Boston Harvard Square Historical Donut Tour

Your Harvard Square donut adventure begins in the lobby of The Charles Hotel, a hotel that captivates guests with its distinctive New England aesthetic and its curated collection of local art, not to mention its delicious rotating donut flavors made with the freshest ingredients sourced directly from New England.

Your first donut stop is Union Square Donut, a bakery celebrated for its oversized donuts and inventive flavors. As you indulge in their sweet creations, your guide will explain the role of Harvard Square in shaping Cambridge’s culinary scene, where long-standing traditions blend seamlessly with bold, modern tastes.

Next, the tour continues to Harvard Square and through the university itself, where you’ll  explore the architectural beauty of the Square and receive a brief history of Harvard Square, the surrounding area and Harvard University itself.

After a short walk through the picturesque campus, you’ll visit the second donut shop in the campus center for some unique donut flavors.

The last stop will be Saloniki Greek, a local Greek restaurant where you’ll enjoy a sweet treat of loukoumades - crispy, golden Greek donuts drizzled with honey.

This tasty tour offers a delicious exploration of Harvard Square’s culture, history, and culinary diversity, bringing together the stories and flavors that make this iconic neighborhood so unforgettable.

• All doughnuts are included in your tour price.
• Entertaining, expert guide.

• 2 hours
• Walk distance: 2 miles

• Available year-round Fridays, Saturdays, Sunday at 10:00am & 1:00pm *
  * Subject to availability

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• Please make sure to include your dietary restrictions when you reserve your tour day / time with the tour provider and they will do their best to accommodate.
• This tour is outside, so please dress according to the weather.
• Tours run rain or shine. In the event your tour is cancelled due to extreme weather, you will have the option of refund or to reschedule your tour to another date.

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