Hotel Accommodations
We've reserved room blocks at the following hotels. Please book early to secure the symposium rate.
[Hotel Name]
123 Main Street, [City, State]
Phone: (555) 123-4567
Room Block Code: SURNAME2026
Book by [Date] for discounted rate of $[X]/night
Book Now[Alternate Hotel Name]
456 Oak Avenue, [City, State]
Phone: (555) 987-6543
Room Block Code: SURNAME2026
Book by [Date] for discounted rate of $[X]/night
Book NowGetting There
By Air
Airport: [Airport Code] - [Airport Name]
Distance to Venue: Approximately [X] miles ([X] minutes)
Transportation: Taxi, rideshare (Uber/Lyft), and rental cars available
By Car
Parking: Free parking is available at the venue
Address: MIT Chapel and Samberg Conference Center, Cambridge, MA
GPS Coordinates: [Coordinates if helpful]
Public Transit
MBTA: [Details if applicable - nearest T station, bus routes, etc.]
The venue is accessible via public transportation. Check MBTA.com for current schedules and routes.
Directions to Venue
MIT Chapel: 48 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA 02139
Samberg Conference Center: 50 Ames Street, Cambridge, MA 02142
The ceremony will be held at MIT Chapel, followed by the reception at Samberg Conference Center, which are within walking distance of each other.
Things to Do in Cambridge
Arriving early or staying an extra day? Cambridge and Boston have plenty to offer.
MIT Campus
Explore the beautiful MIT campus, visit the MIT Museum, or walk along the Charles River.
Harvard Square
Discover Harvard Yard, browse bookstores, and enjoy cafes and restaurants in historic Harvard Square.
Museums & Culture
Visit the Museum of Fine Arts, Isabella Stewart Gardner Museum, or the Museum of Science.
Freedom Trail
Walk the historic Freedom Trail and explore Boston's Revolutionary War history.
Fenway Park
Catch a Red Sox game at America's most beloved ballpark (check schedule for August dates).
Our Favorite Spots
A curated list of places we love in Cambridge and Boston — from date-night staples to everyday haunts. Consider this our personal field guide to the area.
Restaurants
Oleana
Inventive Mediterranean cuisine with a beautiful patio garden. A Cambridge classic and one of our favorite date-night spots.
Cambridge · $$$ · Reservations recommendedGiulia
Handmade pasta and Italian small plates in a cozy Harvard Square setting. Worth every minute of the wait.
Harvard Square · $$$ · Reservations recommendedSumiao Hunan Kitchen
Authentic Hunan-style cooking with bold, fiery flavors. Our go-to for a vibrant weeknight dinner.
Cambridge · $$ · Walk-ins welcomeTatte Bakery & Cafe
Beautiful pastries and Israeli-inspired brunch. Perfect for a leisurely morning before the symposium.
Multiple locations · $ · CasualBars & Coffee
Lamplighter Brewing Co.
Creative craft beers in a bright, airy Broadway taproom. Great for an afternoon hang with friends.
Cambridge · $$ · CasualBroadsheet Coffee
Excellent specialty coffee and a calm atmosphere. Our morning ritual spot.
Cambridge · $ · CasualSweets & Treats
Toscanini's Ice Cream
Legendary Cambridge ice cream shop with inventive flavors. The New York Times once called it "the best ice cream in the world."
Central Square · $ · Cash & cardMike's Pastry
Iconic Boston cannoli and Italian pastries in the North End. Grab a box to share — you'll want to try more than one.
North End, Boston · $ · Cash preferredThese are our personal picks — feel free to reach out if you'd like more tailored recommendations based on your tastes or dietary needs!
Need Help with Travel Planning?
If you have questions about accommodations, transportation, or need assistance with travel arrangements, please contact us at wuhyder@gmail.com
We're happy to help coordinate group transportation or provide additional recommendations.