Timeline
10:00
Browse the independent bookshelves and staff recommendations at Harvard Book Store. It opens at 09:00 on weekdays and 10:00 on weekends, so you will have the space to yourself to look around before the crowds arrive.
10:30
Walk six minutes to Planet Records. This local vinyl and CD shop has been a landmark for nearly 30 years. It is a great place to flip through music and movie selections in a relaxed atmosphere.
10:45
Head to Harvest for lunch. The restaurant serves regional contemporary American cuisine with fresh, seasonal ingredients. The outside dining terrace is a lovely spot to eat, and the lunch menu offers a reasonable price point for the quality.
Local tip
Harvest has a wonderful outside dining terrace. If you prefer a quieter indoor experience, the lunch menu is priced between $20 and $30.
Check before you go
- Harvard Book Store is open Mo-Sa 09:00-22:00 and Su 10:00-21:00.
- Planet Records is open Mo-Th 11:00-20:00, Fr-Sa 10:00-21:00, and Su 12:00-19:00.
- Harvest is open for lunch Mon-Thu and Fri-Sat from noon to 2:30 PM.
Worth knowing
- Planet Records is open at 10:30 only on Fr, Sa
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