Cambridge City Centre Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Cambridge City Centre
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.
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.
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.
Parker's Piece
One of the most popular open spaces in Cambridge is a gorgeous green expanse for sports, picnics and large-scale public events.
Activities
Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge
Cambridge University & Kings College Walking Tour By AlumniTM
Cambridge After Dark: University Ghost Tour By AlumniTM
Cambridge Student-Led Shared Punting Tour (English or Chinese)
Shared Punt Tour - Cambridge
Our pick of the best Cambridge City Centre Hotel Deals
Wilde Cambridge City Centre
"The location is excellent, close to the centre of Cambridge and an easy walk to all the main sights. We enjoyed our stay, the staff were all very helpful but you could tell everything was a bit new, the staffing levels and stock levels let them down on a couple of occasions so service was occasionally ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Graduate by Hilton Cambridge
"Super great location, rooms are really tastefully themed to Cambridge uni - and the staff are lovely. I'd definitely stay again"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge
"A very comfortable hotel, conveniently located"
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hilton Cambridge City Centre
"Excellent from start to finish .staff brilliant all service excellent.definitely returning to this hotel 👍"
Reviewed on 24 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
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
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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 Bridge of Sighs and Cambridge Market Square.
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.
