Cambridge City Centre Travel Guide

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Cambridge Corn Exchange showing heritage elements and street scenes
Cambridge City Centre
Bridge of Sighs showing heritage architecture, a bridge and heritage elements
Cambridge City Centre
King\'s College Chapel showing a church or cathedral, heritage elements and heritage architecture

Popular places to visit

Fitzwilliam Museum

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.

University of Cambridge
Cambridge Corn Exchange showing heritage elements and street scenes

Cambridge Corn Exchange

Legendary performers, such as Syd Barrett and David Bowie, have performed at this historic venue.

Cambridge Corn Exchange
Parker\'s Piece which includes a park and hiking or walking

Parker's Piece

One of the most popular open spaces in Cambridge is a gorgeous green expanse for sports, picnics and large-scale public events.

Parker's Piece
Fitzwilliam Museum featuring heritage architecture and heritage elements

Fitzwilliam Museum

Spend hours discovering more than 4,000 years of art and antiquities in the grand setting of a monumental 19th-century building.

Fitzwilliam Museum
St. John's College

St. John's College

Explore the campus of St. John's College during your travels in Cambridge. Wander the picturesque gardens and riverfront in the area.

St. John's College
Cambridge Market Square featuring markets

Cambridge Market Square

With vendors selling locally produced food and charming arts and crafts, this square is a pleasant place to experience the sights, sounds and smells of Cambridge.

Cambridge Market Square

Things to do

Your own personal guide

Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge

฿875
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge
Cambridge Famous Invention Podcast Tour

Secrets of King’s College Cambridge, Hawking, Darwin, Newton

฿437
per adult
Secrets of King’s College Cambridge, Hawking, Darwin, Newton
London Private Tour with Exclusive Car and Options

London Private Tour with Exclusive Car and Options

฿13,132
per traveller
London Private Tour with Exclusive Car and Options
Guide Ian Cooper enthrals on the University Walk...

University Walking Tour

฿569
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
University Walking Tour
The Original Uncomfortable Cambridge TourTM

The Original Uncomfortable CambridgeTM Tour

฿875
per adult
The Original Uncomfortable CambridgeTM Tour
Creepy Cambridge - Cambridge's Most Entertaining Ghost Walk

Creepy Cambridge - Cambridge's Most Entertaining Ghost Walk

฿853
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Creepy Cambridge - Cambridge's Most Entertaining Ghost Walk
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Top hotels in Cambridge City Centre

Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Granta Place, Cambridge, England
The price is ฿5,178 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿5,178
฿6,213 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cambridge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (696 reviews)
"I would have to start with saying the staff is the gem of the property. They were very accommodating and absolutely lovely to work with. Other than that, the rest of it was just outstanding."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Graduate by Hilton Cambridge
Hilton Cambridge City Centre

Hilton Cambridge City Centre

4 out of 5
20 Downing Street, Cambridge, England
The price is ฿5,484 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿5,484
฿6,581 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cambridge. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Convenient and comfortavle city centr hotel
"A very long wait to check on but otherwise service was good. Very comfortable bed and good bathroom wirh nice toileteries. We didnt eat in the hotel so cant xomment on the restaurant. Very god for an overnight stay where a comforatable bed was rhe main priority."

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2025

Hilton Cambridge City Centre
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge

4 out of 5
15-19 Trumpington Street, Cambridge, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿4,866 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿4,866
฿5,839 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cambridge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (833 reviews)
"We had a lovely staff in a really nice hotel - location is great and the room was excellent."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge
University Arms, Autograph Collection

University Arms, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
Regent Street, Cambridge, England
The price is ฿5,731 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿5,731
฿6,877 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Cambridge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (533 reviews)
"Very friendly staff. Beautiful hotel."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

University Arms, Autograph Collection
The Varsity Hotel & Spa

The Varsity Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
24 Thompsons Lane, Cambridge, England
The price is ฿6,145 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
฿6,145
฿7,374 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star luxury hotel in Cambridge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (856 reviews)
"Thanks to the team for having us. Great stay with great staff who gave us a complimentary upgrade for our anniversary. Would highly recommend!"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2025

The Varsity Hotel & Spa
West Court - Cambridge - Campus Accommodation

West Court - Cambridge - Campus Accommodation

2 out of 5
West Court, Jesus College, Jesus Lane, Cambridge, England
The price is ฿4,934 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
฿4,934
฿5,921 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hostel in Cambridge. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (188 reviews)
"We loved our stay! My spouse and I were initially unsure about the shared bathroom, but it turned out to be a non-issue. The grounds were delightful, and while the room was small, the design made it feel just right—cozy and well thought-out. Breakfast was a highlight: the morning walk to it added ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

West Court - Cambridge - Campus Accommodation
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Other neighbourhoods around Cambridge City Centre

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Petersfield

While visiting Petersfield, you might make a stop by sights like Mill Road and Cambridge Muslim Welfare Society.

Petersfield
King\'s College showing heritage architecture

Newnham

If you're spending some time in Newnham, King's College Chapel and Mathematical Bridge are top sights worth seeing.

Newnham
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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 Christ's College and The River Cam.

Chesterton
Bridge of Sighs which includes heritage architecture, kayaking or canoeing and heritage elements

Castle

While visiting Castle, you might make a stop by sights like The River Cam and Bridge of Sighs.

Castle
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Romsey

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Romsey and surrounding area, you can visit Mill Road and Cambridge Junction.

Romsey
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Arbury

4/5(23 area reviews)

While Arbury isn't home to many top sights, The River Cam and Bridge of Sighs are some notable places to visit nearby.

Arbury

Cambridge City Centre Travel Guide