Cambridge University With Alumni: Optional Kings College Entrance

Overview

Available languages

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Enter King’s College! Established by King Henry VI, with successive King’s providing more ambitious additions (hence the name). The chapel has the largest vaulted ceiling in the world and even a Rubens, once the most expensive painting ever purchased. It is easy to see why numerous Kings and Queens have visited, and why your visit cannot be complete without entering!

This tour will introduce you to the crucial role of Cambridge in world history and highlight the city’s architectural wonders, with our University guides. On top of this, the tour will enter King’s College!

Sites covered include the oldest church in Cambridge (1033), the oldest College (1284) and the laboratory famous for the discovery of DNA. Along with Cambridge landmarks such as the Mathematical Bridge and Senate house where graduation has been held for the past 300 years.

Additionally, our student guides will share their experiences of the college system and let you into local secrets.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please ensure you are on the correct tour by asking the guide at the start, as multiple tours leave from the same starting point.

No health restrictions

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Local guide

Professional guide

Entrance to Kings College (if options selected)

Gratuities

Kings College entrance if option not selected

What To Expect

King's College Chapel

Without a doubt, the highlight of your tour will be entering the stunning King’s College Chapel. The foundation stone was laid by King Henry VI himself, and successive English kings providing more and more ambitious additions (hence the name!). The chapel is home to the largest fan vaulted ceiling in the world, its is adorned with majestic stained glass windows, and there is even a Rubens painting (once the most expensive painting ever purchased).

30 minutes • Admission Included

Peterhouse

Peterhouse was the first College of the university, funded in 1284. The group will stop outside where you can admire the splendid College Chapel and learn more about famous students such as the poet Thomas Gray.

5 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Options

Exclude Kings College Entrance

Does NOT include Kings College: Delightful 1.5-hour tour of Cambridge University with a professional guide, does not include entrance to Kings College

Including Kings College

Enter Kings College : Delightful 2-hour tour of Cambridge University with a professional guide, including entrance into Kings College

London Collection / Return

Luxury Minibus (16 Seater): This will meet outside Gloucester Road Underground Tube Station at 8am, and return you back for 6pm. Limited availability.

Reviews

4.86

1,938 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

1765

125

University friends reunion in Cambridge
marilynsM2969ZS,
Nov 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A group of us were lucky enough to have Mark as our tour leader. It was a small group of 9 which meant we had no problem hearing him. He gave such an enthusiastic & well informed tour. He engaged with us all by learning our names & involving us all in his stories! It was good fun & we learnt so much about Cambridge & the Universities. Would recommend the tour, ask for Mark!
An enlightening wander around Cambridge
Steve and Zoe2013,
Nov 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide Sonya was both engaging and wonderfully knowledgeable about the history of Cambridge and how everything works here and related that to the group clearly and with fun and interesting observations. She took her time wandering round and was happy to answer any questions. We learned so much we’ve already forgotten more than we ever knew!!! The add-on of the Kings Chapel at the end where we were left to explore on our own was really good and additional cost was less than if you paid yourself and some companies seem to charge even more. Definitely great value for money.
Went in with no expectations and ended up loving it!!
rathienas,
Nov 27, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The free walking tour in Cambridge was wonderful. Our guide, Mark, was the best guide we could have asked for. He did not only tell us a lot about the city, but he made it fun, informative and entertaining. He showed us places not every guide would have shown us and also talked about how women were disadvantaged in the field of studies and many more. With his jokes and interest in the people participating in the tour, he made it a memorable experience. We even got a little chocolate at the end. So if you have the chance to choose your guide, choose Mark!!
Engaging, Knowledgeable, and Fun - Mark Made the Tour Unforgettable
326anantr,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I took the tour with Mark as our guide, and it was fantastic from start to finish. Mark’s great sense of humor kept the whole group entertained, and his deep knowledge about Cambridge made the experience truly memorable. He shared fascinating stories and little-known facts that only an alum could know. Highly recommend this tour if you want both fun and insightful commentary on Cambridge’s history and colleges!
Mark made it very memorable.
nouraS2549NV,
Nov 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Mark was brilliant. Great sense of humor. Very knowledgable. The most entertaining walking tour I've had in any city! Would definitely recommend.
Free Footprints - great experience!
A2548XCpaulaw,
Nov 23, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our guide Mark was fantastic! Despite the heavy rain, he delivered an amazing 2-hour tour. He was very funny, shared lots of jokes, and told interesting stories that made the history feel much more relatable. I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone wanting to learn more about the historic city of Cambridge. P.S. We joined the free Footprints tour, where you tip the guide at the end based on what you feel is right. Would recommend this option to anyone who’s unsure what to expect from a guided tour.
Great experience
T850YZchrisf,
Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had a lovely informative tour with good consideration given to our mobility issues. It was fascinating to hear the history of the colleges. Kings College Chapel was magnificent. Would highly recommend.
Great tour
marcusw630,
Nov 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Anna, our guide, was so engaging, enthusiastic and erudite. It was a really interesting tour with great insights and sights!
A good walking tour around the colleges.
Z357ZVclaireh,
Nov 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A great walk around some of the colleges. Anna was lovely and a good blend of historical knowledge, interesting facts and humour. We enjoyed it very much
Fantastic tour with Mark
Camilla b,
Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The tour was fantastic! Mark was an excellent guide who was able to not only share his knowledge in a very fun and engaging way but also inspire with his passion for history. I left feeling like I want to go back soon or at least read and learn more about the history of Cambridge! Grazie Mark!