Cambridge University Walking and Punting Tour
Discover the city where you'll find some of the world's most renowned colleges.
Start your exploration from King's College on King's Parade, then stroll by landmarks like Corpus Clock, Queens' College, St. John's College, and Trinity College.
Experience the place where groundbreaking discoveries were made by visiting a former laboratory and visit the Eagle, a pub where history was made.
Marvel at the stunning vaulted ceiling of King's College Chapel (if this option is selected as part of your tour).
Take in the grandeur of The Senate House near Great St. Mary's, the university's historic church.
Options
Punting Tour Only
Inclusions
English-speaking guide
45-minute punting tour led by Cambridge University Student
Blankets,cushions and umbrellas are provided
Exclusions
Admission to King's College
Other personal expenses
Tips and gratuities
90-minute walking tour
Additional Info
Free for children aged 0-2
Children aged 0-17 must be accompanied by a paying adult
This tour involves a considerable amount of walking and stairs. Please make sure you are fit enough to participate
Please dress accordingly depending on the day's weather conditions
This activity is stroller and wheelchair-accessible
What's included in Cambridge University Walking and Punting Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)- [Departure] meet up at King’s College. You can choose to depart at the following times: 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00. Make sure you take part at the time you selected at booking, Assemble outside the gate of King’s College, located on King's Parade. The guide will be attired in blue (either a jacket, cap, beanie, or polo shirt). If you're unsure, don't hesitate to approach..Please arrive at the location 15 mins before the departure time
- [Attraction/experience] 1 hour(s) 30 min(s), Guided tour, King's College, Corpus Clock, The Eagle Pub, Mathematical Bridge, The Backs, Trinity College, St. John's College, The Senate House
- [Attraction/experience] 45 min(s), Guided tour, Cambridge Punting Tour, After your walking tour ends, you will make your way to Scudamore's Mill Lane Punting Station (~10 minute walk) to embark on your punting tour
- [Return] at Scudamore's Mill Lane Punting Station, You can choose to return at the following times: 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00, 18:00, 19:00, 20:00. Options available can vary based on the departure time you selected at booking and the duration of the itinerary.
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Explore the most renowned colleges in Cambridge and learn about student life at one of the world's most prestigious universities, guided by a University of Cambridge student or graduate.
Discover the halls where King Charles III, Sir Isaac Newton, and Stephen Hawking once studied. Begin your journey from King's College on King's Parade and meander past landmarks such as Corpus Christi College, Queens' College, Trinity Hall, and Trinity College.
Admire The Senate House near Great St. Mary's, the historic church of the university; be inspired by the former laboratory that revolutionised our world; and visit the historical Eagle pub.
If you choose to visit the King's College Chapel, conclude your beautiful walking tour in one of the most magnificent late-Gothic structures in the world.
Meet
Venues
- Kings Parade
