Historic Tour of MIT in Cambridge, MA

1132 Massachusetts Ave.Cambridge, MA 02138
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Overview

Join a passionate student guide and tour the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, a campus that extends more than a mile! Learn how students and faculty have contributed to advanced technology, as well as some of the school's most impressive achievements, and see some of the most notable campus facilities. You will also admire the school's fantastic architecture and learn about student traditions.

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Good To Know

  • Family-friendly.
  • Operates seven days a week.
  • Tour duration: 1 hour and 10 minutes.
  • 10% off MIT merchandise when you take the tour!
  • Hosted by charismatic MIT students and is the perfect way for tourists to experience MIT!
  • The Historic Tour of MIT will include three main themes MIT History, MIT Culture, and Famous MIT alumni.
  • Full-text translations in Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Mandarin, which includes photographs of each stop.

Description

from Historic Tours of MIT
Trademark Tours’ Historic Tour of MIT is hosted by charismatic MIT students and is the perfect way for tourists to experience MIT! The research and innovation that happens at MIT have a profound and direct impact on lives around the globe. Our tour highlights these stories and brings history alive on one of the most interesting campuses in the world.

Included:
MIT student guide greets your group at the tour start
Free Map of Cambridge and Boston
Tour ends at the MIT COOP - the best place for souvenirs plus get 10% off MIT merchandise when you take the tour!

What to Expect:
MIT History: From its roots in Boston to its staggering growth today.
MITCulture: MIT culture is stranger than fiction!
Famous MIT alumni: You may not recognize their names, but you will certainly know their inventions!
Tour Stops Include:
Kendall Square
Stata Center
Green Building
Great Dome
Harvar (Mass Ave) Bridge
Lobby 7 & the Infinite Corridor
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Frequently Asked Questions about Historic Tours of MIT

What are the hours of operation? 
The tour runs seven days a week.

Where is the meeting location?
Harvard Square Outside the Harvard Red Line Subway Station (The closest street address is 1376 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge MA 02138).

Is the tour appropriate for children? 
The tour is great for all ages!

Is transportation included? 
There is no transportation to and from the starting location.

Can I bring my camera? 
Yes, there are some great photo opportunities along the tour.

How long is the tour?
Our Public Tours lasts 70 minutes and spans about a mile of walking.
    Are your tours offered in multiple languages? 
    For public tours, we offer full-text translations in Spanish, French, German, Italian, and Mandarin, which includes photographs of each stop, allowing foreign language speaking guests to read along with the tour guide in their native language.

    What’s included in my ticket/experience?
    • MIT student guide greets your group at the tour start.
    • Free Map of Cambridge and Boston.
    • Tour ends at the MIT COOP - the best place for souvenirs!
    • 10% off MIT merchandise when you take the tour!