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1. Explore the Harvard Art Museums on Your Day Trip ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Harvard Museum of Natural History ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Longfellow House - Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site

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4. Experience the Vibe of Harvard Square

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5. MIT Museum

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6. Peabody Museum of Archaeology and Ethnology

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7. The Hahvahd Tour is Lead by Harvard Students

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8. American Repertory Theater

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9. Toscanini's

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10. Cambridge Common Offers 16 Acres of Relaxation Space

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11. Get a Unique Perspective of Boston with the Charles Riverboat Company

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12. Orinoco

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13. Sanders Theatre

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14. Life Alive

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15. Central Square, Cambridge, MA

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16. Alden and Harlow

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17. Tasty Burger, Cambridge, MA

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18. The Smoke Shop BBQ

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19. Puritan & Company

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20. Grafton Street Pub & Grill, Cambridge, MA

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21. Bambara

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22. Flour Bakery and Cafe, Cambridge, MA

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23. Fresh Pond Reservation

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • In Cambridge, visitors enjoy a selection of outstanding museums, a vibrant performing arts scene, and great restaurants.
  • Visit the Harvard Art Museums, the MIT Museum, and Longfellow House - Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site.
  • Stroll through Harvard Square, have dinner at one of the local restaurants, and watch a theater performance.
  • Here are the best things to do in Cambridge.


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Cambridge, Massachusetts Weather by Month:

Month High (°F) Low (°F) Precip. (in) Conditions
January 35 22 3.5 Cold
February 38 25 3.0 Cold
March 48 32 3.8 Cool
April 60 40 3.5 Mild
May 70 50 3.7 Pleasant
June 80 60 3.9 Warm & Humid
July 85 68 4.2 Hot & Humid
August 83 66 4.0 Warm & Humid
September 75 55 3.8 Mild
October 62 42 3.2 Cool
November 48 32 3.5 Cold
December 37 25 3.3 Cold

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