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Cambridge Art, Culture, & Historical Tours
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Cambridge
2 hrs 30 mins
The story of Cambridge Town and Gown Highlights
We walk through milestones of 800 years of the history of the University in Cambridge. How it started, why scholars arrived there and how it transformed the town to became the shrine to intellect and centre of business innovation it is renowned for today. We will experience where monarchs and famous alumni have left their mark, hear their stories, see the colleges and iconic Kings college Chapel and the picturesque riverside location.
The story of Cambridge Town and Gown Highlights
FROM$420/ per group
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Deborah M.
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Cambridge
1 hr 30 mins
ATOMS & APOSTLES: Famous Cambridge alumni
Cambridge ranks as a world class university city! It has produced some of the greatest mathematicians, scientists, writers and thinkers: renowned students include Isaac Newton, Stephen Hawking, Xu Zhimo King Charles III and more! Discover the royal connections, unique to Cambridge. Learn why, from the 19th century, many were dubbed the Atoms and Apostles. See the locations, hear the stories and experience what is it like to walk in the footsteps of those who were born to change the world !
ATOMS & APOSTLES: Famous Cambridge alumni
FROM$310/ per group
Deborah M.
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Cambridge
2 hours
Cambridge: the classic 2-hour walking tour
This 2-hour walking tour of Cambridge will delight and amaze you. Here's a question: What do atomic research, the translation of the Bible, dental care, the speed of sound, Romantics poetry, night climbing and an anti-slavery campaign have in common? Answer: Cambridge people have played an important and influential role in either their creation, research or application. You will also learn about traditions in sport and music, and even pranks and jokes which relate to the university and the city.
Cambridge: the classic 2-hour walking tour
FROM$130/ per group
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Manuel S.
5.00 / 5
(3 reviews)
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Cambridge
1 hr 30 mins
90-minute walking tour of Cambridge
This 90-minutes walking tour of Cambridge packs 2,000 years of history with a special emphasis on the amazing accomplishments of famous men and women of its world-class university. Visitors will hear how a small gathering of scholars more than 800 years ago grew to become one of the top universities of the world in a fascinating narrative of both its past and present. You will hear about 16th century kings and 21st century pharmaceutical companies, among many other details.
90-minute walking tour of Cambridge
FROM$120/ per group
Manuel S.
5.00 / 5
(3 reviews)
Cambridge Highlights Tours
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Cambridge
2 hours
The excellence and beauty of Cambridge
Most people have heard of Cambridge's excellence in many fields of human activity. However, few people know how the Cambridge environment contributed to shape Cambridge pioneers. This walking tour invites you to admire the beauty of Cambridge's streets, bridges and green spaces while you hear some fascinating stories about such people of both past and present: kings, queens, presidents, Nobel Prize winners, Hollywood actors, military leaders, religious reformers, healthcare pioneers, etc.
The excellence and beauty of Cambridge
FROM$130/ per group
Manuel S.
5.00 / 5
(3 reviews)
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Cambridge
2 hours
Cambridge - University, Colleges and it's famous people.
A walk around Cambridge learning the history of the University and the Colleges. Visiting many of the famous University and College buildings. Learning about some of the famous Alumni - Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, Stephen Hawking and many more. Seeing where the Atom was split and where the world first saw DNA.
Cambridge - University, Colleges and it's famous people.
FROM$120/ per group
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Dick M.
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Cambridge
2 hours
Essential Cambridge- The Absolute Must-Sees 2 hours
If you're short for time in Cambridge, this tour will make sure you see and hear about all the key places and people. You'll find out about the University and its 31 colleges We'll pass by: The magnificent Senate House where the students graduate Various colleges including Gonville and Caius/Trinity Hall/Trinity/St John's and King's college The River Cam - where you can be sure to see people punting The Corpus Clock The Eagle Pub The Old Cavendish Laboratory And more...
Essential Cambridge- The Absolute Must-Sees 2 hours
FROM$215/ per group
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Murray J.
5.00 / 5
(1 reviews)
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Cambridge
4 hours
Cambridge - University, Colleges and Alumni
Cambridge in all it's glory. Start in the centre, discover the history, architecture. Learn about some of the people who have shaped history - Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, Stephen Hawking and many more. Seeing where the Atom was split and where the world first saw DNA. Every tour is different and tailored to suit your interests.
Cambridge - University, Colleges and Alumni
FROM$180/ per group
Dick M.
Cambridge Unique Experience Tours
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Cambridge
1 hr 30 mins
The Cambridge years of C S Lewis
This 1.5-hour walking tour covers the years that C S Lewis spent in Cambridge in the 1950s and early 1960s. We shall walk some of the streets he walked, listen to some quotes from his books, and for those who are willing, even talk about some of the topics which interested him. Lewis once said "I can’t imagine a man really enjoying a book and reading it only once.” This tour will show you that C S Lewis was more than the famous author who wrote The Chronicles of Narnia. Come and find out.
The Cambridge years of C S Lewis
FROM$120/ per group
Manuel S.
5.00 / 5
(3 reviews)
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Cambridge
1 hr 30 mins
Cambridge: top secret agents
A walking tour revealing how Cambridge has been a source of secret agents for five centuries. Starting with Tudor England and all the way to the 21st century, the actions of some of these individuals changed the course of several important historical events. To any fans of Agent 007 out there: if you come in this tour be ready for a big surprise about him.
Cambridge: top secret agents
FROM$110/ per group
Manuel S.
5.00 / 5
(3 reviews)
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Cambridge
1 hr 30 mins
Cambridge: nido de espías durante 5 siglos
Un tour a pie que revela cómo Cambridge ha sido un nido de espias durante 5 siglos. Desde la época de la dinastía Tudor hasta los conflictos armados del siglo veintiuno varias agencias de espionaje han reclutado personas que residieron en Cambridge. Aunque cueste creerlo, algunas de las acciones de estos agentes cambiaron el curso de importantes acontecimientos históricos . Atención a quienes son fans del agente 007: en este tour os espera una sorpresa (o mejor dicho más de una) respecto a él.
Cambridge: nido de espías durante 5 siglos
FROM$110/ per group
Manuel S.
5.00 / 5
(3 reviews)
Cambridge Tour Reviews
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Jose eduardo C.
5 / 5
Jun 6, 2026
“Excelente.”
Manuel S is an excepcional guide.
Manuel S.
Thank you for your words, José Eduardo. I am glad that you and your wife enjoyed the tour so much. You were a pleasure to guide through this beautiful city.
J
Jed M.
5 / 5
Aug 17, 2023
“Great Tour, Great Guide, Great Time!”
I went on the CS Lewis tour and it was a great experience. Would highly recommend taking any tour with this guide, as he is very knowledgeable and conversational! My only regret is that I only had time to do one tour!
Manuel S.
Thank you. It was a pleasure to show you how Cambridge has links with C S Lewis. Feel free to come on another tour next time you come to Cambridge!
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Sayeh Z.
5 / 5
Oct 16, 2022
“Cambridge Tour with Manuel”
Manuel was a most excellent tour guide! He was knowledgeable, accommodating, informative and an excellent communicator. I would recommend him to anyone and look forward to returning to Cambridge with my husband and touring with Manuel again.
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Private Tours in Cambridge
Travel like a real local. With our lineup of varied tours we want to help you customize and realize your ideal tour in Cambridge. Our guides can arrange for you to visit areas specific to your interests, so there will be no filler in the itinerary!
Browse all the tours we offer in Cambridge, and find the perfect one for you. The tours come in a variety of categories and lengths, so chances are you will be able to find the tour for you. Looking for something you couldn’t find in our lineup? Go ahead and send a message to one of the guides, they will create your tour for you!
Teaming up with a local guide and getting their help in planning the itinerary is the smart way to travel, so let them sort everything out for you.