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90-minutes walking tour of Cambridge
Joined 2022
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 little gathering of scholars 800 years ago has grown to become one of the top universities in the world, a fascinating narrative of both past and present. Expect to hear me mention about 16th century king Henry VIII but also about the pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca.
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Outside the Guildhall building (Guildhall Place, Market Hill, Cambridge CB2 3QJ)
- The Guildhall is facing Market Square, the central space where market stall holders sell street food from many countries of the world, fruits and vegetables and souvenirs for tourists.
Trinity College: The Great Gate
A large college associated with government rulers from many countries and a vast number of Nobel Prize winners. The king who founded it couldn't have imagined that one day even an apple would bring a great result.
Senate House Hill - Great St Mary's Church
This central spot of Cambridge has witnessed the making and breaking of physical objects and man-made rules by male and female pioneers.
King's Parade and the Corpus Clock
As we walk on King's Parade, there it is: King's College Chapel, the most iconic building in Cambridge. Extraordinarily beautiful, this 500-year-old architectural masterpiece continues to amaze people today as when it was first built. Very near the Chapel we shall stop by a clock of unusual and scary features, so get ready to be surprised.
The Eagle Pub and the Old Cavendish Laboratory
A place for a last drink before going on war duty and where a very important scientific discovery was announced. Less than 200 metres away is the location of a laboratory where many discoveries which have changed your life and mine were made.
Emmanuel College
At this college some key men who sowed the seeds of the Protestant religion in English-speaking North America were educated, the most famous one being portrayed in its beautiful chapel. The college gorgeous gardens continue to provide a peaceful atmosphere amidst traditional buildings where scholars have laboured for hundreds of years.
Cambridge Market Square
We finish at Market Square, near many shops and eating places.
Ending Point
Cambridge Market Square
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This tour can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Click below to send me a message with your requests.
Inclusions & Exclusions
Guide fee
entrance fee, lunch, dinner, transport fee
Tour Important Information
This is a walking tour, so please wear appropriate clothing and comfortable shoes. The English weather is unpredictable and variable!
The Cambridge University colleges are private institutions that have restricted access. They are closed during examination times and college events.
Times of opening can be subject to last minute changes. Your guide will check these details in advance and, if necessary, agree an alternative solution.
Important message from the supplier
In December and January I am available on:
Monday: from 14:00 to 16:00
Tuesday and Wednesday: from 10:00 to 12:30
Thursday and Saturday: from 14:00 to 16:00
Friday: from 10:00 to 13:30
Sunday: Not available
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2022
About Tour Guide Manuel S.
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!
Reviews
“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!
“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.
$120/ per group
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