Petersfield Travel Guide
Cambridge
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Popular places to visit
University of Cambridge
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Cambridge during your travels in Cambridge. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Cambridge Corn Exchange
Legendary performers, such as Syd Barrett and David Bowie, have performed at this historic venue.
King's College
Explore the campus of one of Cambridge University’s great colleges and visit its medieval chapel, a superb example of late Gothic architecture.
The River Cam
Go punting, kayaking, sailing and swimming in this clean river that winds its way through one of the world’s most iconic universities.
St. John's College
Explore the campus of St. John's College during your travels in Cambridge. Wander the picturesque gardens and riverfront in the area.
Trinity College
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Trinity College during your travels in Cambridge. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Cambridge University & Kings College Walking Tour By Alumni
Cambridge: Alumni-Led University Ghost Tour
Dive into History: Cambridge & Medieval England from London
Cambridge: University Alumni Tour with Kings College Option
Tangential Cambridge: Group Walking Tour of Sights and Highlights
Bridges and Brilliance Cambridge UK Self Guided Tour with App
Top hotels in Petersfield
Clayton Hotel Cambridge
Fantastic value for money, great hotel very clean and modern and well kept, staff are freidnly too
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
ibis Cambridge Central Station
good
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
YHA Cambridge - Hostel
Staff were extremely helpful and kind. Room was clean and tidy. Service was very good. 10/10 stay for seeing Cambridge.
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Beautiful Studio in Cambridge City Centre
Wilde Cambridge City Centre
Wasn’t sure what to expect but super exceeded my expectations. Perfect location, really helpful and friendly staff, lovely ambience and so nice to have the studio rooms which are really well equipped
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
University Arms, Autograph Collection
The grout in the bathroom was cracked, crumbled and missing in the shower flooring where you stand. Als, there was hard water buildup on the waterfall shower head.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Petersfield
Romsey
If you're spending some time in Romsey, Mill Road and The Centre for Computing History are top sights worth seeing.
Cambridge City Centre
Unique features of Cambridge City Centre include the gardens and river views. Make a stop by Cambridge Market Square or Cambridge Corn Exchange while you're exploring the area.
Coleridge
When in Coleridge, you can plan a visit to Cambridge Junction and Mill Road, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Chesterton
While Chesterton may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The River Cam and Abbey Stadium.
Barnwell
If you're spending some time in Barnwell, Cambridge University Botanic Garden and Abbey Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Queen Edith's
While Queen Edith's isn't home to many top sights, Cambridge Junction and Mill Road are some notable places to visit nearby.
