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An Audio Guide to Cambridge's Hidden Histories and Rivalries

5.0(2)Rated 5.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews1 h 10 minFree cancellationBy VoiceMap Audio Tours
An Audio Guide to Cambridge's Hidden Histories and Rivalries

About this activity

On this self-guided walking tour, you'll meet the colourful characters that shaped the university‘s 800-year history. Embark on an enchanting journey through the charming cobbled streets of Cambridge, where you‘ll see the university‘s iconic colleges and hear its rich history. Led by a Cambridge University graduate and expert tour guide brimming with historical anecdotes, you‘ll be immersed in the captivating tales of rivalry and discovery that has shaped this world-famous institution.

Along the way, you‘ll hear of the most lied-about bridge in Cambridge, the Mathematical Bridge, and about rivalries that fuel the university‘s competitive spirit. I‘ll tell you about the rivalry between St John‘s and Trinity College, the local upper and lower classes, and Cambridge and Oxford. From the grandeur of King‘s College Chapel‘s soaring spires to the characterful passageways past Trinity College, each stop unveils a different side of the esteemed institution.

What's included

  • ✓Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
  • ✓The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
  • ✓Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • ✓Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • ✓Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Not included

  • ✕Smartphone and headphones
  • ✕Entrance to any paid attractions en route

Meeting and pickup

  • The tour begins on the footpath in front of the main gates of King's College, on King's Parade. You'll see some grand gates with bicycle racks in front of them.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please bring your own smartphone and headphones

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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