Cambridge City Centre Travel Guide
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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.
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.
Cambridge Corn Exchange
Legendary performers, such as Syd Barrett and David Bowie, have performed at this historic venue.
Jesus College
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Jesus College during your travels in Cambridge. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
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.
Cambridge Market Square
With vendors selling locally produced food and charming arts and crafts, this square is a pleasant place to experience the sights, sounds and smells of Cambridge.
Things to do
Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge
Cambridge University & Kings College Walking Tour By AlumniTM
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 Cambridge City Centre
Wilde Cambridge City Centre
Great location large rooms and very clean. Staff super helpful and would certainly stay here again.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
University Arms, Autograph Collection
Always a pleasure to stay at the University Arms. Toby the concierge looks after us like family.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Graduate by Hilton Cambridge
Charming hotel, great location
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
The Hobson Cambridge By Adina
Lovely new hotel in renovated, historical surroundings! My room was gorgeous, the shower was large and had really nice product, the staff were helpful (although there was some confusion about how often the room got cleaned and it if was possible to request a greater frequency). Note: they need to ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Premier Inn Cambridge City Centre - Corn Exchange/Lion Yard
Excellent hotel, lovely room, great central location. A treasure.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Hilton Cambridge City Centre
Having valet parking available is invaluable in Cambridge. The hotel is convenient to the city and yet peaceful. This is our favorite place to stay in Cambridge.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cambridge City Centre
Petersfield
While visiting Petersfield, you might make a stop by sights like Mill Road and Cambridge Muslim Welfare Society.
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.
Newnham
If you're spending some time in Newnham, Mathematical Bridge and King's College Chapel are top sights worth seeing.
Castle
While visiting Castle, you might make a stop by sights like Bridge of Sighs and River Cam.
Arbury
While Arbury isn't home to many top sights, Bridge of Sighs and Castle Hill are some notable places to visit nearby.
Romsey
If you're spending some time in Romsey, Mill Road and The Centre for Computing History are top sights worth seeing.
