Turn Harvard Yard into a playground of clues, photos, and local lore with an app-led scavenger hunt. Perfect for groups, this 1.5–2 hour urban adventure blends campus history with playful challenges and easy, self-guided logistics.
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You step off the T into a square of red brick and green: the Harvard Yard hums with students, bicycles, and the distant toll of a clock tower. The app prompts your team to split, to read a plaque, to pose with a bronze statue — the city becomes an interactive map, each clue a small door into campus life and layered history.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
1.5–2 hours
Fitness Level
Light to moderate walking fitness; able to manage 1–2 miles on paved and brick surfaces.
Wildlife
History
Harvard University dates to 1636; its Yard and surrounding streets evolved from colonial farmland to an intellectual hub central to American higher education.
Conservation
Stick to public paths, pack out trash, and respect campus plantings; low-impact, foot-powered exploration keeps historic grounds preserved for everyone.
Reserve your spot on the An Epic University hunt in Historic Harvard today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Download and redeem before arrival
Install the Let’s Roam app and redeem your voucher on a mobile device to avoid delays; the hunt won’t start without app access.
Carry a portable charger
Photo challenges and GPS use drain batteries quickly—bring a power bank to stay connected throughout the 90–120 minute hunt.
Wear supportive walking shoes
Expect uneven brick and shortcuts; closed-toe, comfortable shoes keep you moving smoothly between clues.
Respect campus spaces
Stick to public paths, avoid restricted yards, and follow posted signage — Harvard is an active campus with classes in session.
Smartphone with Let’s Roam app
Required to access clues, submit photos, and track progress during the hunt.
Portable battery pack
Keeps your device powered through photo challenges and GPS navigation.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides support for walking on uneven brick, concrete, and campus steps.
Light weather layer
A packable jacket or windbreaker is handy for cooler mornings or sudden rain.
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