Cambridge City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Cambridge Corn Exchange showing heritage elements and street scenes
Cambridge City Centre
Bridge of Sighs featuring heritage architecture, a bridge and heritage elements
Cambridge City Centre
King\'s College Chapel featuring heritage elements, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Popular places to visit

Fitzwilliam Museum

University of Cambridge

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Cambridge during your travels in Cambridge. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

University of Cambridge
Cambridge Corn Exchange showing heritage elements and street scenes

Cambridge Corn Exchange

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Legendary performers, such as Syd Barrett and David Bowie, have performed at this historic venue.

Cambridge Corn Exchange
Parker\'s Piece which includes hiking or walking and a garden

Parker's Piece

4.5/5(3 reviews)

One of the most popular open spaces in Cambridge is a gorgeous green expanse for sports, picnics and large-scale public events.

Parker's Piece
Fitzwilliam Museum which includes heritage architecture and heritage elements

Fitzwilliam Museum

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Spend hours discovering more than 4,000 years of art and antiquities in the grand setting of a monumental 19th-century building.

Fitzwilliam Museum
St. John's College

St. John's College

5/5(4 reviews)

Explore the campus of St. John's College during your travels in Cambridge. Wander the picturesque gardens and riverfront in the area.

St. John's College
Emmanuel College

Emmanuel College

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Emmanuel College during your travels in Cambridge. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

Emmanuel College

Activities

Your own personal guide

Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge

AU$42
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge
Cambridge Famous Invention Podcast Tour

Secrets of King’s College Cambridge, Hawking, Darwin, Newton

AU$21
per adult
Secrets of King’s College Cambridge, Hawking, Darwin, Newton
Cambridge Self Guided Walking Tour

Cambridge Self Guided Walking Tour

AU$19
per adult
Cambridge Self Guided Walking Tour
Guide Ian Cooper enthrals on the University Walk...

University Walking Tour

AU$27
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
University Walking Tour
London Private Tour with Exclusive Car and Options

London Private Tour with Exclusive Car and Options

AU$625
per traveller
London Private Tour with Exclusive Car and Options
The Original Uncomfortable Cambridge TourTM

The Original Uncomfortable CambridgeTM Tour

AU$42
per adult
The Original Uncomfortable CambridgeTM Tour
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Our pick of the best Cambridge City Centre Hotel Deals

Graduate by Hilton Cambridge
Graduate by Hilton Cambridge
4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Granta Place, Cambridge, England
The price is AU$312 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$312
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cambridge. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (680 reviews)
"The riverside location was wonderful, with good walks along the river"

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Graduate by Hilton Cambridge
Hilton Cambridge City Centre
Hilton Cambridge City Centre
4 out of 5
20 Downing Street, Cambridge, England
The price is AU$324 per night from 27 July to 28 July
AU$324
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cambridge. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Lovey helpful staff - unfortunately our room was not cleaned and the towels not replaced on our second night"

Reviewed on 4 Jul. 2025

Hilton Cambridge City Centre
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge
4 out of 5
15-19 Trumpington Street, Cambridge, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$287 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
AU$287
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cambridge. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (821 reviews)
Cozy weekend escape in Cambridge
"This was the best stay I've had in Cambridge and will recommend it to my family and friends when they visit. The room was cosy but so spacious - it felt like having a full flat to ourselves. The staff were super kind and helpful, the food was delicious, and the location was perfect."

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge
University Arms, Autograph Collection
University Arms, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
Regent Street, Cambridge, England
The price is AU$326 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$326
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Cambridge. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (529 reviews)
"Lovely hotel with excellent staff. Appreciated the complementary walking tour with guide Tony."

Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2025

University Arms, Autograph Collection
The Varsity Hotel & Spa
The Varsity Hotel & Spa
4 out of 5
24 Thompsons Lane, Cambridge, England
The price is AU$350 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$350
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Cambridge. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (850 reviews)
"Fabulous"

Reviewed on 28 Jun. 2025

The Varsity Hotel & Spa
West Court - Cambridge - Campus Accommodation
West Court - Cambridge - Campus Accommodation
2 out of 5
West Court, Jesus College, Jesus Lane, Cambridge, England
The price is AU$281 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$281
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hostel in Cambridge. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (185 reviews)
"We loved our stay! My spouse and I were initially unsure about the shared bathroom, but it turned out to be a non-issue. The grounds were delightful, and while the room was small, the design made it feel just right—cozy and well thought-out. Breakfast was a highlight: the morning walk to it added ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jun. 2025

West Court - Cambridge - Campus Accommodation
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Other neighbourhoods around Cambridge City Centre

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Petersfield

While visiting Petersfield, you might make a stop by sights like Mill Road and Cambridge Muslim Welfare Society.

Petersfield
King\'s College showing heritage architecture

Newnham

If you're spending some time in Newnham, King's College Chapel and Mathematical Bridge are top sights worth seeing.

Newnham
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Chesterton

While Chesterton may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Christ's College and The River Cam.

Chesterton
Bridge of Sighs which includes heritage architecture, kayaking or canoeing and heritage elements

Castle

While visiting Castle, you might make a stop by sights like The River Cam and Bridge of Sighs.

Castle
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Romsey

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Romsey and surrounding area, you can visit Mill Road and Cambridge University Botanic Garden.

Romsey
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Arbury

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

While Arbury isn't home to many top sights, The River Cam and Bridge of Sighs are some notable places to visit nearby.

Arbury

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