Petersfield Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Fitzwilliam Museum

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.

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

Cambridge Corn Exchange

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

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

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

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

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

Picture 9 for Activity Cambridge: Alumni-Led Walking Tour w/opt Kings College Entry

Cambridge: Alumni-led Walking Tour w/opt King's Chapel

AU$51
per adult
Cambridge: Alumni-led Walking Tour w/opt King's Chapel
Alumni-led Cambridge Ghost Tour

Cambridge: Alumni-led Ghost Tour

AU$47
per adult
Cambridge: Alumni-led Ghost Tour
Hop-On Hop-Off bus in Cambridge

City Sightseeing Cambridge Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$83
per traveller
City Sightseeing Cambridge Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Your own personal guide

Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge

AU$31
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge
Punting along the college backs in Cambridge on a chauffeured punt tour

Shared Chauffeured Punt Tour

AU$61
per traveller
Shared Chauffeured Punt Tour
Punting along the College Backs

Shared Punt Tour - Cambridge

AU$71
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Shared Punt Tour - Cambridge
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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$174 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$174
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Nice rooms and good location"

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

ibis Cambridge Central Station
YHA Cambridge - Hostel

YHA Cambridge - Hostel

4 out of 5
97 Tenison Road, Cambridge, England
The price is AU$102 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
AU$102
17 Oct - 18 Oct
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! (226 reviews)
"Good location. Just 7 minutes from the train station. Always wish the hostel has curtains. This one doesn’t. Staff was amazing. Washrooms and showers could have been kept up more. Kitchen is midsize but has too many benches so its hard to get around. Continental breakfast was very good and there ..."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025

YHA Cambridge - Hostel
Clayton Hotel Cambridge

Clayton Hotel Cambridge

4 out of 5
Station Rd, Cambridge, England
The price is AU$288 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$288
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Comfortable, friendly staff."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Clayton Hotel Cambridge
Hyatt Centric Cambridge

Hyatt Centric Cambridge

4 out of 5
37 Eddington Avenue, Cambridge, England
The price is AU$155 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$155
30 Oct - 31 Oct
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! (530 reviews)
"Good hotel, room was lovely and bed very comfy. A good 30 min walking distance from City centre but we enjoyed the walk. Overall happy"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Hyatt Centric Cambridge
Delta Hotels by Marriott Huntingdon

Delta Hotels by Marriott Huntingdon

4 out of 5
Kingfisher Way, Hinchingbrooke Business Park, Huntingdon, England
The price is AU$140 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$140
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Huntingdon. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (212 reviews)
"Amazing staff and hotel. Used the pool, hot tub and sauna all excellent. Also had breakfast, dinner and used the bar area all amazing too. Would definitely recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Huntingdon
Turing Locke Cambridge

Turing Locke Cambridge

4 out of 5
47 Eddington Ave, Cambridge, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$163 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
AU$163
14 Nov - 15 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Cambridge. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (492 reviews)
"Nice place. A bit confusing as to where you can park a car. Self check in, was efficient but soulless. Well equipped rooms."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Turing Locke Cambridge
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Other neighbourhoods around Petersfield

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Romsey

If you're spending some time in Romsey, Mill Road and The Centre for Computing History are top sights worth seeing.

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 The River Cam and Bridge of Sighs.

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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