As the leaves begin to turn and bustling squares buzz with the energy of a new school year, we're reminded that while there are a million reasons to love Cambridge year-round, our city truly comes to life in the fall. And whether you’re planning a meeting for next year, or even the year after, now is a perfect time to start planning your fall visit to Cambridge.
We know firsthand that planning a business meeting is no small feat. It can take months, even years to not only find a location but a place that can support all of your team’s needs, on the clock and off it. And in Cambridge, leaf peeping or not, we’re a place that has it all. A center of innovation and the unexpected. Full of history, interesting culture and, of course, great places to eat.
Discovering Cambridge for yourself is half the fun. But to give you a taste of Cambridge during the fall, we’ve crafted a sample itinerary for you below. If you’re interested in unpacking Cambridge for your next meeting, we’re here to help you start planning today.
Morning: Reframe team inspiration at one of Cambridge’s many art museums. Visit Harvard Art Museums, MIT List Visual Arts Center, or The Ethelbert Cooper Gallery of African & African American Art.
Afternoon: Break from a busy meeting day by relaxing on the water. Take a fall foliage cruise with Charles River Boat Company and get amazing views of Boston and Cambridge.
Evening: End your day with breathtaking views of New England’s autumnal colors while dining riverside along the Charles at ArtBar in Royal Sonesta – where food is art.
Morning: Treat your guests to a unique twist on a classic fall tradition by visiting a Glass Pumpkin Patch, where the produce is locally grown (well, blown) in the MIT Glass Lab.
Afternoon: Explore the haunted side of Cambridge... if you dare. On The Harvard Square Ghost Tour, you’ll hear tales of the mediums, mourning lovers and deceased Harvard students that haunt Cambridge as you creep through the square after dark.
Evening: Savor the flavor at Season to Taste, where Southern hospitality meets European flair. Can’t decide between cheddar & thyme biscuits or the smoked trout toast? Try them both. Trust us.
Morning: Let nature wash over you with a forest bathing workshop at Mount Auburn Cemetery. Rated a top spot to see fall foliage, explore the endless gardens and serene landscape.
Afternoon: Nothing says fall in Cambridge like a visit to the Pemberton Farms Marketplace. A family-owned business that’ll leave you with locally-sourced products and maybe even a gift basket.
Evening: Wrap up your trip with sensational tastes of the season. Visit Honeycomb Creamery for fun, fall flavors then tap into an ice-cold pumpkin beer at Lamplighter Brewing Co.. Cheers!
Click here to download our meetings and events guide, and start planning your fall 2025 or 2026 trip to Cambridge today.
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