Gliding silently beneath the weeping willows of the River Cam on a wooden punt reveals why Cambridge remains an enduring symbol of timeless academia. Just under an hour away by train, the town’s honey-toned stone colleges, manicured riverside gardens, and colossal late-Gothic chapels transport you through centuries of scientific discovery and architectural splendor.
Highlights from the Historic University City
Punting Along The Backs: Taking to the River Cam on a traditional flat-bottomed punt. Gliding past "The Backs"—the manicured private lawns and gardens behind the historic colleges—provides the ultimate vantage point of Cambridge’s most iconic riverside facades.
King’s College Chapel: Standing before one of the finest examples of late perpendicular Gothic architecture in the world. The towering stone spires, colossal medieval stained-glass windows, and the world’s largest fan-vaulted ceiling create an awe-inspiring presence in the centre of town.
The Iconic Bridges: Cruising beneath the famous crossings of the Cam, including the intricate wooden carpentry of the Mathematical Bridge at Queens’ College and the romantic covered arches of the Bridge of Sighs at St John’s.
Historic College Courts & Passageways: Wandering through the grand courtyards of Trinity and St John’s, as well as winding down narrow cobblestone side streets like Trinity Lane and Rose Crescent, where historic bookshops and tearooms sit tucked between ancient stone walls.
Market Square & The River Commons: Soaking up the local buzz at the open-air market stalls for street food and artisan crafts before taking a quiet stroll across Jesus Green or out toward the peaceful meadows of Grantchester.
