For foodies who enjoy learning about the food and history of an area, Off The Beaten Path Food Tours offers guided neighborhood food walking adventures through interesting Cambridge neighborhoods including: Central Square, Kendall Square and Harvard Square! Tours are suitable for all ages and tickets must be purchased in advance.
Harvard Square Chocolate Tour
Ongoing Tuesdays and Wednesdays year-round, 2 p.m.; Fridays year-round, 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays year-round, 2 p.m. and 5 p.m.
Calling all chocoholics! Take a delectable chocolate journey throughout Harvard Square. Uncover the history of chocolate and the Square on this memorable afternoon or date night. Each tour is a fun 90 minutes and includes four to seven stops with plenty of treats and less than a mile of walking. Don't miss out on this unique, chocolate adventure!
This tour meets in front of the Harvard Coop (1400 Massachusetts Ave). Please plan to arrive 10 to 15 minutes prior to the tour's start.
Embark on a delicious culinary journey throughout Harvard Square. Uncover the history of the Square on this memorable afternoon of eating and learning. Come hungry because there's lots of food on this tour which will amount to a satisfying lunch. Visit six to seven historical restaurants that have thrived for decades in the Square as well as new concepts that are growing their following with innovative and delicious finds during this two and a half hour tour. While other tours can accommodate gluten-free options, there are two stops on this tour where gluten-free substitutions are unfortunately not available.
This tour meets in front of the Harvard Coop (1400 Massachusetts Ave). Please plan to arrive 10-15 minutes prior to the tour's start.
Ongoing Tuesdays year-round, 7 p.m. and Sundays year-round, 12 p.m.
Central Square is full to the brim with public art and good food. Take a tour of all that this Cultural District has to offer with Off the Beaten Path Tours! Home to Graffiti Alley, a living art museum and impressive large-scale murals that live between delicious independent restaurants, this tour will change existing thoughts about Cambridge. Uncover the evolution of Central Square, the award-winning cuisine that lives here and the ever-increasing importance of self-expression.
Savor the irresistible flavors of handcrafted donuts while soaking in the vibrant atmosphere of iconic Harvard Square. Sample an array of artisanal donuts crafted with passion and precision by local bakeries. Try everything from mochi donuts to churros to greek donuts. Join the Harvard Square Donut Tour for a mouthwatering adventure like no other.
Private tour for groups of six or more guests on weekdays
Uncover the latest innovations in Kendall Square while experiencing delicious cuisine in this technology center. Centrally located next to the Charles River, it’s home to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), Cambridge Innovation Center as well as numerous biotech and pharma companies. With a friendly guide, guests will stop at three different restaurants for an appetizer, a main dish and a dessert. Experience some of the most beautiful restaurants in the city and sample a variety of delicious dishes. Hear about what’s innovating in Kendall Square today, while discovering the impressive spaces this neighborhood has to offer in this special curated experience.
This tour lasts 3 hours and includes a custom menu.
