Curious Cambridge - Cambridge's Most Entertaining History Tour

Cambridge, GB
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Highlights

  • Learn Cambridge's fascinating history through entertaining storytelling
  • Discover the ancient heart of Cambridge at Magdalene College
  • Explore the origins of the University at St. John's College
  • Visit Trinity College, home to Newton and famous pranks
  • Experience Market Square, the oldest market and site of historic clashes

Meeting Point

Look out for our guides wearing a branded outer/polo/cap (or all 3!) on the Green near the Jesus Lock Footbridge (there are loos here too, always good before a 90 minute walk!) Tours leave within 5 minutes of schedule. IF LATE CALL +44 1223 901 007 AND LEAVE A MESSAGE ON VOICEMAIL.

Meeting point

Cambridge CB4 3AX , United Kingdom

End point

End Point

We end at the famous 'Chronophage', right opposite iconic King's College

Meeting point

58 Trumpington St, Cambridge CB2 1RH , United Kingdom

End point

What to expect

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Cambridge

Tour's specific itineraries can vary, depending on audience interest and questions, but is planned to cover.

Duration 1 minutes
2

Magdalene College

Magdalene Street and Bridge - an ancient roadway and the heart of what was once the port of Cambridge

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
3

St. John's College

The Round Church and the seeds of the University

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
4

Trinity College

Trinity - the richest college in either Oxford or Cambridge - home to Newton, and one of Cambridge's longest pranks

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
5

Trinity Hall

Trinity Lane has come a long way since being known as 'pisspot lane' - don't worry, no umbrellas required

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
6

Gonville and Caius College

Caius - Home of the famous 'Nightclimbers', and a strange instruction from its founder

Duration 10 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
7

Cambridge Market Square

Market Square - Home of the most famous bell chimes in the world (really), one of England's oldest markets, and some epic Town v Gown Cambridge punch ups!

Duration 10 minutes
8

St Bene't's Church (Church of England)

Benet Street - See the oldest building in Cambridge, and the laboratory where someone really did discover 'the secret of life', along with the pub they announced it in over a pint, and finally the Corpus Clock

Duration 10 minutes
9

Castle Hill

Castle Hill - The place Cambridge started - Romans, Vikings and Normans all conquered the last bridge before the sea....

Duration 10 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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    Service animals allowed
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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    Specialized infant seats are available
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    Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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    All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What our experts say

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    Grab a coffee at nearby Espresso Library.
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    Check out the lovely Jesus Green park.
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    Visit the market for local snacks.
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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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    Arrive early to find good parking.

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