This small-group excursion will allow you to explore the beautiful views of Cambridge from the water.
On board a punting, your guide will take you on a 45-minute ride through the River Cam. You’ll pass by Magdalene College and catch a glimpse of Cambridge’s beautiful bridges, including its oldest one. The cruise will also take you to see the Trinity College Library as well as a gorgeous chapel.
During the tour, your guide will offer historical commentary and other interesting trivia about Cambridge’s colleges.
On this hop-on, hop-off tour, you'll have the opportunity to explore the beautiful city of Cambridge by bus. The sightseeing route will take you to some of the most iconic landmarks, such as the historic city center, The Backs and River Cam.
Featuring 16 stops all over the city, you'll be able to get off the bus to explore the famous attractions at your own pace. You'll also have the opportunity to enjoy unlimited access to the bus for 24 hours.
Experience Cambridge through the eyes of those who truly lived it. This is the only tour in Cambridge exclusively led by genuine University of Cambridge graduates, operated by Alumni Tours™.
Unlike generic city walks, our guides share personal stories of student life, secret traditions, and the academic rivalries that shaped centuries of discovery.
You’re not just visiting colleges—you’re walking in the footsteps of Newton, Darwin, and Hawking with someone who once studied where they did. Enjoy exclusive entry to King’s College Chapel, the crown jewel of English Gothic architecture, or upgrade to a private bespoke tour with access to additional colleges.
Available in English, Mandarin 中文, and Spanish Español, every detail—from small-group sizes to our royal-blue Alumni uniforms—reflects our commitment to authenticity, storytelling, and excellence.
What do you get if you take 2000 years of history, add lashings of ancient buildings, and mix in some of the world’s most colourful characters? A city that’s ‘alive’ with ghosts – that’s what! Meet the victims of horrific punishments, see the hangman’s house, visit one of the most haunted roads in England, and hear the chilling tales of phantom Fellows and spooky Scholars that haunt the city.
On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll hear stories about the women who fought for educational equality, made groundbreaking scientific discoveries, shaped the arts, and changed politics at Cambridge University. Hear the stories of women became pioneers in their fields, campaigners for reform, and leaders of the world. The tour starts where Cambridge University was founded in 1209, at Great St Mary’s Church. Pass the Old Cavendish Laboratory and learn about Dorothy Hodgkin – Britain’s first female Nobel Prize winner in science. Walk along the river Cam and past buildings where women created their own societies of learning while being excluded from the university. The tour concludes at Senate House, where the final battles for women’s equal education were fought and won. By the end of this 90-minute tour, you’ll have heard the untold stories of Cambridge’s women, and discovered how they continue to inspire change in the ongoing fight for full equality at the university – and beyond.
This 1.5-hour tour will provide you with the opportunity to discover the historic university city of Cambridge. During the tour, you'll be guided by a current or former student who'll show you around the streets of Cambridge while providing historical facts and stories about the city.
You'll have the chance to visit the pub where James Watson and Francis Crick announced their discovery of DNA and learn more about some of the famous names and great minds who were educated at the university. Additionally, you'll be able to explore the riverbanks of the Pembroke and Trinity College Backs where you'll see punts and bridges. You can also admire the neoclassical architecture of the campus that dates back to 1209.
Shared Cambridge Punting Tour
Come Punting in Cambridge in style with Rutherford's, only the best will do! Raised seating, beautifully clean blankets and tables on all the boats. Don't settle for anything else but the best!
The highlight of any Cambridge experience our shared punt tours will take you on Rutherford's quality assured 45-minute river tour through the backs of the colleges, showing you the most breathtaking views Cambridge has to offer.
You will be guided by one of our own professional chauffeurs who will bring Cambridge to life with the fascinating story this city has to offer.
Your tickets can be purchased on a walk-up basis on-station or for the best deal plan ahead and save money with an online e-ticket.
All our boats have raised seating and tables.
A punt along the River Cam is one of the most relaxing ways to enjoy the atmosphere of Cambridge. This 45-minute guided tour begins at the boathouse and takes you gently along the river, offering views of the city's most picturesque sights. You’ll pass the paddocks of Trinity, the iconic bridges of Cambridge, and the famous King’s College Chapel facing the river. Along the way, you’ll also see Queens’ College — the oldest building on the river — and the striking architecture of the royal foundations.
As you glide past tranquil green spaces and elegant college buildings, you can enjoy light refreshments on board. With peaceful surroundings, historic views, and the option to sip and relax, this experience captures the charm of one of the most famous waterways in the world.
Enter King’s College! Established by King Henry VI, with successive King’s providing more ambitious additions (hence the name). The chapel has the largest vaulted ceiling in the world and even a Rubens, once the most expensive painting ever purchased. It is easy to see why numerous Kings and Queens have visited, and why your visit cannot be complete without entering!
This tour will introduce you to the crucial role of Cambridge in world history and highlight the city’s architectural wonders, with our University guides. On top of this, the tour will enter King’s College!
Sites covered include the oldest church in Cambridge (1033), the oldest College (1284) and the laboratory famous for the discovery of DNA. Along with Cambridge landmarks such as the Mathematical Bridge and Senate house where graduation has been held for the past 300 years.
Additionally, our student guides will share their experiences of the college system and let you into local secrets.
Walk in the footsteps of Newton, Stephen Hawking and Charles Darwin as you discover the enchanting city of Cambridge with this self-guided tour. Designed by a Pembroke College student, you will not only learn about some of the famous colleges that make up the prestigious university but also hear about a haunted pub, a quirky clock, a unique bridge and some noteworthy churches.
This tour is the perfect orientation for those who are first time visitors to Cambridge and want to cover the highlights. You can linger and enter the different sights or if you are pressed for time, finish the tour in a little over an hour.
Our 60-minute outdoor ghost tour. Wander through eerie streets where ghostly apparitions have been reported for centuries. We don’t use props or jump scares—instead, we share the fascinating supernatural stories that bring Cambridge’s history to life.
Hear about the restless spirit said to haunt a local pub and the ghosts linked to some of the city’s oldest sites. Discover the strange events at Peterhouse that made headlines nationwide, and learn about the dark history of Corpus Christi College and the tragic fates that befell many there.
The tour ends near the city centre, close to the lively parts of town—just in time for a meal or a drink to shake off the spookiness of your journey
On this self-guided walking tour, you'll meet the colourful characters that shaped the university‘s 800-year history. Embark on an enchanting journey through the charming cobbled streets of Cambridge, where you‘ll see the university‘s iconic colleges and hear its rich history. Led by a Cambridge University graduate and expert tour guide brimming with historical anecdotes, you‘ll be immersed in the captivating tales of rivalry and discovery that has shaped this world-famous institution.
Along the way, you‘ll hear of the most lied-about bridge in Cambridge, the Mathematical Bridge, and about rivalries that fuel the university‘s competitive spirit. I‘ll tell you about the rivalry between St John‘s and Trinity College, the local upper and lower classes, and Cambridge and Oxford. From the grandeur of King‘s College Chapel‘s soaring spires to the characterful passageways past Trinity College, each stop unveils a different side of the esteemed institution.
This combined package has it all. This tour gives you a unique chance to see Cambridge both on foot and from the water, all in one visit. Enjoy a complete Cambridge experience by combining our 90-minute student- or graduate-led college walking tour with a 45-minute chauffeured punting trip—a great way to take in the city’s history and charm.
The tour takes place outdoors. If you choose when booking, after the walking tour finishes, you can add a self-guided visit to one of Cambridge’s most historic and beautiful chapels: King's College Chapel.
Then, without needing to arrange anything extra, you’ll board a traditional punt and glide along the peaceful River Cam. Passing the famous college backs, the Bridge of Sighs, and the college riverfronts, you’ll see parts of Cambridge that most visitors dream of, when coming here.
It’s a perfect way to enjoy both Cambridge’s rich academic heritage and its tranquil riverside scenery—all in one experience.
On this self-guided exploration game, you’ll look for hidden gems in Cambridge. While on the quest, you’ll follow clues to find various points of interest both in the city center as well as on its boundaries.
The clues will lead you from one attraction to another. You’ll get exact directions without having to use a guide, GPS or map. While solving the problems and guessing the answers, you’ll unlock the secrets of the highlights you’ll encounter.
You can hop-on and off as many times as you like aboard your Cambridge open-top double-decker City Sightseeing bus. There are many stops to choose from and the entire route takes approximately 1 hour (not including walking tour). The bus departs every 25-30 minutes from each stop. Tickets are valid for 24 hours from first use.
Embark on a captivating journey through Cambridge with Helen’s meticulously designed self-guided tour. Discover the city's academic spirit and architectural elegance, guided by Helen, a Chartered Geographer with extensive expertise.
Starting at the tranquil Christ’s Piece, this 2.5-mile trek passes iconic landmarks like the Fitzwilliam Museum, the medieval Round Church, and the picturesque Backs. As you navigate through cobblestone paths and lush green spaces, Helen’s narrative enriches your stroll with fascinating insights into the storied halls of the University's ancient colleges and vibrant market squares.
This tour isn't just a walk; it’s a deep dive into the heart of Cambridge, revealing secrets and stories at every corner.
