Cambridge University Walking Tour by Alumni™ Kings College Option
Overview
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Experience Cambridge through the eyes of those who truly lived it. This is the only tour in Cambridge exclusively led by genuine University of Cambridge graduates, operated by Alumni Tours™.
Unlike generic city walks, our guides share personal stories of student life, secret traditions, and the academic rivalries that shaped centuries of discovery.
You’re not just visiting colleges—you’re walking in the footsteps of Newton, Darwin, and Hawking with someone who once studied where they did. Enjoy exclusive entry to King’s College Chapel, the crown jewel of English Gothic architecture, or upgrade to a private bespoke tour with access to additional colleges.
Available in English, Mandarin 中文, and Spanish Español, every detail—from small-group sizes to our royal-blue Alumni uniforms—reflects our commitment to authenticity, storytelling, and excellence.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair users are welcome on the tour. Please note that some parts of the route may be difficult to access due to uneven terrain, curbs, and other obstacles. We advise caution because of uneven surfaces and potential trip hazards. Please also be mindful of vehicles and bicycles, especially in busy areas
Not recommended for travellers who cannot complete a 90-minute walk
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
King's College
Meet your Alumni Guide outside King's College, on King's Parade. Your guide will be wearing an item of royal blue clothing—such as a jacket, scarf, cap, beanie, or polo shirt—with the heraldic symbol of Alumni Tours on it.
Corpus Clock
Learn about the fascinating story behind the design of this famous clock, noticing the details than an uninformed observer could easily miss!
What‘s Included
Walk in the footsteps of world-changing thinkers like Newton, Darwin, and Hawking.
Optional entry to King’s College Chapel — the city’s most breathtaking architectural masterpiece.
Tours conducted in English, Mandarin, and Spanish.
Instant confirmation and easy mobile tickets for seamless travel planning.
Small-group experience for an intimate and engaging atmosphere.
Explore Cambridge University’s iconic colleges — including King’s, Trinity, and St John’s.
90-–150 minute walking tour led by a Cambridge Alumni Tours™ guide (part of Alumni Group UK).
Discover hidden courtyards, rivalries, and centuries-old traditions few outsiders ever hear.
The Original Cambridge Alumni Tour™ — gain insider stories & personal insights from real graduates.
(Optional)
Entry to King’s College Chapel (unless upgrade option selected)
Guaranteed access inside university colleges or buildings beyond publicly open courtyards.
Food and drinks
Personal expenses or souvenirs.
Options
Spanish Tour
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
English Tour w/King's College
King's College Chapel Entry: Entry to King's College Chapel is included in your ticket.
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Mandarin Tour
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
English Tour
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Spanish Tour w/King's College
King's College Chapel Entry: Entry to King's College Chapel is included in your ticket.
Shared Group Tour: Shared Group Tour in Spanish
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Mandarin Tour w/ King's
Enter King's College
Shared Group Tour in Mandarin
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Reviews
2,309 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent Walking Tour of Cambridge
liewjon,,Dec 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent tour. Rupert was very knowledgeable and provided an extremely entertaining insight to the rich history of Cambridge and its colleges. I'd strongly encourage visitors to Cambridge to try the tours.
Great experience thanks Tommy!
Kimmie105,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were lucky enough to have Tommy as our tour guide. We booked a group tour but it was just myself and my husband so we had Tommy to ourselves who was able to share lots of historical facts and stories about the university, as well as his own insight’s as a student. We had high expectations for the tour and we were not disappointed. Tommy was able to answer all our questions and provide additional historical knowledge including maths specifics. The tour was a good pace and covered all the key colleges and we really enjoyed it. Highly recommend!
Lovely way to start a day in Cambridge
dancetillyoudrop,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thoroughly enjoyed our walking tour with Niamh - who was full of facts and also answered my many questions about the system of colleges. Beautiful buildings aplenty. If you don’t have the time to do both the walking & punting tours then I think this has the edge as you simply can’t see it all from the river and you get a better sense of the town too.
Megan was an amazing guide!
liamhG1086KO,,Dec 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00I loved the guided tour given by Megan who was friendly, knowledgeable and happy to answer my many questions. Highly recommend her and the tour.
Tour guide Rupert was amazing
Darragh R,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Great walking tour and would highly recommend this for anything go to Cambridge . Rupert the perfect tour guide
Rupert was 10/10
695oliviap,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Rupert was amazing! Fun, funny, engaging & knowledge. The tour was great & plenty of great photo ops. Went to a great pub to visit as well!
Wonderful tour with Meghan
W5930XPallanm,,Dec 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic time with Meghan as our guide. She was friendly, extremely knowledgeable and shared many insights from her recent experience as a student at Cambridge. The tour was perfect.
Highly recommend
393sueo,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Thoroughly enjoyable tour with Mark. Extremely knowledgeable and friendly. Would definitely recommend this experience to all visitors. It really is well worth taking in this tour as you do learn lots about the history of the university and the City of Cambridge.
Excellent tour!!
Theresa C,,Dec 9, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was amazing! Our tour guide, Megan, was so incredibly knowledgeable. Highly recommend asking her to specifically be your tour guide. We got a private tour and really got a lot out of it. I loved hearing about the many colleges and the history behind the university. Such a delightful way to spend an afternoon in Cambridge!
Excellen tour
deborahpantoni,,Dec 7, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent young female graduate student guide. Explored most of the campus and ended the tour with a visit inside beautiful King's college.
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