What to Do in Cambridge in 2 Days? Travel Guide and Tips

Day 1 | Morning

The Harvard Museum of Natural History

Opening Hours: Open from 9:00am-5:00pm

Ticket Price: 15 USD

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-2 Hours

Location: 26 Oxford St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA

Founded in 1998, The Harvard Museum of Natural History is a very popular museum on the campus of Harvard University. Glass plant model, commonly known as "glass flower". Exhibits within the museum range from displays of the extensive existing collection to multimedia displays including "The Woods of New England," "Thoreau's Lake Maine," and "Sea Life in Glass." All in all, the unparalleled collections in the museum and the precious results of scientific research at the university have contributed to the public's understanding of the natural world and the relationship between humans and nature.

Day 1 | Afternoon

Having the chance to enjoy the charming The Harvard Museum of Natural History, MIT Museum next to it is another great place that you will never want to miss!

MIT Museum

Opening Hours: Open from 10:00am-6:00pm

Ticket Price: 10 USD

Recommended Length of Stay: 2-2 Hours

Location: 265 Massachusetts Avenue, Building N51, Cambridge, MA 02139

The MIT Museum (Massachusetts Institute of Technology Museum) is located on the MIT campus. In a sense, the MIT Museum also undertakes the task of collecting scientific instruments and technological inventions in the history of the school. It is an important channel for the public to learn about and participate in the inventions and discoveries that MIT is doing, and to inspire the public to understand science.

Day 1 | Evening

If you want to explore other popular attractions later, Encore Boston Harbor is a suitable place for you to stay and refresh.

Encore Boston Harbor

The five-star resort, Encore Boston Harbor offers the finest in Boston luxury hotel resort accommodations, dining, gaming, shopping and more. At every turn, impeccable service. Enjoy the amazing views from our elegantly appointed rooms and suites. Immerse in the tranquility of our luxurious spa or our outdoor Harborwalk. Indulge in the excitement of our stunning Boston casino. Everything was designed to create the most memorable experience for each and every guest.
•671 well-appointed guest rooms, including 104 expansive suites, on 27 floors.
•At 650-square-feet, Encore Boston Harbor has the largest standard hotel rooms in New England. The magic number is 507: That’s the thread count of the 100-percent Egyptian cotton linens found on every Encore Dream Bed. Thoughtful details in every room, including voice-controlled curtains and lighting, bedside consoles to charge devices, and an Alexa virtual assistant.
•15 restaurants and lounges, from casual waterfront dining to fine culinary experiences by award-winning chefs.
•26,000-square foot Spa, Fitness Center, and full-service Salon.
•Expansive casino featuring slot machines, table games, high-limit gaming salon and more.
•The latest ready-to-wear from a roster of celebrated designers, available at Encore Boston Harbor’s five retail shops.
•State-of-the-art convention spaces totaling 50,000 square feet, including a 37,000-square-foot ballroom, 10 customizable meeting spaces, an executive boardroom, and a graceful promenade, all within an easy-to-traverse space on the ground level.
•Seasonal outdoor event space totaling 21,000 square feet, all overlooking scenic, manicured gardens and Boston Harbor. A garden-inspired lobby featuring a lushly designed atrium.
•Four Encore premium harbor shuttles connecting guests to and from the resort with stops in Downtown Boston.

Day 2

Harvard University

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours

Ticket Price: Free

Recommended Length of Stay: 1-1 Days

Location: 1350 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA

Located in Cambridge, Boston, Harvard University is the oldest institution of higher learning in the United States and one of the most influential schools in the world. Modern Chinese writers and scholars Lin Yutang and Liang Sicheng also graduated here.

Reviews from Real Guests:

Fausto Chou: Very beautiful school, but this time there are Asians who come to take pictures and punch cards 🤣.

hailey..m: this is a beautiful place the best of the lawyers come from here the place is clean

Day 2 | Evening

After visiting the glorious Harvard University, The Kendall Hotel nearby is the best place to stay.

The Kendall Hotel

Property Location
With a stay at The Kendall Hotel in Cambridge, you'll be in the business district and minutes from Kendall Square and close to Hynes Convention Center. This romantic hotel is close to Boston Public Garden and Copley Place.

Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 77 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators. Complimentary wired and wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.

Rec, Spa, Premium Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities such as complimentary wireless Internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby.

Dining
You can enjoy a meal at a restaurant serving the guests of The Kendall Hotel, or find a snack in a coffee shop/café. Mingle with other guests at a complimentary reception, held daily. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at a bar/lounge.

Business, Other Amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary high-speed (wired) Internet access, a business center, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Event facilities at this hotel consist of conference space and meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

You must present a photo ID when checking in. Your credit card is charged at the time you book. Bed type and smoking preferences are not guaranteed.Your reservation is prepaid and is guaranteed for late arrival. The total charge includes all room charges and taxes, as well as fees for access and booking. Any incidental charges such as parking, phone calls, and room service will be handled directly between you and the property.

* All reviews in the blog are machine-translated.