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Cambridge University & River Cam Half-Day Tour with Punting
Tours • From Cambridge

Cambridge University & River Cam Half-Day Tour with Punting

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English guided
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4.7 / 5
(64) • 2K+ booked
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Cambridge Historical and Punting Tour with Student Guides
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Tours • Cambridge

Cambridge Historical and Punting Tour with Student Guides

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Small group
English guided
5.0 / 5
(3) • 100+ booked
US$ 46.09
Oxford and Cambridge Universities Tour
Tours • Oxford

Oxford and Cambridge Universities Tour

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English guided
Free cancellation
4.2 / 5
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Cambridge Half-Day Walking Tour with Punting Experience
Tours • From Cambridge

Cambridge Half-Day Walking Tour with Punting Experience

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English guided
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3.7 / 5
(3) • 50+ booked
US$ 67.60
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Cambridge and Medieval England Tour from London
Tours • Cambridge

Cambridge and Medieval England Tour from London

English guided
Free cancellation
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US$ 129.09
[Value-Packed Chinese/English] Oxford and Cambridge Day Trip from London
Tours • From London

[Value-Packed Chinese/English] Oxford and Cambridge Day Trip from London

English guided
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US$ 241.75
Cambridge Hop-on Hop-off Bus Pass
Tours • Cambridge

Cambridge Hop-on Hop-off Bus Pass

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4.2 / 5
(6) • 50+ booked
US$ 22.75
Multi-Day England & Scotland Highlights Tour
Tours • From London, Manchester, Edinburgh

Multi-Day England & Scotland Highlights Tour

English guided
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US$ 1,108.59
Cambridge University Walking Tour with King's College Entry
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Tours • Cambridge

Cambridge University Walking Tour with King's College Entry

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Cambridge University Walking & Punting Tour with King's College
Tours • Cambridge

Cambridge University Walking & Punting Tour with King's College

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English guided
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US$ 98.39
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Oxford University Walking & Punting Tour with New College Entry
Tours • From Oxford

Oxford University Walking & Punting Tour with New College Entry

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English guided
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US$ 86.05
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Cambridge University Half-Day Cultural Walking Tour
Tours • Cambridge

Cambridge University Half-Day Cultural Walking Tour

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Interrail Global Pass
Rail passes • Valletta

Interrail Global Pass

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4.6 / 5
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US$ 311.25
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BritRail Pass for England, Wales and Scotland
Rail passes • From London

BritRail Pass for England, Wales and Scotland

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BritRail England Pass
Rail passes • From London

BritRail England Pass

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4.7 / 5
(241) • 3K+ booked
US$ 168.89
BritRail London Plus Pass
Rail passes • London

BritRail London Plus Pass

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US$ 156.65

Hotels in Cambridge

Wilde Cambridge City Centre
Hotels • Cambridge

Wilde Cambridge City Centre

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Turing Locke Cambridge
Hotels • Cambridge

Turing Locke Cambridge

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4.4 / 5
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US$ 87.10
The Varsity Hotel & Spa
Hotels • Cambridge

The Varsity Hotel & Spa

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Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG
Hotels • Cambridge

Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG

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The Hobson Cambridge by Adina
Hotels • Cambridge

The Hobson Cambridge by Adina

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Premier Inn Cambridge City Centre - Corn Exchange/Lion Yard
Hotels • Cambridge

Premier Inn Cambridge City Centre - Corn Exchange/Lion Yard

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US$ 63.34
ibis Cambridge Central Station
Hotels • Cambridge

ibis Cambridge Central Station

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The Luxurious Penthouse
Hotels • Cambridge

The Luxurious Penthouse

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Travelodge Cambridge Newmarket Road
Hotels • Cambridge

Travelodge Cambridge Newmarket Road

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Hilton Cambridge City Centre
Hotels • Cambridge

Hilton Cambridge City Centre

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Regency Guest House
Hotels • Cambridge

Regency Guest House

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Hyatt Centric Cambridge
Hotels • Cambridge

Hyatt Centric Cambridge

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4.5 / 5
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Cambridge travel guide

Reviews of Cambridge activities

클룩 고객
2026-09-11 02:03:44
Fantastic 5.0
I highly recommend punting on the River Cam! You just show your ticket and can board right on time. The wind, sunshine, and sky made for a truly wonderful experience.
SHIRLEY ***
2026-06-02 13:23:23
Fantastic 5.0
Both Cambridge and Oxford was lovely, located 2 hours drive away (by coach) from London. Our guide was Dan and she's very clear and informative. Coach was comfortable. I personally prefer Cambridge over Oxford due to lesser crowds. Limited time given to explore each places. Overall this day tour was enjoyable
Klook 用戶
2026-08-24 17:24:42
Fantastic 5.0
I was the only Chinese tourist that day, so I enjoyed a 1-on-1 guided tour. The guide explained everything in great detail and patiently answered all my questions, which helped me learn a lot more about Cambridge. It was a wonderful experience.
Klook User
2026-07-28 12:57:55
Fantastic 5.0
best hop on hop off bus we have been on this trip. stops easy to find. friendly drivers. clear audio that is in sync with location ease of booking on Klook:
Saurabh *******
2026-07-05 21:37:45
Fantastic 5.0
Hassle free travel with EU rail pass. used it recently in mid june to travel from Switzerland to Como> Milan > Rome > Florence > Venice > Bled > Hallstatt > Prague. Usually on discount around December and during spring season in April.
Bernard ******
2026-10-07 03:06:04
Fantastic 5.0
easy to book and easy to activate the pass. very convenient to use, just show pass to conductor and the entry machines and you are good to go. super savings and you dont need to queue for tickets everytime you go. just look for your train and thats it. highliy recommended if you plan to travel many cities in United Kingdom.
YEH ******
2026-10-11 14:51:25
Fantastic 5.0
After payment, you will receive a voucher via email. Follow the URL in the voucher to activate it, and select your desired travel date during activation (note that it cannot be modified once activated). Once the date is confirmed, you will receive a PDF file for each date along with a QR code ticket that can be imported into your Apple or Google Wallet. During actual use, the QR code may sometimes fail to scan successfully at the ticket gates; if this happens, you can ask the gate attendant for assistance. On the train, ticket inspections are quite frequent (the QR code will be scanned by the conductor).
Klook User
2026-09-08 12:21:49
Fantastic 5.0
convenient and easy to use but some contract or trainee staff may not be able to know this international ticket so going for senior ones are recommended
Shengjing **
2026-09-29 04:54:26
Fantastic 5.0
everything perfect and definitely will stay again. friendly staff, great location, good facility condition. cannot ask for more

Cambridge at a glance

When is the busiest time to visit Cambridge?

Based on what travelers booked on Klook

Busier than usual Quieter than usual
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200
150
Avg 100Avg
50
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46
Jan
37
Feb
44
Mar
95
Apr
96
May
125
Jun
Busiest 214
Jul
206
Aug
178
Sep
85
Oct
46
Nov
Quietest 31
Dec

July shows the biggest spike in bookings — roughly 114% above a typical month — while December is much quieter, about 69% below a typical month, so book early for July and expect easier availability in December. Based on Klook historical booking data.

When is Cambridge cheapest?

Find months that fit your budget.

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Cheapest $40 Priciest $174
Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun

Activities were typically around USD 40 in November, roughly 77% below the January high of typically around USD 174, so November can be a budget-friendly time to visit. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

How far ahead should you book?

Plan ahead so you don’t miss out

1 daysLast-minute
11 daysTypical
30 daysEarly

Most travellers book about 11 days ahead, so there’s moderate flexibility for planning; during the July peak, consider booking earlier than usual. Based on Klook booking data, February 2026 – July 2026.

Quick facts about Cambridge

Local weather

℉℃
  • MAR - MAY
    15°3°

    Spring

  • JUN - AUG
    21°12°

    Summer

  • SEP - NOV
    18°4°

    Autumn

  • DEC - FEB
    7°2°

    Winter

General info
  • Time zone

    No time difference

  • Currency

    1USD = 0.75GBP

  • Official languages

  • Recommended trip duration

What to know before visiting Cambridge

What to do in Cambridge

Cambridge is best known for its guided Tours, which dominate bookings and set the pace through the year. Klook booking data shows demand is highest in July, when outdoor and historical walks and boat tours draw big crowds, while December is quietest and suits slower sightseeing. Use the rhythm of the year to plan: summer months bring the liveliest atmosphere and lots of options, while late autumn and winter are calmer. Decide whether you want peak-season buzz or quieter streets. Based on Klook booking data.

When to visit Cambridge

Demand on Klook peaks in July, with much higher interest across July–September, and drops to its lowest point in December. Prices move through the year too: the cheapest median bookings are typically in November while January shows the highest typical prices, so the crowd and price cycles sometimes align and sometimes diverge — late autumn offers both lower prices and quieter streets, while midsummer delivers peak atmosphere but busier availability. For lower prices and smaller crowds, aim for November or the quieter months; for classic summer energy pick July–August.

Month Demand Level Typical Price
January Very quiet USD 174
February Very quiet USD 158
March Very quiet USD 107
April About average USD 108
May About average USD 162
June Busier than usual USD 104
July Peak demand USD 75
August Peak demand USD 108
September Peak demand USD 43
October Quieter than usual USD 74
November Very quiet USD 40
December Very quiet USD 74

Demand is bookings in that month compared with a typical month, from historical Klook booking data, grouped into the demand levels above; typical price is the median paid on Klook in that month; prices are shown with their currency code. Based on Klook booking data, July 2025 – June 2026.

Tips for travellers

Most travellers who book on Klook plan about 11 days ahead, with the earliest planners booking roughly 30 days out, so treat Cambridge as a destination that benefits from light planning. Because July is the busiest month, consider locking in popular Tours earlier if you travel in peak months. Klook booking data suggests flexible travellers can still book last minute — many options appear within a day — but for peak summer dates it pays to reserve sooner. Book on Klook to compare options and secure your preferred time and provider based on past booking patterns.

FAQs about Cambridge

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