Aerin: You can also take the redline to this neighborhood at Kendall Station. See if you can find the controls to the musical art on the platforms. EastCambridge.

Aerin: Donnelly Field is one of the few outdoor spaces in the neighborhood. WellingtonHarrington is mostly known for its vibrant restaurant scene and convenient residential neighborhoods. Donnelly Field is centrally located.

Aerin: ArtBar is located at a hotel overlooking the river. The patio is lovely during the summer. EastCambridge.

Aerin: All Star Sandwich Bar makes some if the most interesting sandwich combinations. They've recently expanded to include a pizza restaurant across the street. Great place for a quick bite. WellingtonHarrington, Cambridge.

Aerin: Atwoods serves exception pub food to the tune of live music on most nights. A local favorite for not only the music and the food, but also the great beer selection.

Aerin: The East Coast Grill is an area favorite. Their Bloody Mary offerings help make brunch here especially popular. Their semi regular Hell Night, featuring the hottest foods you will likely ever taste, generally is sold out in minutes. WellingtonHarrington, Cambridge.

Aerin: Boutiques have been becoming more frequent in this neighborhood such as this one, Boutique fabulous. Great place to pick up gifts. WellingtonHarrington, Cambridge.

Aerin: This mini park at the end of Quincy Street at Harvard and Mass Ave is surprisingly serene for being located between such busy streets. MidCambridge.

Aerin: The Green Line of the MBTA runs through East Cambridge. At Lechmere station you can take the Green Line back into Boston or catch a number of bus lines.

Aerin: It's a pleasant walk through Harvard Yard. The lawns are full of students engaged in both play and study during the nicer days of the school year. MidCambridge

Aerin: Community Bocce court available within the Gabriel D. Paiva, Jr. Garden. Bring your own bocce balls. WellingtonHarrington, Cambridge.

Aerin: Local toystore Stellabella is a favorite for people looking to find unique or educational toys. There are a few Stellabella toy atores in the greater Boston area. WellingtonHarrington, Cambridge.

Aerin: Christina's Homemade Ice Cream: arguably the best ice cream in the greater Boston area. Don't miss the spice sho next door where you can pick up some of the unique spices and flavors they feature in their ice cream. WellingtonHarrington, Cambridge.

Aerin: You can pick up a boat tour at this park outside the Cambridgeside galleria. The many tables and seating areas also makes it a popular picnic spot.

Aerin: This neighborhood is most known for the many innovative companies. Many of the worlds leading research firms are located here, drawing from the many highly rated school. EastCambridge.

Aerin: Come to Oberon for performance experiences like no other. Currently home to The Donkey Show this theatre perfectly melds a night out with a performance about a night out, fluidly performed amongst theatre goers. MidCambridge

Aerin: Harvard residences and buildings extend into this neighborhood. Students may live here year round. MidCambridge

Aerin: Though not one of the more heavily student populated areas, Cambridge College and Bunker Hill College are closely situated at the outskirts of East Cambridge. In addition MIT is located near Kendall Square nearby.

Aerin: Follow in the footsteps of a famous Cantabridgian, Julia Child, by taking a class at Le Cordon Bleu. EastCambridge.

Aerin: Landmark Kendall is one of the most popular movie theaters in town for cinema fans. This theater, located within quick walking distance to many excellent restaurants, typically shows quality independent and foreign films, with some bigger studio selections. WellingtonHarrington, Cambridge.

Aerin: The Plough & Stars offers live music at night and simulcast soccer games during the day. It's a Cambridge classic. MidCambridge

Aerin: Come for the Guinness, stay for the unusual conversations. This bar attracts local college and post grad students, tending to the avant garde and friendly.MidCambridge.

Aerin: The local branch of the Cambridge Public Library offers of good selection of media and community events. The property is nicely landscaped with a well maintained patio for outdoor seating. WellingtonHarrington,Cambridge.

Aerin: Don't miss the Planetarium or the Mugar Omni Theatre. Great rainy day activity. EastCambridge