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Cambridge can sometimes feel inaccessible to foreign visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private walking tour. This personalized tour lets you discover the exterior of monuments, including museums, while your guide shares insights into local life and Cambridge culture. If you wish to include a museum visit, we can easily tailor the tour to your interests—just let us know in advance. Perfect for families, solo travelers, or couples, your guide will contact you beforehand to understand your preferences and ensure you experience the places that matter most to you. Uncover hidden gems, learn fascinating stories, and see Cambridge through the eyes of a local expert!

As well as Cambridge’s famous University buildings and grand architecture, there’s a smaller, rather charming side of the city that avid hunters like to search for—its Dinky Doors. These are miniature sculptures which pop up around the city, and are loved by kids and adults alike. On this self-guided tour, set off on an adventure to discover 12 doors and watch a video backstory for each door.

This is an ideal choice for travelers interested in visiting a shortlist of Cambridge’s most photogenic places. Save yourself hours of research time and go on this self-guided audio tour instead. There’s no fixed schedule, so you can start and stop whenever you like, and the tour uncovers lots of Instagram-worthy locations, such as King’s College, The Guildhall, and lesser-known secret spots too.

Put down the guidebook and enjoy an interactive way of discovering the highlights and hidden gems of Cambridge with this self-guided treasure hunt. Accessed via your smartphone, simply solve clues, and follow interactive treasure maps to explore different places in the city. There’s no time limit—which means you can go at your own pace—and plenty of fun city facts and stories are provided along the way.

History is rarely straightforward, and the history of Cambridge is full of complexity. This small-group tour, which is designed, researched, and guided by Cambridge University students and academics, focuses on the more difficult questions concerning the city’s past. You’ll learn about controversial monuments and memories, and the impact of imperialism on the university city. And, you’ll see some top Cambridge attractions along the way.

We shall explore the very heart of Cambridge, where new and old look out at us from every nook and cranny – hear stories of mediaeval strife and riots, struggles and labours of many a generation of students and scholars, and triumphs of human thought. On our way, we shall discuss how ideas and life itself have changed over centuries, and what today’s Cambridge is like – both the City and the University.

Uncover the untold stories of Cambridge with this engaging walking tour that highlights the often-overlooked contributions of LGBTQ+ individuals and women throughout the city's history. Your guide will take you back in time to highlight the many ways women have historically experienced the urban space and family life, uncover how masculinities have shaped and been shaped by the city landscape, and discuss queer experiences of the city. From groundbreaking women scholars to pivotal LGBTQIA+ figures, this tour offers a fresh and inclusive perspective on the city’s past. Perfect for history enthusiasts and those seeking a deeper, more inclusive narrative of Cambridge. Each tour is led by university researchers who are passionate about Cambridge, its residents, and its diverse past. **PLEASE NOTE: We cannot always accommodate last-minute bookings for private or group tours. Please contact us directly if you want to book a tour within the next 24 hours.

There’s so much to see in Cambridge—such as its magnificent university buildings, historic streets, and The Corpus Clock—however, shortlisting which highlights to see in a few hours is a challenging task. With this tour, let someone else do the hard work for you and take you on a whistle-stop introductory tour of Cambridge. Stroll past multiple colleges, including King’s; and learn about the city’s history along the way.

A punt along the River Cam is one of the most relaxing ways to enjoy the atmosphere of Cambridge. This 45-minute guided tour begins at the boathouse and takes you gently along the river, offering views of the city's most picturesque sights. You’ll pass the paddocks of Trinity, the iconic bridges of Cambridge, and the famous King’s College Chapel facing the river. Along the way, you’ll also see Queens’ College — the oldest building on the river — and the striking architecture of the royal foundations. As you glide past tranquil green spaces and elegant college buildings, you can enjoy light refreshments on board. With peaceful surroundings, historic views, and the option to sip and relax, this experience captures the charm of one of the most famous waterways in the world.