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Cambridge costs $120-200/day for budget travelers. Free Harvard and MIT campus tours.
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Cambridge Budget Guide
Your Cambridge Budget at a Glance
Cambridge is expensive university town. Budget travelers should expect $120-200 per day, mid-range travelers $230-400 per day.
Where Your Money Goes
Hotels are expensive. Food is pricey. The good news: Harvard Yard is free, MIT campus is free.
Budget Traveler Tips
- Walk free Harvard Yard
- Tour free MIT campus
- Stay near Alewife T stop
- Use student discounts
Money-Saving Tips
Student Discounts
Many places offer them.
Save $15-25Stay Near Alewife
Cheaper than Harvard Square.
Save $50-100Best Time to Visit
Prices can vary by 50% depending on the season
Peak Season (More Expensive)
- Graduation (May-June)
- Fall Semester Start
Low Season (Best Deals)
- January - February
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a week in Cambridge cost?
A week in Cambridge costs $840-1,400 for budget travelers.
Is Cambridge expensive?
Cambridge is expensive. Elite university town with high costs.
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