The Most Entertaining Tour of Cambridge by An Ex-Student
About This Experience
We'll walk through the historic City Centre and the Backs, as close as possible to the action.
YOU'LL HEAR
- how Cambridge University began as a bunch of religious schools more than 800 years ago, because of a bloody riot in Oxford
- how it has taught and hosted countless famous people who changed the world
- how a religious scholar scribbling at the top of a tiny tower shook the whole of Europe
- The despicable reason why our two greatest colleges are bitter rivals
YOU'LL SEE:
- the FRONT QUAD of a historic college (if open that day)
- the RAF bar and the most famous bridge in China (really!)
- a small 19th century lab that was once the world's greatest science centre
- stunning LANDMARKS
- the river Cam and its charming BRIDGES
Tour Itinerary
You'll find out about the crazy graduation ceremony that takes place inside the building. * Pass by without stopping means we can't go inside, but we will stop and look at it / talk about it
You'll hear about the foundation of the college, why colleges were founded, and what the founters expected in return! You'll be surprised about what kind of students attended the college after it was founded! * Pass by without stopping means we can't go inside, but we will stop and look at it / talk about it
5 min
This must be the most disgusting clock you;ve ever seen, which makes it strangely attractive. There's much, much more than meets the eye...
10 min
This is Cambridge's second oldest pub, and it's full of amazing stories! DNA, a poignant war memorial and place of pilgrimage in a bar, a very tragic ghost story...
5 min
Once the greatest centre of science in the world, this 19th century lab was where all the world's greats used to hang out. If the gate / door is open, we'll try to go inside.
See the college founded by not just one, but two rival queens of England! Outside visit only, unless the old gate is open so we can peek inside the First Court. (Pass by without stopping means we can't go inside, but we will stop and look at it / talk about it)
10 min
We'll see Queens' College from the river, and also talk about the most dangerous and famous man ever to come to Queens' College - Erasmus.
10 min
We'll see the classic view of Kings College from the Backs, and you'll discover why this college is particularly famous in China! * Please note: admission to the Backs is free, but not to Kings College.
10 min
We'll see the gorgeous views from the bridge, and I'll tell you the romantic and tragic secrets of Clare College, Cambridge's second oldest College, and its breautiful Bridge,
See the Great Court, part of the most wealthy and prestigious college of Cambridge University. An institution so powerful that its Master is appointed by the Prime Minister himself. There's an interesting statue over the front gate, and a most interesting but dangerous tree just beside it * Pass by without stopping means we can't go inside, but we will stop and look at it / talk about it, and we'll be able to see the Great Court if the front gate is open
I'll tell you the story of the foundation of this most prestigious college, the second largest in Cambridge, and the despicable story behind the rivalry between St. John's and Trinity next door. * Pass by without stopping means we can't go inside, but we will stop and look at it / talk about it
What's Included
Included
- All your questions answered.
- The price covers the entire walking tour with live guide
- Recommendations for dining, other activities
Not Included
- Entrance fees
- Gratuities
Meeting Point & Logistics
Start Point
We'll meet by the black railings outside the beautiful old white building (Senate House), opposite the corner bookshop at no. 1 Trinity Street, across the street from the big yellow stone church with the tall clock tower (Great St. Mary’s)
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Important Information
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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