Cambridge Self Guided Walking Tour
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Embark on a captivating journey through Cambridge with Helen’s meticulously designed self-guided tour. Discover the city's academic spirit and architectural elegance, guided by Helen, a Chartered Geographer with extensive expertise. Starting at the tranquil Christ’s Piece, this 2.5-mile trek passes iconic landmarks like the Fitzwilliam Museum, the medieval Round Church, and the picturesque Backs. As you navigate through cobblestone paths and lush green spaces, Helen’s narrative enriches your stroll with fascinating insights into the storied halls of the University's ancient colleges and vibrant market squares. This tour isn't just a walk; it’s a deep dive into the heart of Cambridge, revealing secrets and stories at every corner.2 hours to 3 hours
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3 weeks unlimited access to this Self-Guided Tour on the app
Helen will guide you through an audio guide (no computer-generated voice!)
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The tour starts near the park, where you will get an introduction to the history and past of the city and its surroundings. 10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
Emmanuel College has a reputation for academic excellence. Many scholars have passed through these gates, including John Harvard, who was baptised at the college chapel and later became a benefactor of Harvard University in the USA.View Location
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Parker's Piece
Parkside, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB1 1JFParker's Piece is a large public park located in the heart of Cambridge. It is named after Edward Parker, who donated a portion of the land to the city in 1613.10 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationSedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences(Pass By)
Downing Street, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB2 3EQ walk through the University’s oldest museum will take you on a 4.5 billion year journey through time, from the meteoritic building blocks of planets, to the thousands of fossils of animals and plants that illustrate the evolution of life in the oceans, on land and in the air. View LocationUniversity Museum of Zoology(Pass By)
Downing Street, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB2 3EJThe diversity of animal life is on display in the University Museum of Zoology’s brand new galleries. From moths to monkeys, mammoths to manatees, discover stories of extinction, survival, evolution and exploration.
Collection Highlights
- Cambridge’s largest resident – the 21m fin whale
- The giant ground sloth
- One of the most complete Dodo skeletons in the UK
- Captain Cook’s conchView LocationMuseum of Archaeology and Anthropology(Pass By)
Downing Street, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB2 3DZThe collections of the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology number more than 800,000 objects of outstanding research and historical value. In addition there are over 100,000 field photographs and negatives in the Photographic Archive, and over 30,000 fonds of historical documentary archives. View LocationWhipple Museum of the History of Science(Pass By)
Free School Lane, Cambridge, United Kingdom, CB2 3RHThe Whipple Museum's collection includes scientific instruments, apparatus, models, pictures, prints, photographs, books and other material related to the history of science. View Location3
he Pitt Building was constructed in 1833. It was named after William Pitt the Younger, who served as Prime Minister of Great Britain in the late 18th and early 19th centuries.5 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location
Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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All our tours are self-guided. You will be led by the GPS in the app and you will need to give permission to the app to access your location for getting instructions while walking guided by Helen.View Location
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This is the end of the tour, you'll be free to wander around Cambridge at your leisure.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Audio Guide Available In
- English
Printed Guide Available In
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
Tickets will be delivered post-booking by email; or, physically delivered to the customer or the customer's hotelThanks for choosing Pandemic Tours! To start the tour, download our App here: iOS: https://apps.apple.com/co/app/pandemic-tours/id1563922882 Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.mytoursapp.android.app3129 Once in-app, select your tour by tapping the "Tour" tab, select "Enter Code" for Android or "Login to Download" for iOS and redeem this code (or "Login" for iOS): HBRI5012 You'll have full access to the tour for 3 weeks. If you have any problem with your booking, contact us at support@pandemictoursapp.com or via WhatsApp at +56942572988. Top tip: access the tour a bit earlier so you familiarise yourself with the App and don't forget to give it access to your location so you can use the map function. Enjoy your stroll! PS: Don't forget to rate my tour, please! =)Cancellation & Refunds
Cannot be cancelled or amended without incurring a 100% penalty; i.e., the refund amount will be zero.- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
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