Harvard Museum of Natural History is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Cambridge.

1. Harvard Museum of Natural History

8.8
26 Oxford St (btwn Everett & Kirkland Sts.), Cambridge, MA
Science Museum · Aggasiz - Harvard University · 62 tips and reviews

Peter B.Peter Boyce: Stunning collection of minerals & meteorites. Hidden gem on Harvard's campus. Free for any visitors Sundays 9a-12p.

Nick B.Nick Burka: Hidden gem of the Boston-area museum scene. Free to MA residents on Sun mornings and Weds afternoons!

Katia S.Katia Serrato: One of my favorite places. I love everything about this museum. 💜

Brick & Mortar is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Cambridge.

2. Brick & Mortar

8.9
569 Massachusetts Ave (at Pearl St.), Cambridge, MA
Cocktail Bar · 107 tips and reviews

Margaret C.Margaret Cody: Enter through the unmarked door next to Central Kitchen. Chill atmosphere and very tasty cocktails.

Nancy D.Nancy Deol: It's the unmarked door next to Central Kitchen. Travel up the stairs for a chill atmosphere.

Matthew S.Matthew Spector: Excellent drink service at this hidden bar.

Rodney's Bookstore is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Cambridge.

3. Rodney's Bookstore

8.4
698 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA
Bookstore · 15 tips and reviews

HunterHunter: Mine of the best hidden gems...the people are great an the selection is fantastic.

Francesca G.Francesca Gordini: The best bookshop ever!

EricaLynn J.EricaLynn Jasionowski: best selection of vintage posters / art anywhere.

Urban Park Roof Garden is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Cambridge.

4. Urban Park Roof Garden

8.2
4 Cambridge Ctr, Cambridge, MA
Garden · Kendall Square · 15 tips and reviews

Darrin W.Darrin Watson: A hidden gem for a sunny summer day.

NJANJA: Shhh this place is one of the best kept secrets in Boston. Great place to escape on a nice evening.

Austra Z.Austra Zubkovs: Bring a sweetie to relax in the peaceful garden on top of the city

Follow The Honey is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Cambridge.

5. Follow The Honey

8.7
1132 Massachusetts Ave (at Arrow St), Cambridge, MA
Garden · 12 tips and reviews

Stephanie O.Stephanie Orme: A hidden gem! Honey from around the country as well as local honey. They have local honey ON TAP and the flavor rotates!

Jeffrey Z.Jeffrey Zhao: Amazing small store. If they're not too busy, try doing a tasting where they'll let you sample a flight of different honeys in the shop!

Douglas R.Douglas R.: Honey from the tap is like a moment of meditation. Awesome store.

Multicultural Arts Center is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Cambridge.

6. Multicultural Arts Center

8.2
41 2nd St (at Thorndike St.), Cambridge, MA
Art Gallery · East Cambridge · 6 tips and reviews

Jennifer C.Jennifer C: One of the best hidden gems in the city to get married at :)

Pamela V.Pamela Vaughan: We just booked our wedding here for next summer. It's a great space, so if you're planning a wedding in the Boston area and are looking for a non-traditional venue, I encourage you to check it out!

Bridesign Wedding FlowersBridesign Wedding Flowers: Are you an engaged couple getting married here? We deliver pre-arranged wedding flowers directly from the flower fields: you receive fresher flowers at a lower price right at this venue! Bridesign.com

Orinoco is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Cambridge.

7. Orinoco

9.0
56 JFK St, Cambridge, MA
Arepa Restaurant · Harvard Square · 47 tips and reviews

Cortney E.Cortney Evans: A hidden gem with an absolutely charming and peaceful patio. The white sauce is insanely good - do yourself a favor and ask for extra ahead of time!

M3t47 G.M3t47 G34r: Cambridge's best place for Venezuelan food. Pernil arepas, tostones,and tajadas are the best. Get two areas if you're a hungry person and you'll be set.

Peter B.Peter Boyce: The back patio seats 30, perfect spot on a summer evening. And the owner Marta is truly a gem of a host.

North Point Park is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Cambridge.

8. North Point Park

8.0
Museum Way, Cambridge, MA
Park · East Cambridge · 10 tips and reviews

Khaled H.Khaled H: A bit of a hidden jewel by the MoS. A pedestrian bridge connects it to Paul Revere Park (by way of a plaza beneath the Zakim!) for easy access to Charlestown & the North End. Plus: space for kayaking!

Trevor A.Trevor Arneberg: There is a dog water fountain in the playground

Eric O.Eric O: Plenty of wide, wide open space that is seldom crowded, making it ideal for an impromptu informal wiffle ball game.

Alive & Kicking Lobsters is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Cambridge.

9. Alive & Kicking Lobsters

8.9
269 Putnam Ave (nr River Street), Cambridge, MA
Seafood Restaurant · 51 tips and reviews

Felipe G.Felipe G: Famous lobster rolls are called lobster sandwiches here (toast), but very delicious. A hidden gem in Cambridge! #LobsterRolls

Jeffrey Z.Jeffrey Zhao: Awesome lobster roll, taste really fresh

Cesar R.Cesar R.: it's a lobster sandwich, not a lobster roll... get it.

2nd Street Cafe is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Cambridge.

10. 2nd Street Cafe

8.0
89 2nd St (Hurley St.), Cambridge, MA
Sandwich Spot · East Cambridge · 26 tips and reviews

Brennan D.Brennan Degan: Hidden gem.

Nate B.Nate Beatty: Best hole-in-the-wall cafe in Boston for a quick breakfast. Awesome omlettes at a superb value.

Eric A.Eric Andersen: Don't worry if it's crowded; they take your order while you're in line and service is fast and very friendly!

Cafe Gato Rojo is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Cambridge.

11. Cafe Gato Rojo

7.3
Harvard Yard (Dudley House), Cambridge, MA
Café · Mid-Cambridge · 12 tips and reviews

FavecastFavecast: John recommends the hidden gem that is Cafe Gato Rojo. Check out his Favecast review of it here- http://www.favecast.com/dJtVWx1oSb

Peter B.Peter Boyce: Often tough to get a seat-- but great academic vibe, diverse selection of coffee and teas. Harvard go-to for language classes. (3 of 4 petals via Fondu) Read more.

Mark J.Mark J.: Best baristas ever. Student run, so definitely prefer supporting them over Starbucks.

Glass Flowers Exhibit is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Cambridge.

12. Glass Flowers Exhibit

7.2
Cambridge, MA
Science Museum · Aggasiz - Harvard University · 3 tips and reviews

David L.David Lawter: AWESOME! The Glass Flower exhibit must be on everyone's bucket list. The greatest hidden gem on the East Coast. GO!!

Rebecca C.Rebecca C-M: It's just amazing how they recreated the details

David M.David Ma: Made of coloured glass and copper wire and nothing else. This is the only collection in the world.

Darwin's Ltd. is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Cambridge.

13. Darwin's Ltd.

8.1
148 Mount Auburn St (Ash St.), Cambridge, MA
Coffee Shop · Harvard Square · 95 tips and reviews

Huntley F.Huntley Fields: Amazing food. Hidden gem for sure

Jonathan Y.Jonathan Yu: Huron sandwich is a must try. Smoked salmon, tomatoes, onion, cream cheese and fried egg on a sourdough bread!

Anne C.Anne Cush: Check the specials on their website.

Sheraton Commander Hotel is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Cambridge.

14. Sheraton Commander Hotel

7.1
16 Garden St (at Berkeley St.), Cambridge, MA
Hotel · West Cambridge · 26 tips and reviews

Prudence R.Prudence Runyan: I avoided booking in past. Hotel has a god-awful neon sign on the roof, making it look low rent. But, it is a hidden gem hotel just a few blocks from Harvard Square, In a lovely neighborhood.

TriciaTricia: Charming hotel! Had dinner at restaurant- Steak Frites was delish! Beds are very comfortable! Highly recommend it here!

JuliJuli: Known worldwide for excellence in slow-ass elevators!

Le's is one of The 15 Best Places for Hidden Spots in Cambridge.

15. Le's

7.1
36 JFK St (at Mt Auburn St.), Cambridge, MA
Vietnamese Restaurant · Harvard Square · 59 tips and reviews

Grant W.Grant Walker: The pho is amazing!!! Great price, taste, and portion size. A hidden gem in harvard square.

Squeak P.Squeak Pip: Delicious beef pho, split extra large with a friend and it was perfectly sized, not to mention about $7 including tip each.

Christopher S.Christopher Scott: Best chicken noodle soup in the world.