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United Kingdom (UK)
Deborah M.
I am an art and architectural historian. I have worked at the National Gallery and other Museums in London and abroad. I moved to the University city of Cambridge over 35 years ago, lecturing at the University museums, researching and delivering a great variety of courses to locals and visitors alike in the adult sector. Art is my passion that continues to feed my own learning, which I love to share with like minded people. I aim to entertain and educate but above all communicate my own sense of wonder and joy in the world around us. The redemptive power of creativity has never been more vital and desirable in our lives than it is today ! I am keen to motivate, challenge and engage, sharing my knowledge and experience with others. I have organised many short and extended trips around England and abroad for adult students to visit sights of artistic and historical interest over the last 25 years. I am indeed privileged to enjoy my role as a tour guide in such a unique city like Cambridge I have high expectations of myself and always aim to create a high quality, personalised experience for travellers. My reviews are all 5 star ! I have a B. A. in the History of Art with French, an M. A. in Material culture & the built environment, a P. G. C. E. in Art education in Art & Design & T. E. F. L. I have trained town and museum guides locally. My research is ongoing and I am always writing the next chapter ! My tours will give you the benefit of my many years of knowledge and experience and as someone who understands the locality and will take you to the heart of its story. You already know the unique value of the authentic experience. You have arrived at Cambridge, your destination, but now the journey can truly begin, so let me reveal to you what makes this city worth visiting ! Hopefully you will depart enriched by the experience and excited to share your special memories back home.
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United Kingdom (UK)
Manuel S.
5.00 / 5
(3 reviews)
5.00 / 5
(3 reviews)
Hello! I am Manuel, an experienced and professional tour guide with extensive knowledge of the historic city centre of Cambridge. My walking tours describe men and women whose ideas and actions have affected nearly every area of human endeavour. It is very likely that someone from your region or country is already in this city to either work or study. How can that be possible in a city of less than 150,000 people? Come to one of my tours and find out. I will ensure that, no matter your background or age, your visit to Cambridge is a memorable experience. I hope to see you soon!
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United Kingdom (UK)
Dick M.
A life-long Cambridge resident, Dick began his education at St John’s College Choir School. He has been in love with the city and university ever since. Before qualifying as a tour guide Dick taught in Cambridge and nearby Suffolk. He has played and coached rugby locally and internationally. Dick was coach of the Cambridge University Rugby team, “The Blues”, from 2001 to 2010 helping them to beat Oxford, ‘the other place,’ six times. He also coached the Swedish team at the Women’s World Cup Finals in 2010. A true local, you will find him on the Real Tennis courts at Grange Road, out with his cycling club or in one of Cambridge’s many real ale pubs. Dick says “Cambridge has something to show everyone, with stories of famous people and events at every corner”
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United Kingdom (UK)
Angela D.
The story of Cambridge starts with a murder and continues with tales of love, death, betrayal and intrigue. There is something to interest everyone of all ages and from all nations. I can customise a tour for you and where the numbers are too many for a one guide (school parties for example) I can share the tour with another esteemed Cambridge GoWithGuide colleague. We have all lived in Cambridge for many years and all love telling the city's stories.
New Cambridge Tour Guides
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United Kingdom (UK)
David C.
I am professionally working in travel business since 1998 , studied high school and university in tourism fiel management. Worked in operations , guided tours and now managing own tours and operations.
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United Kingdom (UK)
Murray J.
5.00 / 5
(1 reviews)
5.00 / 5
(1 reviews)
Hello. I’m Murray, a qualified tour guide in Cambridge. Is it a satisfying job? Absolutely! Walking around such an attractive city is always a pleasure (yes, even if it happens to be raining. Well, we are in England!). It’s a perfect job for would-be researchers. I love creating new tours and that means coming up with ideas for topics that people might find interesting, doing the research, organizing the information, and turning it (hopefully) into an intriguing tour. As well as introducing people to the must-see sights, I enjoy the off-the-beaten-path tours and going to places most tour guides don’t go to. I love quirky things and there are plenty of those in Cambridge – like some fascinating public art that most people miss, and perhaps one of the most unusual street musicians anywhere, if we are lucky enough to see him! As well as physical walking tours, I give a number of virtual tours. I think these can be a very nice introduction to Cambridge and I’ve given these to several groups who have then later visited Cambridge and had a walking tour. In my virtual tours I use Google Street View and Powerpoint, which allows me to explore things that I can’t on a walking tour, so, for me, virtual tours can really compliment physical walking tours. In short, I think you’ll be able to tell that I enjoy introducing Cambridge whatever areas you are interested in.
Popular Cambridge Private 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
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
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Manuel S.
5.00 / 5
(3 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
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Dick M.
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Cambridge
2 hours
A walk through 800 years of Cambridge history
This is a walk with tales of clever but often eccentric people as we go through the city of Cambridge. We see Great St Mary's, the church where the first students studied in 1209 and where in 1381 the peasants revolted. We visit The Eagle pub where in 1953 two young men declared that they had discovered "the secret of life" (they had made a model of the structure of DNA). We talk about the men and women who founded some of the oldest colleges.
A walk through 800 years of Cambridge history
FROM$120/ per group
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Angela D.
New Cambridge Private Tours
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Cambridge
6 hours
A thousand years of architecture
Cambridge has buildings and structures from the 11th century, through to the 14th, 16th 17th, 18th, 19th and 20th. Often these are right next to each other. No one minds.
A thousand years of architecture
FROM$200/ per group
Angela D.
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Cambridge
1 hr 30 mins
A Tour of King's College Chapel and Grounds
This tour includes a visit to the splendid King's College Chapel. with its sixteenth century stained glass windows and the college grounds which cross the river. The chapel took 100 years to build because it went through the reigns of five different kings. There is also the Chinese Stone, a marble moment on which are inscribed the first and last lines of the poem The Sadness of Leaving Cambridge by the Chinese poet Xu Zhimo who studied at King's in the 1920s.
A Tour of King's College Chapel and Grounds
FROM$120/ per group
Angela D.
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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
Dick 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.
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.
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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.
Cambridge Private Tour Guide
Whether it’s your first time to Cambridge or you are back to discover more, a good tour guide can make all the difference. Enjoy the best of what Cambridge has to offer, without all the fuss of planning everything by yourself!
You can pick your favorite itinerary from the Cambridge tours offered by our local guides, but feel free to ask for customizations based on your preferences. We want to help travelers get the most out of their trips, and we believe a good tour with a local guide is the best way to ensure that.
There is so much to see and do in Cambridge, and the best way to get the most out of your time there is to have a local expert with you. GoWithGuide is committed to delivering unforgettable tour experiences, so let us help you create your next favorite memory.
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