Discover the rich history and famous alumni of Cambridge University on a private walking tour. Explore the city’s bookshops, cafes, and scenic parks while learning about luminaries like Stephen Hawking and Isaac Newton.
Discover the rich history and famous alumni of Cambridge University on a private walking tour. Explore the city’s bookshops, cafes, and scenic parks while learning about luminaries like Stephen Hawking and Isaac Newton.
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Cambridge - Cambridge is a stunning medieval university city located on the River Cam in eastern England. The city’s history dates back to 875, and the university was established in 1209, making it the second-oldest university in England and one of the most prestigious in the world.
Discover how Cambridge as a city and Cambridge University evolved…
- Cambridge - Cambridge is a stunning medieval university city located on the River Cam in eastern England. The city’s history dates back to 875, and the university was established in 1209, making it the second-oldest university in England and one of the most prestigious in the world.
Discover how Cambridge as a city and Cambridge University evolved during the Middle Ages as a competitor to Oxford at Cambridge Market Square.
Conclude your private tour with a complimentary drink at one of the historic local pubs in Cambridge.
- St. John’s College - Visit some of the city’s most renowned colleges and learn what makes each one special, such as St. John’s College, celebrated for its choir and numerous distinguished alumni, including Nobel Prize winners, prime ministers, princes, and even saints. Pause to admire Great St Mary’s, the University Church, the largest church in Cambridge, dating back to the early 1200s.
- King’s College Chapel - Delight in a guided tour of the magnificent King’s College Chapel, renowned for its elaborate gothic architecture, stained-glass windows, and invaluable artwork like the Adoration of the Magi painted by Rubens in 1634. Explore the grounds of King’s College and stroll down to the River Cam to enjoy “The Backs” lawn - a truly enchanting photo opportunity.
- Silver Street Bridge - Cross Silver Street Bridge and learn about Queen’s College and the famous Mathematical Bridge, an engineering marvel that, contrary to popular belief, was not designed by Sir Isaac Newton. Admire the Corpus Clock, unveiled in 2008 by Stephen Hawking, which captivates both locals and tourists with its intricate design and unique features, such as a giant grasshopper.

- King’s College Chapel admission tickets
- 1 drink per person at a historic Cambridge pub
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
- A friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your own private group
- King’s College Chapel admission tickets
- 1 drink per person at a historic Cambridge pub
- Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places
- A friendly, professional English-speaking tour guide for your own private group
- Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to make recommendations along the way
- Hotel pick up, we do recommend a centrally located start point
- Transportation throughout experience
- Gratuities
- Food and drink, although your guide will be happy to make recommendations along the way
- Hotel pick up, we do recommend a centrally located start point
- Transportation throughout experience
- Gratuities
Cambridge University was established by scholars from Oxford who fled the town/gown riots in the 13th century. Since then, the two universities have maintained a friendly (and occasionally not so friendly!) rivalry for many centuries. The most renowned example of this is the annual Boat Race on the River Thames. As England’s two oldest universities,…
Cambridge University was established by scholars from Oxford who fled the town/gown riots in the 13th century. Since then, the two universities have maintained a friendly (and occasionally not so friendly!) rivalry for many centuries. The most renowned example of this is the annual Boat Race on the River Thames. As England’s two oldest universities, they are often referred to as ‘Oxbridge’.
Today, the ‘modern’ city of Cambridge boasts a diverse selection of bookshops, cafes, pubs, live music venues, galleries, museums, and picturesque riverside parks. The banks of the River Cam are delightful spots during the summer months.
On this private walking tour of this renowned city, the guide will assist in revealing the numerous layers and stories of both Cambridge and its distinguished alumni, including notable figures such as Stephen Hawking, Charles Darwin, Isaac Newton, and several prime ministers.
Relish the charming, historic yet lively atmosphere – and enjoy a stop for a pint at a local, historic tavern afterwards.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.