Castle Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Trinity College
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Trinity College during your travels in Cambridge. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
The River Cam
Go punting, kayaking, sailing and swimming in this clean river that winds its way through one of the world’s most iconic universities.
Bridge of Sighs
Take a chauffeured tour along the River Cam to get a closer look at this neo-Gothic bridge as you pass beneath it.
Senate House
Walk in the footsteps of luminaries at this grand hall, where graduation ceremonies are held for Cambridge students.
Churchill College
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Churchill College during your travels in Cambridge. Wander the picturesque gardens and riverfront in the area.
Clare College
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Clare College during your travels in Cambridge. Wander the picturesque gardens and riverfront in the area.
Activities
Cambridge University Walking Tour by AlumniTM & Kings College
Cambridge: Alumni-Led University Ghost Tour
Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge
Dive into History: Cambridge & Medieval England from London
Our pick of the best Castle Hotel Deals
Hyatt Centric Cambridge
It was a really nice hotel with lovely rooms and area. Had a big sainsburys close which was convenient.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
Turing Locke Cambridge
Very pleasant, generous room quiet and relaxing. Friendly team on front desk
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Clayton Hotel Cambridge
Lovely comfortable bed, helpful staff, good location and upgrade with a balcony - thanks!
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Huntingdon
New TV but beds are now aging and need replacing
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
ibis Cambridge Central Station
The room is clean and the staff are very welcoming. Only one gripe is that the window in our room felt it was open as we could clearly hear the noise outside but thankfully everything closes after 11. The room was on 3rd floor
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa
Room was spotless, great facilities friendly staff
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Castle
Arbury
While Arbury isn't home to many top sights, The River Cam and Bridge of Sighs are some notable places to visit nearby.
Cambridge City Centre
Unique features of Cambridge City Centre include the gardens and river views. Make a stop by Cambridge Market Square or Cambridge Corn Exchange while you're exploring the area.
Newnham
If you're spending some time in Newnham, King's College Chapel and Mathematical Bridge are top sights worth seeing.
Orchard Park
While Orchard Park isn't home to many top sights, The River Cam and Bridge of Sighs are some notable places to visit nearby.
Chesterton
While Chesterton may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The River Cam and Bridge of Sighs.
King's Hedges
While King's Hedges isn't home to many top sights, Abbey Stadium and The River Cam are some notable places to visit nearby.
