Top 6 kids-friendly things to do in Cambridge

1. Private food walking tour of Harvard and Cambridge

Three hours of walking through Harvard and Cambridge, sampling local foods with a private guide sharing historic insights about the area’s notable residents.

2. Harvard and Cambridge walking food tour

Three hours on foot in Cambridge — taste local delicacies while learning about Harvard's history and notable former residents.

“I went on the tour with Chloe T. and two of my roommates. It was a fantastic experience exploring the Cambridge area and enjoying a tasty cheeseburger. As a current Harvard student, I still discovered so much more about Cambridge's history. I highly recommend this tour.”— audreysF3540YF

3. Union Square food tour in Somerville

Three hours of walking through Union Square — sample local and ethnic foods while learning about the area’s history, including its ties to the first American flag.

“For Mother's Day, my husband and I chose to take this tour instead of going for brunch, and we thoroughly enjoyed it. We discovered restaurants we hadn't known about before, like Juliet and El Potro, and we were pleasantly surprised by how tasty toasted fluff on an ice cream cone can be. Our guide, Emily, was fantastic. I highly recommend this experience and look forward to trying another tour soon.”— Eileen G

4. Guided walking tour of Harvard University campus

Seventy-five minutes on foot through Harvard's campus, hosted by a student guide with engaging stories and insights about history and life at the university.

“Dominique provided an excellent tour. It was refreshing to hear a student's viewpoint on campus life. I highly recommend this tour; it was very enlightening. Thank you!”— Kelley_C

5. Central Square Cambridge food and mural walking tour

Two hours on foot — explore Central Square’s murals and street art while sampling diverse dishes from local eateries, with an insight into the artists and their works.

“This tour was fantastic, featuring intriguing restaurants and ample food for lunch. The murals were impressive, and our guide Arthur was excellent — he demonstrated patience and extensive knowledge.”— Navigator06160245521

6. LEGO Discovery Center admission in Somerville, near Cambridge

Full-day access to LEGO Discovery Center with interactive zones, custom Minifigure creation, and creative workshops for all ages.

“The pricing felt misleading both on the website and in person, and it was considerably expensive. We ended up paying over $100 for two adults and a child, and there were additional costs once we were inside. Very disappointing experience.”— 180dac