Newnham Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
King's College
Explore the campus of one of Cambridge University’s great colleges and visit its medieval chapel, a superb example of late Gothic architecture.
King's College Chapel
This prominent university chapel contains the largest fan vault in the world as well as exquisite medieval stained glass.
Queen's College
Spend some time in the grounds of this 15th-century college, a beautiful campus on the River Cam where monarchs and global statesmen received their education.
St Catharine's College
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of St Catharine's College during your travels in Cambridge. Wander the picturesque gardens and riverfront in the area.
Mathematical Bridge
Walk across this 18th-century wooden footbridge that spans the River Cam and connects the two halves of Queens’ College.
Fellows Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Fellows Garden, a lovely green space in Cambridge. Wander the picturesque gardens and riverfront in the area.
Activities
Cambridge University & Kings College Walking Tour By Alumni
Cambridge: Alumni-Led University Ghost Tour
Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge
Shared Punt Tour - Cambridge
Scholars & Secrets of Cambridge: Self-Guided Puzzle Adventure
Our pick of the best Newnham Hotel Deals
Rectory Farm
Excellent
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Clayton Hotel Cambridge
Great location, excellent staff helped us to check in early.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Wilde Cambridge City Centre
Brilliant location for central Cambridge. Room was pristinely clean with quality furnishings.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Turing Locke Cambridge
The room is excellent. Exactly what was wanted. Helpful staff. Responsive to needs.
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Delta Hotels by Marriott Huntingdon
Excellent service from the staff.
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
University Arms, Autograph Collection
The grout in the bathroom was cracked, crumbled and missing in the shower flooring where you stand. Als, there was hard water buildup on the waterfall shower head.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Newnham
Castle
While visiting Castle, you might make a stop by sights like The River Cam and Bridge of Sighs.
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.
Arbury
While Arbury isn't home to many top sights, The River Cam and Bridge of Sighs are some notable places to visit nearby.
Petersfield
While visiting Petersfield, you might make a stop by sights like Mill Road and Fenner's.
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 Abbey Stadium.
Trumpington
Unique features of Trumpington include the coffee shops and historical sites. Make a stop by Cambridge Lakes Golf Course or University Botanic Gardens while you're exploring the area.
