Tours
Experience the ideas, artifacts, people, and places that have shaped our history for nearly 400 years.
The Visitor Center will be closed on Friday, July 1 and Monday, July 4. Weekly tour registration is available every Friday before the upcoming tour week. At this time, only official Harvard tours are permitted in Harvard Yard. For information about Harvard College Admissions tours for prospective students, visit their website.
Please note: A self-guided historical tour is now offered on the Visit Harvard mobile app, available to download on iOS and Android devices.

On campus
In-person Historical Tour of Harvard
The free, student-led public walking tour through Harvard Yard provides a history of the University, general information, and a unique view on the students’ individual experience.

On campus and Online
Private tours
Private tours of Harvard are available on campus and virtually. Please make your reservation at least two weeks in advance. In-person private tours are for groups of 15-60 people. There are no group size limits for virtual private tours.

Online
Virtual Historical Tour of Harvard
This free virtual student-led tour provides a history of the University, general information, and insight into the student experience.

Online
Virtual Harvard Women’s History Tour
This free virtual student-led tour illustrates women’s challenges and triumphs over the past three centuries at Harvard.