Petersfield Travel Guide
Tourist 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.
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.
Activities
Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge
Cambridge University & Kings College Walking Tour By AlumniTM
Cambridge: Alumni-Led University Ghost Tour
Curious Cambridge - The History Tour that's FUN!!!
Dive into History: Cambridge & Medieval England from London
Tangential Cambridge: Group Walking Tour of Sights and Highlights
Our pick of the best Petersfield Hotel Deals
Clayton Hotel Cambridge
Good room. Great amenities. Good breakfast.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
ibis Cambridge Central Station
Good breakast
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
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
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
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 Abbey Stadium and Bridge of Sighs.
Barnwell
If you're spending some time in Barnwell, Abbey Stadium and River Cam are top sights worth seeing.
Queen Edith's
While Queen Edith's isn't home to many top sights, Gog Magog Golf Club and Cambridge Junction are some notable places to visit nearby.
