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$84
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$72
per traveller
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$172 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$172
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (1,022 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 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 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$102
5 Oct - 6 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! (225 reviews)
Really nice convenient and safe
"Really nice"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

YHA Cambridge - Hostel
Wilde Cambridge City Centre

Wilde Cambridge City Centre

2 out of 5
Round Church Street, Cambridge, England
The price is AU$266 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$266
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cambridge. Enjoy a 24-hour front desk, daily housekeeping, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions ADC Theatre and The River Cam are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (80 reviews)
"I’m a bit late in posting the review but better late than never. Excellent property in the heart of the city, just minutes away from the scenic river Cam. Stayed here for my birthday with my family.. loved the place and how the staff went above and beyond to ensure we had a great time. Shout out ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Wilde Cambridge City Centre
Gonville Hotel

Gonville Hotel

4 out of 5
Gonville Place, Cambridge, England
The price is AU$277 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$277
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cambridge. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
Highly Recommend The Gonville Hotel
"We enjoyed a wonderful stay at The Gonville. The hotel was excellent in every respect- beautiful decor, great restaurants and convenient parking. However, the outstanding aspect of the hotel was the wonderful staff. Every person we dealt with from the receptionists, to the barmen, to the housekeeper ..."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Gonville Hotel
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$139 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$139
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (208 reviews)
"Friendliness and helpfulness of guests"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Huntingdon
Clayton Hotel Cambridge

Clayton Hotel Cambridge

4 out of 5
Station Rd, Cambridge, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$262 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
AU$262
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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)
"Quiet, comfortable and clean rooms. Very decent breakfast buffet."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Clayton Hotel 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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