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1 hour 15 minutes
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What do you get if you take 2000 years of history, add lashings of ancient buildings, and mix in some of the world’s most colourful characters? A city that’s ‘alive’ with ghosts – that’s what! Meet the victims of horrific punishments, see the hangman’s house, visit one of the most haunted roads in England, and hear the chilling tales of phantom Fellows and spooky Scholars that haunt the city.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
A fun walking tour of central Cambridge, learning why this ancient city is alive with Ghosts!
Admission to colleges is not included
Cambridge
The tour specific itinerary will vary depending on group and questions but typical itinerary:
Magdalene College
We start at Magdalene Bridge, a crossroads since before England existed and site of a 'ducking stool' for witches
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
281 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Steve H,
Aug 26, 2025
- Viator
Peter was an excellent guide, full of interesting stories and a very good knowledge of history and the local area. Highly recommend! 5*
MartaVaresi,
Aug 19, 2025
- Viator
My 10 yo son and I really enjoyed this tour. We walked around and saw many things that you wouldn’t see otherwise. Out tour guide Peter told us a lot of ghost stories and trivia about the town, he showed us details that you wouldn’t notice just walking around. I would really recommend this tour to families with young children. Peter was friendly and engaging and asked Jack a lot of questions about history and literature, and my son was really proud to be able to answer many of them!
Heather P,
Aug 18, 2025
- Viator
It's good way to find out about the different universities and their famous scholars. Interesting stories of ghostly ventures
Jo H,
Aug 6, 2025
- Viator
Me and my daughter went on the creepy Cambridge tour yesterday evening, however, unfortunately the original tour guide was off sick last minute. This is where Alex very kindly stepped in to take the tour, while still wearing his uniform from his punting job. Alex really made the tour come to life, showing us the all creepy parts of Cambridge that we never knew existed. He was able to go into depth about all the history behind the ghostly sighting and was more than happy to answer any of our questions. It was a really enjoyable evening, especially as Alex had to step in last minute. Well done!!
Caroline H,
Jun 23, 2025
- Viator
Very insightful facts told throughout the tour. Alex our guide was very knowledgeable and make the tour fun as well.
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