Private | Cambridge After Dark: University Ghost Tour by Alumni™

5.0 (35 reviews) one hour Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Explore one of the most haunted cities in the country on our 60-minute outdoor ghost tour. Wander through eerie streets where ghostly apparitions have been reported for centuries. We don’t use props or jump scares—instead, we share the fascinating supernatural stories that bring Cambridge’s history to life.

Hear about the restless spirit said to haunt a local pub and the ghosts linked to some of the city’s oldest sites. Discover the strange events at Peterhouse that made headlines nationwide, and learn about the dark history of Corpus Christi College and the tragic fates that befell many there.

The tour ends near the city centre, close to the lively parts of town—just in time for a meal or a drink to shake off the spookiness of your journey.

Available in English, 中文, and Español.

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At a glance

Duration: one hour
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Chinese, English, Spanish
Operated by: Cambridge Alumni Tours

What is included

Included

Included: Learn about Cambridge folklore and supernatural encounters.
Included: Cambridge University Student or Graduate Guide

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Clare College

5 min Admission not included

Cambridge is not just about folklore and ghost tales—it’s also a city of science. Discover how science and the supernatural come together in this remarkable city of explorers of the otherworldly.
Stop 2

10 min

Visit one of the nicest parts of Cambridge, which hides a darker past. Long ago, it was the site of horrific executions and terrible acts tied to heresy and witchcraft. Beneath its calm today lies a history of fear and suffering.
Stop 3

10 min Admission not included

Learn about a quiet bookshop believed to be haunted by the friendliest ghost in Cambridge. Keep your senses sharp—something unseen may be close.
Stop 4

10 min

Stop and, if time allows, step inside the Eagle Pub—known for more than just pints and RAF graffiti. Hear the story of a deadly fire, and the presence said to remain ever since.
Stop 5

10 min

Walk across Free School Lane and sense the lingering darkness some say still hangs in the air. Many believe the energy of this place quietly permeates the street even today.
Corpus Christi College

10 min Admission not included

Learn about Corpus Christi, a college wrapped in silence but heavy with unsettling tales. Behind its dark walls linger stories of restless figures, unexplained noises, and shadows that don’t belong.
Peterhouse

5 min Admission not included

The oldest college in town hides the secret of the most famous and recent ghost haunting, which caught the attention of the whole nation. To this day, no one truly knows what happened.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Please meet outside the main entrance to King’s College, on King’s Parade. Your guide will be wearing an item of royal blue clothing—such as a jacket, scarf, cap, beanie, or polo shirt—with the heraldic symbol of Alumni Tours on it.

End point

The end point is between the starting point and Little St Mary's Church

Using your ticket

Please present your ticket to your guide at the meeting point in front of King's College Main Gate. The guide will be wearing a blue uniform item, hat, or scarf with the Alumni Tours heraldic crest. We recommend arriving at least 5 minutes early to allow time to locate your guide and check in.

##IMPORTANT: (the company cannot take responsibility for issues caused by not following these guidelines):

Late arrivals cannot be refunded. Once the tour starts, the guide cannot be contacted. Cancellations made at least 24 hours in advance are fully refundable, unless otherwise agreed, especially for large groups.

The walk lasts 60 minutes at a steady pace and includes uneven surfaces. Wheelchair users are welcome, but the tour is not suitable for those with mobility difficulties.

No scheduled toilet breaks. If you leave the group for an extended time, you may not be able to find them again upon your return. This is at the customer’s own risk.

Dress appropriately and wear suitable footwear. Bring water in warm weather.

Standard tours are conducted in English, but guides come from a cosmopolitan mix of students and alumni; please be prepared for a variety of accents.

Complaints must be directed to management by phone or email. Please do not address complaints to the guide, as they are not authorized to handle them.

Follow the guide’s instructions and local safety rules. Inform your guide if unwell

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Wheelchair users are welcome on the tour. Please note that some parts of the route may be difficult to access due to uneven terrain, curbs, and other obstacles. We advise caution because of uneven surfaces and potential trip hazards. Please also be mindful of vehicles and bicycles, especially in busy areas
Not recommended for travellers who cannot complete a 60-minute walk