Hidden Gems Places To Visit in Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

1. 5.0 The Fogg Art Museum (28 reviews)
   - Fogg Continues to Impress
   Speciality Museums
   
   
   We spent 4 hours at the Fogg Art Museum on the Harvard Campus and were very impressed with the galleries and holdings. Reservations are necessary; we made ours standing at the museum check-in desk. The Fogg holdings also included those from the Sackler and Busch-Reisinger, so it was not necessary to walk to other nearby buildings. Only disappointment was that the cafe was not open, so plan your refreshments in advance. Overall, our experience was very enjoyable. See more..
   
2. 4.5 A.R.T. - American Repertory Theater (88 reviews)
   - A Boston Area Treasure
   Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 AM Theaters
   
   
   The A.R.T. at Harvard University is a leading force in the American theater, producing groundbreaking work in Cambridge and beyond. The A.R.T. was founded in 1980 by Robert Brustein, who served as Artistic Director until 2002, when he was succeeded by Robert Woodruff. Diane Paulus began her tenure as Artistic Director in 2008. Under her leadership, the A.R.T. seeks to expand the boundaries of theater by programming events that immerse audiences in transformative theatrical experiences. Throughout its history, the A.R.T. has been honored with many distinguished awards, including consecutive Tony Awards for Best Revival of a Musical for Pippin (2013) and The Gershwins' Porgy and Bess (2012), both of which Paulus directed; a Pulitzer Prize; a Jujamcyn Prize for outstanding contribution to the development of creative talent; the Tony Award for Best Regional Theater; and numerous Elliot Norton and I.R.N.E. Awards. The A.R.T. collaborates with artists around the world to develop and create work in new ways. It is currently engaged in a number of multi-year projects, including the Civil War Project, an initiative that will culminate in the staging of new work in the 2014/15 season. Under Paulus's leadership, the A.R.T.'s club theater, OBERON, has become an incubator for local and emerging artists and has attracted national attention for its innovative programming and business models. As the professional theater on the campus of Harvard University, the A.R.T. catalyzes discourse, interdisciplinary collaboration, and creative exchange among a wide range of academic departments, institutions, students, and faculty members, acting as a conduit between its community of artists and the university. A.R.T. artists also teach undergraduate courses in directing, dramatic literature, acting, voice, design, and dramaturgy. The A.R.T. Institute for Advanced Theater Training, which is run in partnership with the Moscow Art Theater School, offers graduate-level training in acting, dr... See more..
   
3. 4.5 Cambridge Public Library (78 reviews)
   - Excellent
   Spent 1-2 hours Libraries
   
   
   Lovely building and employees with a huge selection of books either in-house or at other satellite locations. See more..
   
4. 4.5 Stata Center (75 reviews)
   - Funky and amazing architecture
   Architectural Buildings
   
   
   MIT Stata Center is one of the signature buildings in MIT. It’s an amazing and interesting architecture covered with lots of irregularly shaped mirrors. People love to play with their reflections and take funny photos. The mirrors were assembled in weird angles and curved into different shapes so you can have your imagination to make funky poses. See more..
   
5. 4.5 Fresh Pond Reservation (71 reviews)
   - A Lovely Place to Walk, Especially if you are a Dog lover
   Biking Trails • Nature & Wildlife Areas • Jogging Paths & Tracks
   
   
   I love walking around Fresh Pond- Even in the winter months with the trees bare and the ground frozen. It feels like you are miles away from the city. People walk their dogs here all the time- good thing I like dogs. Many let their dogs run free. I've only an an issue once where a dog was pretty aggressive- the owner finally got a clue and put him on leash. Definitely worth the walk. See more..
   
6. 4.5 Memorial Drive (69 reviews)
   - Pleasant Sunday morning drive.
   Points of Interest & Landmarks • Scenic Drives
   
   
   Busy, scenic street that winds along the Cambridge side of the Charles River. See more..
   
7. 4.5 Sanders Theatre (63 reviews)
   - Some of the best acoustics anywhere
   Theaters
   
   
   This is a wonderful intimate theater at Harvard. The structure is almost entirely wooden, and has a warm resonant sound that is instantly compelling. The theater is small, and every seat is great. No blocked view anywhere. There are many events taking place throughout the year. Chamber music is some of the best anywhere. Choral music is spectacular. Plan your trip around an event. You will rarely hear better. See more..
   
8. 4.5 The Alchemist (54 reviews)
   - Yes it is cool
   Monuments & Statues
   
   
   An interesting sculpture in an interesting surrounding. Liked it, wondered around it. There is something about this work of art... See more..
   
9. 4.5 Cambridge Antique Market (31 reviews)
   - Something for Everyone!
   Antique Shops
   
   
   SO MUCH STUFF! If you love antiquing and searching through tons and tons of vintage and antiques this is the place for you! See more..
   

What's a Hidden gem?

We call places hidden gems that are new, extremely good, but are not that popular yet - you should check them out. The criteria is to have a rating of 4.5 or more and more than 20 reviews and less than 100 reviews.