Barnwell Travel Guide
Cambridge
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.
Imperial War Museum Duxford
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Imperial War Museum Duxford during your travels in Duxford. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its cosy cafes.
Cambridge Corn Exchange
Legendary performers, such as Syd Barrett and David Bowie, have performed at this historic venue.
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.
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.
Things to do
Cambridge University & Kings College Walking Tour By AlumniTM
Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge
Self Guided Walking Tour of Cambridge with Audio Guide
Cambridge: Alumni-Led University Ghost Tour
Dive into History: Cambridge & Medieval England from London
Tangential Cambridge: Group Walking Tour of Sights and Highlights
Top hotels in Barnwell
Hyatt Centric Cambridge
25 min walk to Churchill College, ideal as long as you have a brolley! Very good modern hotel, reasonable restaurant prices, helpful and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
University Arms, Autograph Collection
We always enjoy our stays at this lovely hotel. The staff, especially the concierge, are always 100%.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Clayton Hotel Cambridge
Never again!
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Wilde Cambridge City Centre
Great location, nice room, very helpful staff.
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel)
Room was very clean, quiet and comfortable. We loved the on sight bar area where you could play games such as darts, shuffleboard, ps5, very chilled vibe.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
ibis Cambridge Central Station
Good breakast
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barnwell
Romsey
If you're spending some time in Romsey, Mill Road and The Centre for Computing History are top sights worth seeing.
Petersfield
While visiting Petersfield, you might make a stop by sights like Mill Road and Fenner's.
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 Abbey Stadium and Bridge of Sighs.
Coleridge
When in Coleridge, you can plan a visit to Cambridge Junction and Mill Road, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Cherry Hinton
You'll appreciate the bars during your time in Cherry Hinton and you might want to plan a stop by Mill Road and Gog Magog Golf Club while you're in the area.
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.
