Private | Cambridge Tour by Alumni™ with optional King's Chapel

4.9 (199 reviews) 1 h 30 min – 2 h 30 min Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Looking to visit King’s College Chapel? Please ensure you book the specific tour option that includes entry, as it is not part of our standard walking tour.

Unlike generic city walks, our guides share personal stories of student life, secret traditions, and the academic rivalries that shaped centuries of discovery.

You’re not just visiting a city of history and prestige—you’re walking in the footsteps of Newton, Darwin, and Hawking with someone who once studied where they did. When you select the option, enjoy exclusive entry to King’s College Chapel, the crown jewel of English Gothic architecture, or upgrade to a private bespoke tour with access to additional colleges.

Available in English, 中文, and Español.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 30 min – 2 h 30 min
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: Cambridge University Student or Graduate Guide
Included: Enter King's College Chapel (WHEN YOU BOOK THIS OPTION)
Included: Exceptional access to college gardens (WHEN ACCESSIBLE)
Included: Learn about the Oxbridge application process from a student
Included: Gain an insight into student life at an elite university
Included: Learn about Cambridge history and anecdotes

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Indoor access to structures unless booked in advance

Itinerary

King's College

Passing by

Meet your Alumni Guide outside 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.
Corpus Clock

10 min Admission not included

Learn about the fascinating story behind the design of this famous clock, noticing the details than an uninformed observer could easily miss!
Stop 3

10 min

Visit The Eagle pub—where history lives in every corner, from WWII airmen to the scientists of the nearby Cavendish Laboratory. With over 400 years of history, this pub holds countless remarkable stories.
Stop 4

10 min

Discover the place that put Cambridge on the map of the scientific world—a place that changed the history of science and the history of humanity as well.
Corpus Christi College

5 min Admission not included

Listen to your student-guide describe the (somewhat dark!) history of Corpus Christi College, and feel free to ask any questions about the College or student life
Queens' College

5 min Admission not included

Hear about the reason why this is Queens' College rather than Queen's, and discover the myths that abound about the nearby Mathematical Bridge
Stop 7

10 min Admission not included

Walk along by the famous College Backs while you learn about the history of King's College and how it is related to three different King Henrys
Trinity College

5 min Admission not included

Home of some of the most famous Alumni, hear a student's take on the rivalry between Trinity and St John's!
Stop 9

10 min

Admire the magnificent profile of St John's College, known for its grand architecture and notable alumni.

A perfect blend of history and beauty along the River Cam.
Senate House

10 min Admission not included

Get a student's perspective on the practice of the public announcement of grades, and get a glimpse into the particular traditions of the University of Cambridge while you hear about the graduation ceremony.
King's College Chapel

45 min Admission not included

##IMPORTANT: this option must be selected as an upgrade of the walking tour ticket. Please, make sure that you select it.

The visit of the chapel is self-guided at the end of the 90 minutes walking tour, and it is not supervised by our official guide. The duration of the visit is a basic approximation, but you can leave the chapel when you prefer.

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

If you booked the option to enter King's College, your guide will bring you inside the chapel after the end of the tour.

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.

Snacks and drinks are allowed, but not inside college buildings.

The walk lasts 90 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.

Pets are not permitted inside colleges, except for guide dogs.

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%

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
##IMPORTANT: Please ensure you have booked the King’s College option in advance, as it cannot be purchased during the tour—only before or after the walk
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 90-minute walk

Options

Spanish tour with King's

King's College Chapel access: The self-guided visit to King’s College Chapel takes place at the end of the walking tour.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
English tour with King's

King's College Chapel access: The self-guided visit to King’s College Chapel takes place at the end of the walking tour.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Mandarin tour with King's

King's College Chapel access: The self-guided visit to King’s College Chapel takes place at the end of the walking tour.

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Mandarin tour without King's

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
English tour without King's

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Spanish tour without King's

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes