Cambridge Full Day Excursion for Guides

Founded in 1209, the University of Cambridge is one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious universities. Its 31 colleges are spread throughout the city, and you’ll walk among buildings where famous thinkers like Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, and Stephen Hawking studied. Today, Cambridge is known for its Nobel Prize winners, scientific discoveries, and unique college traditions.

King’s College is at the heart of Cambridge, and its chapel is one of the most beautiful buildings in England. Built over nearly 100 years, the chapel is famous for its huge stained glass windows and the world’s largest fan-vaulted ceiling. The King’s College Choir is world-renowned, and the chapel is a symbol of the city.

Behind the colleges, you’ll find “The Backs”—a scenic area where the colleges back onto the River Cam. The best way to see this view is by punting, a traditional flat-bottomed boat. As you glide along the river, you’ll pass under historic bridges and see the gardens of the colleges.

This wooden bridge at Queens’ College is an engineering marvel. Although legends say Isaac Newton designed it without bolts, it was actually built in 1749 using clever geometry. The bridge’s unique design makes it one of the most photographed spots in Cambridge.

Built around 1130, the Round Church is one of only four medieval round churches still in use in England. Its unusual shape was inspired by the churches of the Crusaders. The church has witnessed Cambridge’s transformation from a market town to a world-famous university city.

At the centre of the city is Market Square, where a market has run every day since Saxon times. Today, you’ll find stalls selling fresh food, crafts, souvenirs, and more. The lively atmosphere makes it a great place for lunch or to pick up a unique gift.

Trinity is the largest and wealthiest of the Cambridge colleges, founded by Henry VIII. Great Court is famous for the “Great Court Run,” a race made famous in the film “Chariots of Fire.” Many famous scientists, including Isaac Newton, studied here.

St. John’s College is known for its grand buildings and beautiful courtyards. Its Bridge of Sighs, named after the famous bridge in Venice, is a covered bridge over the River Cam and one of Cambridge’s most iconic sights.