Curious Cambridge History Tour
Discover The History Of Cambridge Through An Entertaining And Informative Tour Led By Expert Guides
Cambs
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Entertaining And Informative Tour
- • Covers Over A Thousand Years Of History
- • Led By Expertly Entertaining Guides
Are you ready to embark on a journey through time in the enchanting city of Cambridge? Look no further than the Curious Cambridge - Cambridge's Most Entertaining History Tour.
This unique experience will take you on a fascinating adventure, unravelling the secrets and stories that have shaped this historic city for over a thousand years. From the rank Romans to the scary Saxons, vile Vikings to the nasty Normans, Cambridge has been at the centre of English history long before the renowned University was even founded. Your expertly entertaining guides will lead you through the city's winding streets, sharing captivating tales and anecdotes that will bring the past to life. But don't expect a lengthy lecture or a dull history class. This tour is all about learning through laughter. History should be engaging and fun, so get ready to have a great time while expanding your knowledge. Whether you're a history enthusiast or simply curious about the fascinating stories behind Cambridge's landmarks, this tour is perfect for everyone. During the tour, you'll explore the highlights of Cambridge's rich history, from the dreadful Dons to the sickening Students who have played a significant role in shaping the city. While you won't have time to enter the colleges, you can still admire their exterior beauty and learn about their historical significance.
Don't miss out on this unforgettable journey through time. Book your spot on the Curious Cambridge Tour today and prepare to be entertained, educated, and enchanted by the captivating history of this remarkable city.
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Hear the whole story of Cambridge. From rank Romans, through scary Saxons, vile Vikings and nasty Normans, the ‘Cam-bridge’ was at the centre of English history for over a thousand years before the University was even founded. And learn about what 800 years of dreadful Dons and sickening Students have got up to since, in the company of one of our expertly entertaining guides. If you want a long talk about different types of arches we are not for you - if you want to learn by laughing we are!
Meeting Point
Jesus Green Lock House
Jesus Green Lock House, Cambridge CB4 3AX, UK
Look out for our guides wearing a branded outer/polo/cap (or all 3!) on the Green near the Jesus Lock Footbridge (there are loos here too, always good before a 90 minute walk!)
Tours leave within 5 minutes of schedule. IF LATE CALL +44 1223 901 007 AND LEAVE A MESSAGE ON VOICEMAIL.
What to expect:
Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
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Tour's specific itineraries can vary, depending on audience interest and questions, but is planned to cover.
1 minute
Magdalene College
Magdalene Street, Cambridge, CB3 0AG
Magdalene Street and Bridge - an ancient roadway and the heart of what was once the port of Cambridge
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
St. John's College
St. John's St., Cambridge, CB2 1TP
The Round Church and the seeds of the University
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Trinity College
31 Trinity Street, , Cambridge, CB2 1TB
Trinity - the richest college in either Oxford or Cambridge - home to Newton, and one of Cambridge's longest pranks
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Trinity Hall
Trinity Lane, Cambridge, CB2 1TJ
Trinity Lane has come a long way since being known as 'pisspot lane' - don't worry, no umbrellas required
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Gonville and Caius College
Trinity Street, Cambridge, CB2 1TA
Caius - Home of the famous 'Nightclimbers', and a strange instruction from its founder
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Market Square
Market Street, , Cambridge, CB2 3QJ
Market Square - Home of the most famous bell chimes in the world (really), one of England's oldest markets, and some epic Town v Gown Cambridge punch ups!
10 minutes
St Bene't's Church (Church of England)
Benet Street, Cambridge, CB2 3PT
Benet Street - See the oldest building in Cambridge, and the laboratory where someone really did discover 'the secret of life', along with the pub they announced it in over a pint, and finally the Corpus Clock
10 minutes
Castle Hill
Cambridge, CB3 0AJ
Castle Hill - The place Cambridge started - Romans, Vikings and Normans all conquered the last bridge before the sea....
10 minutes
What's included:
- Visit our website to learn about our partner offers from Cambridge's leading tourism businesses
Not included:
- We will be seeing colleges but will not enter them (for both time and cost reasons)
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Entertaining History Tour of Cambridge
Cambs
people
1 participant
30 minutes
- • Entertaining And Informative Tour
- • Covers Over A Thousand Years Of History
- • Led By Expertly Entertaining Guides
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