Barnwell Travel Guide
Cambridge
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Popular places to visit
University of Cambridge
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Cambridge during your travels in Cambridge. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Imperial War Museum Duxford
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Imperial War Museum Duxford during your travels in Duxford. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Cambridge Corn Exchange
Legendary performers, such as Syd Barrett and David Bowie, have performed at this historic venue.
King's College
Explore the campus of one of Cambridge University’s great colleges and visit its medieval chapel, a superb example of late Gothic architecture.
River Cam
Go punting, kayaking, sailing and swimming in this clean river that winds its way through one of the world’s most iconic universities.
Trinity College
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Trinity College during your travels in Cambridge. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge
Cambridge University & Kings College Walking Tour By AlumniTM
Shared Punt Tour - Cambridge
Cambridge Riverside Walk From Queen’s College to Trinity College
Cambridge Uni: Walk, Punt & King's College Tour By AlumniTM
Top hotels in Barnwell
Premier Inn Cambridge East - Newmarket Road
"It was a hot day and the air conditioning felt like a walk in fridge, it was fantastic!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
ibis Cambridge Central Station
"Friendly and polite staff. Room clean and comfortable and hotel in good location for transport"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Wilde Cambridge City Centre
"They allow dogs but not cats and we travel with our 2 dogs and 2 cats since 2002 without damage to property as well behaved, dogs stay in baskets always. We were surprised as cats even stay in Paris, all over European 5 star hotels. Otherwise lovely place and people."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Clayton Hotel Cambridge
"Comfortable beds and an excellent breakfast. Luggage storage was helpful too so we could maximise our time in Cambridge."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Hyatt Centric Cambridge
"Room was lovely as usual. Quiet, cool in the heat, clean"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Novotel Cambridge North
"The bedding on the children’s sofa bed was too small to cover it and only one pillow provided for two children. Housekeeping were asked via the front desk for more but none arrived. The cleanliness of the room was also overall poor"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Barnwell
Cambridge City Centre
Unique features of Cambridge City Centre include the gardens and river views. Make a stop by Cambridge Market Square or Cambridge Corn Exchange while you're exploring the area.
Petersfield
While visiting Petersfield, you might make a stop by sights like Mill Road and Cambridge Muslim Welfare Society.
Trumpington
Coffee shops and historical sites are notable features of Trumpington. You might consider stopping by River Cam while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Newnham
If you're spending some time in Newnham, Mathematical Bridge and King's College Chapel are top sights worth seeing.
Chesterton
While Chesterton may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bridge of Sighs and Cambridge Market Square.
