Classic Cambridge Walking Tour with Certified Guide

Led by knowledgeable, entertaining, and accredited Green-Badge guide Taj, this tour immerses you into Cambridge's history, legacy, and classic charm. Whether you’re a history enthusiast, a curious explorer, or simply looking for an inspiring walking experience, this tour brings Cambridge to life in an interactive and engaging way. You will see the city's most iconic landmarks, stunning architecture, and quaint corners, learn about the origins of the university and town, see Cambridge College life from the inside, and hear tales of royals, rebels, religious men, poets and revolutionary scientists like Isaac Newton and Stephen Hawking. You will also visit the Old Cavendish laboratory where discoveries like electrons and the structure of DNA were made, the famous Eagle pub, a thousand-year-old church, and a strangely captivating time-eating monster. The tour will conclude on Cambridge's most iconic street: King's Parade. Every step reveals the brilliance of Cambridge’s past and present.

1. 1

   Stop 1

   10 min

   An ancient church with title of being the cradle of English reformation. Hidden away in the little alleyway with two hidden gems. Visitors will know about the start of English reformation and break away from Catholic church and the martyr who were burnt at stake for Thier beliefs.

2. 2

   Cambridge Market Square

   10 min

   Visitors will see the ancient market going on uninterrupted for over thousand years. The Guild hall it's beautiful artistic gate symbols and the court of arms - sea horses, ships. Our story of the town and the university will start here. An delightful statue of eccentric Cambridge character will set the scene for more hidden gems along the path of the tour.

3. 3

   Stop 3

   10 min

   Visitors will have a chance to view the court of one the Cambridge university Colleges and hear about it secrets and famous alumni. (Subject to College opening days)

4. 4

   Old Cavendish Laboratory

   10 min

   Visitors will see the Lab and hear about the world changing discoveries made here in Cambridge.

5. 5

   Stop 5

   10 min

   Visitors will enjoy the view of this amazing historical pub going back to 16th century as couching Inn. It holds memories many legendary airmen who socialised here during the second world war. It is pub where the discovery of the 'secret of life' of was announced. A ghost window that shall remain open why?

6. 6

   Stop 6

   10 min

   Visitors will have the chance to see the oldest church in Cambridge dated 1025 with intact Anglo-Saxon tower with strange holes and unique masonry.

7. 7

   Corpus Clock

   5 min

   An artpiece and timepiece wrapped in one, featuring the imposing yet fascinating "cronophage" ("time-eater"). Hear the story of its creation, and the famous scientist who designed it.

8. 8

   King's College

   10 min

   The visitors will have chance to see the most iconic building in Cambridge and hear about it's fascinating history of royal patronage.

9. 9

   Senate House

   10 min

   Visitors will see the the Senate House of Cambridge University a beautiful neoclassical building which is made for graduation ceremonies. You will here about famous student prank that has become a legend it's own right. The visitors will also hear about mysterious degree ceremonies.

10. 10

    Trinity College

    10 min

    Visitors will see the famous great gate of Trinity - with many ancient symbols - and the Statue of the most famous English Monarch Henry the 8th who founded the college. You will hear about the great trinity men like Issac Newton and his time in Cambridge.

11. 11

    Newton's Apple Tree

    5 min

    Visitors will see the famous Apple tree that commemorates the most famous scientist Issac Newton. Visitors will chance to look at room (external view) where he lived and also hear about his lesser known inventions.

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.