MIT Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Immerse yourself in an atmosphere of academia at the architecturally rich, museum-filled campus of one of America’s most celebrated universities.
Kendall Square
You can learn about the history of Cambridge with a trip to Kendall Square. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
MIT Museum
You can study the exhibits at MIT Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Cambridge. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Stata Center
Learn about the local history of Cambridge when you spend time at Stata Center. Experience the fascinating museums or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Cambridge Center Roof Garden
Enjoy an outing to Cambridge Center Roof Garden during your stay in Cambridge. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Compton Gallery
You can study the exhibits at Compton Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Cambridge. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Activities
Boston Old Town Trolley Hop-on Hop-Off City Tour
Go City: Boston All-Inclusive Pass with 45+ Attractions
Harvard University Campus Guided Walking Tour
City Cruises Boston: Historic Sightseeing Cruise
Go City: Boston Explorer Pass - Choose 2 to 5 Attractions
Museum of Ice Cream Boston Admission Ticket
Our pick of the best MIT Hotel Deals
Hyatt Regency Boston/Cambridge
great staff and clean hotel!
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
The Kendall Hotel at the Engine 7 Firehouse
great location, nice included breakfast, easy parking. Room was ready early and 11am check out was nice too.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Omni Boston Hotel at the Seaport
Overall 4.75⭐️
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Hilton Boston Park Plaza
The bed and shower are terrible. Room ugly and small. Locations it’s great. I definitely not coming back
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Seaport Hotel Boston
Loved the pool.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Harborside Inn Of Boston
Had a great time as usual. The staff was very accommodating when I asked to check in early. Super friendly and professional. The location is amazing and centrally situated for any adventure you wanna take in the city
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around MIT
Back Bay
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Copley Square to Newbury Street – discover Back Bay, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Back Bay East
If you're spending time in Back Bay East, check out sights like Copley Square or Boston Marathon Finish Line and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Copley Station or Arlington Station.
Fenway–Kenmore
Art galleries, museums and historical sites highlight some notable features of Fenway–Kenmore. Make a stop by Fenway Park or MGM Music Hall at Fenway while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Fenway Station or Kenmore Station to get around town.
Prudential - St. Botolph
While you're in Prudential - St. Botolph, take in top sights like Copley Square and jump on the metro at Prudential Station to see more of the city.
Beacon Hill
Historical sites, shopping and restaurants highlight some notable features of Beacon Hill. Make a stop by Acorn Street or Charles Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Charles-MGH Station or Park St. Station to get around town.
South End
South End is noteworthy for its cafes, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Copley Place and SoWa Artists Guild.
