Ave., Harvard Square

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Anthropologie, Brattle St., Harvard Square
Anthropologie, Brattle St., Harvard Square

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Toscano Harvard Square, Brattle St., Harvard Square
Toscano Harvard Square, Brattle St., Harvard Square

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L.A. Burdick, chocolate cafe, Brattle St., Harvard Square
L.A. Burdick, chocolate cafe, Brattle St., Harvard Square

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Tess, Brattle St., Harvard Square
Tess, Brattle St., Harvard Square

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Harvest, restaurant down walkway off of Brattle St., Harvard Square
Harvest, restaurant down walkway off of Brattle St., Harvard Square

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Ann Taylor, Brattle St., Harvard Square
Ann Taylor, Brattle St., Harvard Square

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The Brattle Theatre, Brattle St., Harvard Square
The Brattle Theatre, Brattle St., Harvard Square

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Alden and Harlow, Brattle St., Harvard Square
Alden and Harlow, Brattle St., Harvard Square

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Harvard Square Hotel, Mt. Auburn St., Harvard Square
Harvard Square Hotel, Mt. Auburn St., Harvard Square

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Tasty Burger, JFK St., Harvard Square
Tasty Burger, JFK St., Harvard Square

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The Garage, mini-mall on JFK St., Harvard Square
The Garage, mini-mall on JFK St., Harvard Square

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Brattle Street, Harvard Square
Brattle Street, Harvard Square

Insomnia Cookies, Mt. Auburn St., Harvard Square
Insomnia Cookies, Mt. Auburn St., Harvard Square

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Harvard Shop, Mt. Auburn St., Harvard Square
Harvard Shop, Mt. Auburn St., Harvard Square

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Blue Bottle Coffee, Bow St., Harvard Square
Blue Bottle Coffee, Bow St., Harvard Square

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Club Passim, Palmer St. off of Church St., Harvard Square
Club Passim, Palmer St. off of Church St., Harvard Square

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Raven Used Books, Church St., Harvard Square
Raven Used Books, Church St., Harvard Square

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Lizzy's Homemade Ice Cream, Church St., Harvard Square
Lizzy's Homemade Ice Cream, Church St., Harvard Square

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Harvard Yard in summer, Harvard Square, Cambridge, Ma.
Harvard Yard in summer, Harvard Square, Cambridge, Ma.

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John Harvard statue, Harvard Yard
John Harvard statue, Harvard Yard

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One of the Harvard Yard entrances, Harvard Square, Cambridge, Ma.
One of the Harvard Yard entrances, Harvard Square, Cambridge, Ma.

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Emerson Hall, Harvard Yard, Cambridge, Ma.
Emerson Hall, Harvard Yard, Cambridge, Ma.

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Sunken Garden, Radcliffe Yard, Harvard University, Harvard Square
Sunken Garden, Radcliffe Yard, Harvard University, Harvard Square

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Harvard's Weld Boathouse at the Anderson Memorial Bridge over the Charles River, Cambridge
Harvard's Weld Boathouse at the Anderson Memorial Bridge over the Charles River, Cambridge

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Memorial Drive, closed to traffic on Sunday's, end of April to mid-November, near Harvard Sq.
Memorial Drive, closed to traffic on Sunday's, end of April to mid-November, near Harvard Sq.

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Church Street, Harvard Square, Cambridge, Mass.
Church Street, Harvard Square, Cambridge, Mass.

Porter Square Books, White St., off Mass. Ave. in the Porter Sq. Shopping Ctr., Cambridge
Porter Square Books, White St., off Mass. Ave. in the Porter Sq. Shopping Ctr., Cambridge

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Henry Bear's Park, White St., off Mass. Ave. in the Porter Sq. Shopping Ctr., Cambridge, Ma.
Henry Bear's Park, White St., off Mass. Ave. in the Porter Sq. Shopping Ctr., Cambridge, Ma.

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