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Activitate Cambridge, England
Cambridge Self Guided Walking Tour
4,8
(9 recenzii)
2–3 ore
Tur privat
din 5
9 recenzii
Despre activitate
Embark on a captivating journey through Cambridge with Helen’s meticulously designed self-guided audio 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.
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Private Sightseeing Tours
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Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
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Low Supplier Cancellation Rate
Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Pe scurt
- Durată
- 2–3 ore
- Confirmare
- Confirmare imediată
- Bilet
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Grup
- Doar grupul tău
- Persoane pe rezervare
- 1–15
- Ghid audio
- engleză
- Ghid scris
- engleză
- Organizator
- Exploro Limited
Vârste: Adulți (7–99 ani)
Ce include
Inclus
- Inclus: Audio guide, videos, pictures, recommendations and all the info you need
- Inclus: Unlimited access to this Self-Guided Tour on the app
- Inclus: Check "BEFORE YOU GO" section of your e-ticket!
- Inclus: Helen will guide you through an audio guide (no computer-generated voice!)
- Inclus: Map, directions, GPS route and stops of each tour
Nu este inclus
- Nu este inclus: In-person Guide
Itinerar
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Oprirea 1
10 min
The tour starts near the park, where you will get an introduction to the history and past of the city and its surroundings.
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Oprirea 2
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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.
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Parker's Piece
10 min
Parker'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.
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Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences
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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.
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University Museum of Zoology
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The 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 conch
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Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology
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The 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.
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Whipple Museum of the History of Science
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The Whipple Museum's collection includes scientific instruments, apparatus, models, pictures, prints, photographs, books and other material related to the history of science.
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Oprirea 8
5 min
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.
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The Fitzwilliam Museum is a neoclassical building completed in 1848. It has an imposing facade featuring grand columns reminiscent of ancient Greek and Roman temples, a majestic dome and grand statues of lions either side of the entrance.
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Oprirea 10
10 min
Scudamore's Punting Company was founded in 1910 by Jack Scudamore. Jack was a boat builder who visited Henley Upon Thames royal regatta and saw that punting was popular amongst the upper and middle classes. Hear his history here.
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5 min
The Mathematical Bridge is a famous wooden footbridge across the River Cam. It connects two parts of Queen's College.
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Corpus Christi College
5 min
Corpus Christi College, often referred to simply as Corpus, was founded in 1352 by the Guild of Corpus Christi and the Guild of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
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Oprirea 13
15 min
Bene’t Street is an old street in the city. It’s not commonly on the tourist trail, but for me, it’s one of the more interesting parts of the city.The street is named after St Bene't's Church.
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15 min Intrarea nu este inclusă
King's College Chapel is one of the most iconic and recognisable landmarks in Cambridge. The site was originally the floodplain of the River Cam, and later Medieval buildings.
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Great St Mary's Church (Church of England)
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The Church of St Mary the Great, often referred to simply as "St Mary's," dates back to the 12th century, although the current building mostly dates from the late 15th and early 16th centuries.
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Cambridge Market Square
15 min
The Market Square is located in the heart of Cambridge's city centre, next to the historic Guildhall. The Square is home to one of the oldest and largest open-air markets in the country.
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Trinity College was founded in 1546 by King Henry the VIII and is the largest college in Cambridge by both land area and student population.
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Oprirea 18
10 min Intrarea nu este inclusă
The Round Church, officially known as the Church of the Holy Sepulchre was founded in 1130 by crusaders who had returned from the Holy Land.
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Senate House
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The Senate House is an example of Neoclassical architecture. It was designed by architect James Gibbs and completed in 1730.
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Garret Hostel Bridge
10 min
At this point, the surface of the River Cam floodplain is only 4m above sea level, and the riverbed is only about 2m above sea level. The coastline itself lies almost 50 miles away at King's Lynn.
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Oprirea 21
15 min Intrarea nu este inclusă
It’s a relatively new building, dating from the early 20th century, but there are some lovely features in the internal architecture.
Punct de întâlnire și preluare
Toți participanții se întâlnesc la punctul de întâlnire.
Punct de întâlnire
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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.
Punct de final
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This is the end of the tour, you'll be free to wander around Cambridge at your leisure.
Cum folosești biletul
Your Exploro Tour is Ready!
Thanks for booking your self-guided tour with Exploro — we’re excited to help you discover the city at your own pace!
Here’s everything you need to get started:
If you don’t have the Exploro app yet:
1. Download the Exploro app from our website (https://exploro.app)
2. Open the app and sign up for a free account.
3. Once you're signed in, come back to this email and click the link below — it will open your tour directly in the app.
4. Insert your order number (your booking reference)
Open My Tour: https://exploro.app/tours/e-JzdDm155nJZ47urjbnh8?source=viator
Already have the app installed?
1. Make sure you're signed in to your account in the Exploro app!
2. Click the link below to open your tour in the app.
3. Insert your order number (you can find it under Order Summary)
Open My Tour: https://exploro.app/tours/e-JzdDm155nJZ47urjbnh8?source=viator
*note: if the link is not clickable, copy and paste into your Chrome/Safari*
- You have unlimited access to enjoy this tour. It is suggested opening the app a little earlier to familiarize yourself with the interface and to make sure you've given it access to your location. This will ensure you can fully utilize the map function for a seamless experience
- If you encounter any issues or need help, please reach: [email protected] or drop a message via WhatsApp at +39 389 644 9134 (Europe) or +56942572988 (Americas).
Remember, you have the flexibility and freedom to explore at your own pace. So relax, have fun, and enjoy your self-guided tour!
PS: Don't forget to rate my tour, thanks! =)
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Bine de știut
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Service animals allowed
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Părerea călătorilor
4,8
din 5 · 9 recenzii
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- 3
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