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Harvard College Observatory, Boston

#453 among attractions in Boston

Observatories and planetariums
Harvard College Observatory

Facts and practical information

Alternative names: Coordinates: 42°22'47"N, 71°7'37"W
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Cambridge (West Cambridge)Boston United States

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Harvard College Observatory – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Club Passim, Lizard Lounge, Memorial Hall, Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory.

  • club passim boston0.5 miSE
  • lizard lounge boston0.4 miNE
  • memorial hall boston0.7 miSE
  • smithsonian astrophysical observatory belmont~710 ftNW
  • the harvard coop boston0.6 miSE
  • brattle theatre boston0.5 miSE
  • edwin abbot house belmont~1050 ftSE
  • longfellow house washingtons headquarters national historic site boston~1210 ftS
  • american repertory theater boston0.4 miSE
  • west cambridge belmont~1150 ftS
  • lumen eclipse boston0.6 miSE

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Harvard College Observatory?

Nearby attractions include Harvard–Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, Boston (4 min walk), Sears Tower – Harvard Observatory, Belmont (4 min walk), Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, Belmont (4 min walk), Berkeley Street Historic District, Belmont (5 min walk).

How to get to Harvard College Observatory by public transport?

The nearest stations to Harvard College Observatory:

Metro
  • Harvard • Lines: Red (15 min walk)
  • Porter • Lines: Red (19 min walk)

Bus
  • Harvard Square (16 min walk)
  • Massachusetts Ave @ Holyoke St • Lines: 1, 69 (17 min walk)

Train
  • Porter (19 min walk)

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