The Port — also called Old Port or Area 4 — is a bustling neighborhood in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Thanks to the nearby Massachusetts Institute of Technology campus, it’s also home to many tech workers and students.
And although it’s primarily a residential neighborhood, with around 7,000 people living here, there is no shortage of things to do in The Port.
Some of the most frequented spots in The Port are:
- Lamplighter Brewing Company, which specializes in serving craft beers in a cafe-like atmosphere
- Mu Lan, a Taiwanese restaurant with vegetarian-friendly dishes
- Cafe Luna, a cozy cafe with coffee, tea, breakfast, and lunch options
The Port is somewhat young, so it’s not uncommon to see new shops and eateries popping up throughout the area. It wasn’t until the late 1800s that The Port came into existence — the neighborhood was built after part of the Charles River was landfilled.
Because of its proximity to the Charles River and the re-establishment of older buildings in the area, many property owners are no stranger to common pests.