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Visit us in the Square

Planning a visit to Harvard Square? Explore a neighborhood filled with historic landmarks, independent shops, world-class dining, cultural institutions, live performances, and year-round events — all within the heart of Cambridge.
Charles Square building entrance with signs for public parking and a tow zone

Charles Square Garage

Illuminated multi-story commercial building with storefronts and tree lights at a city intersection at night

Harvard Square Parking Garage

Harvard Square Hotel entrance on a city street at dusk

Parking Services at the Harvard Square Hotel

Municipal parking lot entrance with payment kiosks, an “Enter Here” sign, directional arrows, and marked spaces

Propark – Church Street Lot

Modern glass-fronted building on a city street with pedestrians, bicycles, autumn trees, and streetlamps

Smith Campus Parking Garage

Parking garage entrance beneath a brick building, with lanes marked “Do Not Enter,” “Exit,” and “Entrance.”

University Place Parking Garage

Public Transit

Via Public Transportation:

Take the Red Line to the Harvard stop; or take any number of buses that come to Harvard Square. For more information and schedules, visit the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) www.mbta.com

MBTA Customer Communications Center:

Main Switchboard: 617-222-5000 Traveler’s Information Center: (Route/Schedule Info.): 617-222-3200 Toll Free: 1-800-392-6100 Hearing Impaired: TTY (617) 222-5246

Public Bicycle Racks
are available throughout the Square.

Tours