Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge
Overview
Available languages
45 minutes
Mobile ticket
****This Tour is SHARED with other customers - NOT A PRIVATE TOUR****
Boats leave at the scheduled times. LATE ARRIVALS WILL BE REQUIRED TO PURCHASE NEW TICKETS. WE DO NOT HOLD BOATS TO WAIT FOR LATE CUSTOMERS.
You will receive a personal and detailed historical tour from our knowledgeable guides. You will be told about all the bridges and buildings you pass. Hearing about the famous colleges, their history, some funny anecdotes and all about our famous University Alumni. Our guides will be happy to answer your questions on the town, colleges and whatever else you are curious about. The tour covers the 1-mile stretch of the River Cam, known as The Backs. It will last approximately 45 mins.
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
Strollers can be left at the desk, but not taken on board. Same applies for wheelchairs. We can assist with boarding less abled passengers.
OUR ADDRESS: JESUS GREEN BOAT STATION, THOMPSONS LANE, CAMBRIDGE, CB5 8AG
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Historical tour
Tips
What To Expect
Magdalene College
Pass by Magdalene College and see where the oldest bridge in Cambridge is.
St. John's College
See the riverside college buildings and gardens.
Options
Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge
Reviews
762 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Really fun experience
Steve A,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00A fun 45 minute boat ride passing some of the famous colleges and universities that Cambridge is famous for. Really worth doing if you’re in town and get the chance
Punting in cambridge
Wendy W,
Oct 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00For this time of year (October) wear warm clothes and a woolly hat. The host was great and really knowledgeable. It was fun sharing the punt with others. Shame we were not given blankets by this firm as others were.
Wonderful, Quick Tour of the River Cam
Kiki W,
Oct 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00An excellent way to tour the River Cam and see some of the beautiful campuses at Cambridge University. Our guide was very knowledgeable and was great at keeping up pleasant conversation.
Punting on the River Cam
Kay G,
Sep 21, 2025
- Viator
5.00Guide was very interesting and told us lots of information about all the buildings along the river. The boats are comfortable enough for the 40 minutes you are sat in them.
Excellent
Kathleen B,
Sep 16, 2025
- Viator
5.00Our guide, Josh, was extremely knowledgeable of all the history of the bridges and buildings. Thoroughly enjoyable experience
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