Petersfield Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Fitzwilliam Museum

University of Cambridge

4.5/5(16 reviews)

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.

University of Cambridge
Cambridge Corn Exchange showing heritage elements and street scenes

Cambridge Corn Exchange

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Legendary performers, such as Syd Barrett and David Bowie, have performed at this historic venue.

Cambridge Corn Exchange
The River Cam which includes a river or creek and a bridge

The River Cam

4/5(2 reviews)

Go punting, kayaking, sailing and swimming in this clean river that winds its way through one of the world’s most iconic universities.

The River Cam
Trinity College

Trinity College

4.5/5(6 reviews)

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.

Trinity College
King\'s College featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and heritage elements

King's College

4.5/5(15 reviews)

Explore the campus of one of Cambridge University’s great colleges and visit its medieval chapel, a superb example of late Gothic architecture.

King's College
Parker\'s Piece which includes hiking or walking and a garden

Parker's Piece

4.5/5(3 reviews)

One of the most popular open spaces in Cambridge is a gorgeous green expanse for sports, picnics and large-scale public events.

Parker's Piece

Activities

Your own personal guide

Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge

AU$41
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge
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Cambridge: Alumni-led Walking Tour w/opt King's Chapel

AU$51
per adult
Cambridge: Alumni-led Walking Tour w/opt King's Chapel
Hop-On Hop-Off bus in Cambridge

City Sightseeing Cambridge Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$84
per traveller
City Sightseeing Cambridge Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Punting Tour in Cambridge

Punting Tour in Cambridge

AU$166
per traveller
Punting Tour in Cambridge
Punting along the College Backs

Shared Punt Tour - Cambridge

AU$143
per traveller
Shared Punt Tour - Cambridge
Walking Tour of the Sights and Highlights of Cambridge

Tangential Cambridge: Group Walking Tour of Sights and Highlights

AU$53
per adult
Tangential Cambridge: Group Walking Tour of Sights and Highlights
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Our pick of the best Petersfield Hotel Deals

ibis Cambridge Central Station

ibis Cambridge Central Station

3 out of 5
2 Station Square, Cambridge, England
The price is AU$183 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$183
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Cambridge. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Conveniently right by the taxi rank, bus stop, and train station. Lacking in nearby restaurants. Very friendly and competent staff."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

ibis Cambridge Central Station
YHA Cambridge - Hostel

YHA Cambridge - Hostel

4 out of 5
97 Tenison Road, Cambridge, England
The price is AU$92 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$92
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hostel in Cambridge. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Cambridge Muslim Welfare ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (222 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful staff. Clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

YHA Cambridge - Hostel
Cambridge City Rooms by Paymán Club

Cambridge City Rooms by Paymán Club

2.5 out of 5
Mill Road, Cambridge, England
The price is AU$231 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
AU$231
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this guesthouse in Cambridge. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Fenner's and Parker's Piece are located ...
6.6/10 (84 reviews)
"Easy walk from train station and onto the old area along with the river."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Cambridge City Rooms by Paymán Club
Clayton Hotel Cambridge

Clayton Hotel Cambridge

4 out of 5
Station Rd, Cambridge, England
The price is AU$305 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$305
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Cambridge. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"NA"

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Clayton Hotel Cambridge
Hyatt Centric Cambridge

Hyatt Centric Cambridge

4 out of 5
37 Eddington Avenue, Cambridge, England
The price is AU$156 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$156
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cambridge. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (470 reviews)
Highly recommend.
"Huge comfortable bed, standard king room was a great size, best of all zero noise outside the room, not a sound. Great choice of breakfast food, all very fesh, reasonable price. Parking on site and a bus stop accross the road takes you into central Cambridge or station."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Hyatt Centric Cambridge
Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa

Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
Back Lane, Cambourne, Cambridge, England
The price is AU$183 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
AU$183
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cambridge. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Really lovely hotel relaxing and chilling"

Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025

Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Petersfield

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Romsey

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Romsey and surrounding area, you can visit Mill Road and Cambridge Junction.

Romsey
Cambridge Corn Exchange showing heritage elements and street scenes

Cambridge City Centre

4/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Cambridge City Centre
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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 Christ's College and The River Cam.

Chesterton
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Coleridge

When in Coleridge, you can plan a visit to Cambridge Junction and Mill Road, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Coleridge
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Barnwell

If you're spending some time in Barnwell, Cambridge University Botanic Garden and Abbey Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Barnwell
King\'s College featuring heritage architecture

Newnham

If you're spending some time in Newnham, King's College Chapel and Mathematical Bridge are top sights worth seeing.

Newnham

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