University Walking Tour | 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours

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$31.68
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University Walk for those with valid student ID or aged 13-18.
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University Walk for adults and children

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Entrance fee to Round Church Visitor Centre

Overview

We’ve been leading our acclaimed Round Church guided walks for over 25 years, and work with a dedicated team of local guides to bring you a small-group walking experience which is personal, engaging and unforgettable. We aim to give you a feel for some of Cambridge's most iconic and influential spots, both on and off the beaten track. Our approach is a little different from a standard tourist tour: we believe that ideas matter, and focus on how a small number of big ideas have shaped the university over eight eventful centuries. Weaving together stories about the Cambridge characters who transformed the world (such as Isaac Newton, William Wilberforce and John Milton), our guides will lead you through subjects such as the emergence of the university from Christian monasteries, the Protestant Reformation, the development of modern science, movements for the rule of law and religious freedom, and the campaign to abolish the British slave trade.

Itinerary

  • Round Church Guided Walks (Pass By)

    Please note that the below itinerary provides an example of places often visited on the tour, but the route may vary to provide you with the best tour possible on any given day.

  • The Round Church Visitor Centre

    We start at the Round Church, Cambridge's quirkiest (and, we think, most beautiful) church building, which predates the earliest college by 150 years. The church houses an exhibition and 20-minute film, and access to these are included in guided walk tickets.

    10 minutes

  • Magdalene Bridge

    We typically start by venturing down to the River Cam, where a clear sense of the town's origins can be gained at Magdalene Bridge.

    10 minutes

  • Magdalene College

    We are on friendly terms with a number of Cambridge colleges and, while we cannot guarantee college entrance on any given day, most walks enter approximately two colleges. As well as admiring the beautiful courts and chapels, we hope to offer you some perspective on Cambridge's distinctive, college-based university structure.

    10 minutes

  • St. John's College

    We are on friendly terms with a number of Cambridge colleges and, while we cannot guarantee college entrance on any given day, most walks enter approximately two colleges. Outside of university term time, this often includes St John's and, if the tour enters St John's, the admission fee is included in the tour price.

    10 minutes

  • Trinity College

    We stop outside Trinity College to admire the gatehouse and Isaac Newton's apple tree.

    5 minutes

  • Great St Mary's Church (Church of England)

    We spend some time surrounded by the central University buildings: the University church, the Senate House, and Cambridge University Press bookshop, as well as the beautiful Gonville and Caius College.

    5 minutes

  • Senate House

    Opposite Great St Mary's Church is the University Senate House, where students graduate.

    5 minutes

  • King's College

    We view the exterior of King's College, including the magnificent chapel, from King's Parade.

    5 minutes

  • St Edward's Church (Church of England)

    We aim to give you a feel for some of Cambridge's most iconic and influential spots, both on and off the beaten track. Tours sometimes visit the Church of St Edward King and Martyr, where it is claimed the first Protestant sermon was preached in England.

    5 minutes

  • Corpus Clock

    We visit one of the newer additions to Cambridge's historic King's Parade and explore its significance.

    5 minutes

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

    We stop to admire the tower of St Bene't's, which is the oldest building in Cambridge, dating from c.1020.

    5 minutes

  • N/A

    Opposite St Bene't's we see The Eagle pub.

    5 minutes

  • N/A

    We venture to the Old Cavendish Laboratory, site of significant scientific work and discoveries.

    5 minutes

  • Christ's College

    We are on friendly terms with a number of Cambridge colleges and, while we cannot guarantee college entrance on any given day, most walks enter approximately two colleges. As well as admiring the beautiful courts and chapels, we hope to offer you some perspective on Cambridge's distinctive, college-based university structure.

    10 minutes

  • N/A

    We are on friendly terms with a number of Cambridge colleges and, while we cannot guarantee college entrance on any given day, most walks enter approximately two colleges. As well as admiring the beautiful courts and chapels, we hope to offer you some perspective on Cambridge's distinctive, college-based university structure.

    10 minutes

  • Sidney Sussex College

    We are on friendly terms with a number of Cambridge colleges and, while we cannot guarantee college entrance on any given day, most walks enter approximately two colleges. As well as admiring the beautiful courts and chapels, we hope to offer you some perspective on Cambridge's distinctive, college-based university structure.

    10 minutes

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough walkers (2) to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
  • The tour involves walking at a moderate to fast pace – please contact the provider to arrange a private tour if you require a slower walking pace.
  • Due to college restrictions, visitors with dogs will need to remain outside any colleges visited.
  • Children under 16 must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
  • Not recommended for those with limited mobility.

Free Cancellation

June 10100% refund
June 11No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Reviews

4.9

253 reviews

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Showing 1-5 of 239 reviews with 5 stars

Insightful, educational, enjoyable.

Published on Mar, 2025

Dave is an excellent tour guide. Really knows his stuff, and puts it across in a friendly, affable way. We learned all sorts of things we wouldn't have been aware of, and saw all the sights. Two hours very well spent.

Fantastic walking tour with a top guide

Published on Mar, 2025

A great tour of Cambridge brought alive by an amazing guide. David is incredible. We do a lot of these walking tours and David has to be our top guide. Spellbinding delivery and very approachable fit questions.

Fantastic walking tour with a top guide

Published on Mar, 2025

A great tour of Cambridge brought alive by an amazing guide. David is incredible. We do a lot of these walking tours and David has to be our top guide. Spellbinding delivery and very approachable fit questions.

Insightful, educational, enjoyable.

Published on Mar, 2025

Dave is an excellent tour guide. Really knows his stuff, and puts it across in a friendly, affable way. We learned all sorts of things we wouldn't have been aware of, and saw all the sights. Two hours very well spent.

Great walking tour

Published on Mar, 2025

This was a great tour. Ian was extremely knowledgeable and made the tour very interesting. Thank you!

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