Timeline
14:00
Longfellow House–Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site
Walk 37 minutes northwest to Longfellow House–Washington's Headquarters National Historic Site. Step into the home where George Washington held his headquarters during the siege of Boston. It was also the residence of poet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow from 1837 to 1882.
14:20
Head back toward the square and walk 6 minutes to Toscanini's. This shop is rated "best ice cream in the world" by the New York Times. Try the burnt caramel or salted saffron flavors.
14:45
Walk 15 minutes to Harvard Book Store. This cozy independent shop features a wide selection of used and remaindered books downstairs. Check the staff recommendations glued to the stalls for your next read.
Local tip
Toscanini's can get busy. If you want to avoid the queue, grab your ice cream to go and walk it over to Harvard Square to eat while you browse the bookstores.
Check before you go
- Toscanini's is open daily from 12:00 to 22:00.
- Harvard Book Store is open until 22:00 on weekdays and Saturdays.
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