Cambridge University Walking Tour
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
We’ve been leading our acclaimed Christian Heritage 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.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.
While we try our best to visit colleges as part of the tour, it is not always possible to go inside college grounds and we cannot guarantee this. Tours will not be able to enter colleges during University exam term (late April to end of June).
Not recommended for those with limited mobility.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Round Church Guided Walks
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.
What‘s Included
Entrance fee to Round Church Visitor Centre
Options
Standard Ticket
University Walk for adults, teenagers and children
Student Ticket
University Walk for those with valid student ID.
Reviews
302 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great whistlestop tour
asmak525,,Dec 22, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We really enjoyed the tour. Dave was very knowledgable and led an interesting tour filled with facts across history. Thanks.
Amazing and insightful visit to Cambridge
palakshia,,Dec 18, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My friend and I had a great time exploring the city of Cambridge. Jon, our amazing and knowledgeable guide shared so many interesting facts and information about this historic place. He is so well-versed with the city and his story telling is exceptional. Thanks to him we got to learn so much about Cambridge and kiddos to his dedication to show up when it was just the 2 of us for the tour due to the bad weather!!
Great walking tour
Trail38100458599,,Dec 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Uncle Cooper is amazing guide and we enjoyed the tour very much. Learn a lot of Cambridge history, Christian history, famous colleges and people.
Excellent tour of Cambridge
Barbara C,,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What a great tour we had with Dave our guide. He was really friendly and knowledgeable. He made the experience a great afternoon, even in the pouring rain.
Perfect tour wherw you can learn a lot
Getaway266112,,Nov 1, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was very interesting, both me and my daughter enjoyed it and we learned a lot. Martin was really knowledged ans it was a pleasure.
John was great!
N4207NGsabrinag,,Oct 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00John was great! Bring your walking shoes, watch out for bikers, and get ready for a deep dive in Cambridge history. Would've been nice to see the insides of some colleges but I get how groups of tourists in campus halls would be distracting.
Highly recommended
carolynk629,,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The walking tour with guide Julia was exceptional in bringing to life a snapshot history of the colleges and history of Cambridge. Informative and knowledgeable whilst being entirely engaging. Highly recommend for the one day tourist, if it is the only activity you do on a visit to this glorious city.
Brilliant.
Broadhurst5,,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brilliant walking tour with Dave. He was so knowledgable and fun! Didn’t actually walk that far. Would highly recommend.
Round Church Tour
F2898JPsandraw,,Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely fantastic tour. Dave, our tour guide, was phenomenal. Extremely knowledgeable and informative. We would highly recommend this tour.
An insightful Cambridge tour
GEOKLIAN C,,Oct 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The tour is very well conducted. Martin guide from Round Church , spoke very clearly and passionately about the people and the impact and influence the scholars have in their time and the society at large. I understand the belief , the history culture and politics of the country better . The Christian belief have been relevantly lived out by what the Cambridge scholars .
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