Visit - Harvard University The Harvard University Center is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Harvard University Visitor Center Harvard University established the Visitor Center in 1962 as the front door to the University, where students greet visitors from all over the world, answer questions about campus, and provide official tours of Harvard. Have questions? Email visitor_center@harvard.edu 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 student experience. Register for the tour Register for the tour Visit Harvard mobile app This free mobile app features a self-guided walking tour through Harvard Yard that highlights the history behind iconic buildings, traditions, alumni and more. Learn more about the app Learn more about the app Harvard Libraries virtual exhibits Explore the exhibits Explore the exhibits Virtual tour of the Harvard Museum of Natural History Explore the museum Explore the museum Harvard and the legacy of slavery walking tour Explore the tour Explore the tour Charles River “In May, the Charles hosts the run of thousands (millions?) of alewives swimming upstream to spawn, accompanied by black-crowned night herons, great blue herons, double-crested cormorants, ospreys, and other predators. I have seen large turtles, 2-foot-long carp, common mergansers, bufflehead ducks, muskrats, Norway rats, and Canada geese from these vantage spots." Rob Gogan, Recycling and waste manager, Facilities Maintenance Operations Tercentenary Theatre “I especially like being there at night, when it’s more peaceful, sitting on the steps of Memorial Church or Sever Hall. I’ve spent a lot of time there: Commencement, presidential inaugurations, Harvard’s 375th, special convocations, Harvard College student events, and on many other occasions over the past 25 years. That space just brings back so many great memories!” Jason Luke Associate director, custodial and support services Class of 1959 Chapel “I loved the [Class of 1959] Chapel on the Harvard Business School campus, for the water gardens. When I needed to have a deep conversation with someone or 10 minutes alone, I would go sit amidst the plants under the glass walls and ceiling. I still drop by when I am back on campus.” Theresa Tribble, Harvard Business School ’09 April 23, 2026 12:00pm – 2:30pm EST Harvard Gazette Event The Impact of 4 Years of Warfare on the Russian Federation (Part II) April 23, 2026 12:00pm – 2:30pm EST Harvard Gazette Event The Impact of 4 Years of Warfare on the Russian Federation (Part II) The Impact of 4 Years of Warfare on the Russian Federation (Part II) April 23, 2026 12:15pm – 12:45pm EST Harvard Gazette Event Midday Organ Recital: Junkai Dong April 23, 2026 12:15pm – 12:45pm EST Harvard Gazette Event Midday Organ Recital: Junkai Dong Midday Organ Recital: Junkai Dong April 24, 2026 1:00pm – 3:00pm EST Harvard Gazette Event Meet a Scientist April 24, 2026 1:00pm – 3:00pm EST Harvard Gazette Event Meet a Scientist Meet a Scientist Maps and directions Whether traveling by car, bus, train, or foot, there are plenty of ways to get to Harvard. Find your best option. Explore our campus