Cambridge Tour Guides
Information about Cambridge Tour Guides
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
THE TOP RANKED CAMBRIDGE WALKING TOUR ON TRIP ADVISOR. We try to make our tours fun, as well as informative. see all of the renowned Cambridge sights and hear about the many famous people that have lived and studied in Cambridge.
We offer a public tour ever day at 13:00-14:30 that anybody can join. We also have a full range of private tours to suit all requirements. If you are in any doubt please email [email protected] for advice. Or ring Chris on 07940 999 364 or Tony on 07814 765 151 for further advice. We are happy to help.
Cambridge Green Badge guides are the only guides allowed to take tour groups inside the Chapel. You can include a visit to King's Chapel as part of your two hour private tour, "From the Romans to DNA: the History of Cambridge". If you book this tour online we will take you through the booking procedures required by King's. Tickets cost £13 per person and have to be purchased within 15 minute time slots. You can find full details on the King's College web site at www.kings.cam.ac.uk
This popular royal tour includes guided visits to the magnificent King's College Chapel and to Queen's College. King's College was founded by King Henry VI in 1441. Queens' was founded by his young French wife, Queen Margaret of Anjou in 1448. King's Chapel is the most famous building in Cambridge and is world renowned for its beauty and its choir. Queens' riverside setting has some of the most iconic buildings in Cambridge and is wonderful example of how the early colleges were founded and developed through the centuries.
The tour will also take in many of the key sights in the historic heart of Cambridge. The cost is £180 per group. The maximum group size is 15. The tour fee does not include entry fees which are £13 per person at King's and £5 per person at Queens'. To book please email [email protected]
During this shared public tour you will see all the key sights in the historic heart of Cambridge. You will hear about the many famous people that have lived and studied here, including 12o Nobel Prize winners. The tour includes renowned colleges such as Trinity, St. John’s, Gonville and Caius, King’s and Corpus Christi. You will also see St Bene't's 11th century church, the 12th century Round Church, the Senate House, Old Schools, Great St Mary's, the historic Eagle Pub and, of course, the old Cavendish Laboratory where 29 Nobel prizes were earned.
A private two-hour tour for you and your companions only. You will see and learn about famous colleges such as Trinity, St. John’s, King’s, Gonville & Caius, and Corpus Christi. The tour also includes St.Bene't's 11th century church, the historic Eagle Pub, as well as the world-famous Old Cavendish Laboratory where 29 Nobel Prize winners made an extraordinary contribution to the sciences. Along the way you will also see the 12th century Round Church, the Senate House, Old Schools and Great St.Mary's Church.
This two-hour tour allows time to visit the world-famous King's College Chapel. Tickets have to be purchased separately direct from the King's web site at www.kings.cam.ac.uk
A ninety-minute private tour that takes in all of the key sights in the historic heart of Cambridge. This includes famous colleges, such as King’s, Trinity, St. John’s, Gonville and Caius and Corpus Christi. We will also visit other renowned Cambridge sights such as the old Cavendish Laboratory, the historic Eagle Pub and St Benet’s' 11th century church.
In a city packed with buildings dating back to the 11th century, it is little wonder that ghost stories abound. Our tour will show you the places where unexplained and unusual occurrences are known to have happened, and still happen. This ever-popular tour will tell you about the spookier side of Cambridge.
Cambridge University's Fitzwilliam Museum is widely acknowledged as one of the best regional museums in the UK, perhaps in Europe. Very few museums boast such a variety and depth of exhibits on one single site.
The Fitzwilliam is once again open to the public from Tuesday to Saturday at 10:00-17:00 and on Sundays and Bank Holidays from 12:00-17:00. Entry is free but booking is required.
Our introductory 1.5 hour tour will take you to some key exhibits and to some easily-overlooked hidden gems, plus a few of the guide’s personal favourites. The maximum number allowed by the Museum on each tour is five. Tours must be booked well in advance. To enquire about a Fitzwilliam tour please email us at [email protected]
We have 927 reviews on Trip Advisor and are ranked 3rd out of 107 tours in Cambridge. You can find our page by going to Trip Advisor and searching for "Cambridge Tour Guides".
Our comment from TraTraTravel UK about Cambridge Tour Guides:
Cambridge Tour Guides offers an exceptional experience for visitors looking to explore the rich history and culture of Cambridge. Guided by knowledgeable and engaging professionals like Tony and Frankie, tours emphasize both entertainment and education, making history accessible and fun for all ages. Many guests have praised their tours as 'insightful' and 'entertaining', highlighting how informative they are, with guides sharing extensive knowledge about the city and its prestigious university life.
Clients appreciate the personalized touch provided by the guides, who not only engage visitors through stories and humor but also take the time to address individual curiosities. The customer service prior to the tour has also received positive remarks, with the booking process described as 'proactive' and 'informative'.
Highlights and key strengths include:
- Extensive knowledge of Cambridge's history and architecture.
- Engaging and humorous storytelling that keeps participants involved.
- Flexibility in accommodating guest interests and questions.
- Varied tour options, including ghost tours and historical explorations.
Overall, Cambridge Tour Guides comes highly recommended not only by tourists but also by locals who have found value and enjoyment in every tour. Whether it’s a family outing or a personal exploration, guests leave with memorable experiences and greater insights into the city.
Cambridge Tour Guides: Reviews
Fantastic experience: Excellent tour with Tony. Loads of knowledge - kept us engaged throughout , very sincere personable and knowledgeable guide. Helpful with recommendations and very honest . 100% recommended
Hi Sarish, Many thanks for finding the time to post a review. We really appreciate it. And thank for posting your lovely photos to our page. I'm so glad you enjoyed the tour and I hope the rest of your day in Cambridge went well. Thanks again for booking with us. Best wishes, Chris Skilton
Fantastic experience: Thank you so much Tony for a great tour! He was very informative, personable and really engaging. I’m a Cambridge local and I found the tour very insightful. Would 10/10 recommend to tourists and locals alike.
Fantastic experience: The woman who gave us our tour around Cambridge was so wonderful! She had a lot of knowledge of the history and made things enjoyable to learn. Thank you so much for the tour!
Fantastic experience: We had a terrific tour with Tony this afternoon. He is extremely knowledgeable and keeps it fun and entertaining. I highly recommend him.
Fantastic experience: We did the historic tour of Cambridge and King's Chapel with Alain, our French speaking guide. Although it rained all day, we thoroughly enjoy the tour and learned a lot about Cambridge and its colleges.
Fantastic experience: Excellent tour with Tony. He was entertaining and very knowledgeable and provided us with so much information and even answered extra questions as we walked from one place to the next. I really enjoyed it! Also excellent customer service from Chris to help me book in.
Hi! Many thanks for finding the time to post a review. We really appreciate it. I'm glad we were able to help. Thanks a million for booking with us. Best wishes,Chris
Fantastic experience: Frankie was our guide today. We thoroughly enjoyed listening to her extensive stories. She was very knowledgeable and in a short time shared with us all that Cambridge history has to offer.
Hi Renee, many thanks for going to the trouble of posting a review. We really appreciate it. Frankly will be delighted. Thank you again for booking with us. Best wishes, Chris Skilton
Fantastic experience: Very entertaining (and educational). Not too much walking to do. Combining this with a bus tour of Cambridge is a great way to help highlight where you may want to spend more time.
Fantastic experience: Our tour guide, Tony was rather witty and very knowledgeable in the history of Cambridge. His method of questioning us occasionally throughout the whole tour was effective in keeping us engaged while we explored the city for approximately 2 hours. I would perhaps suggest Tony to carry a flag or item of sorts to distinguish himself from the sea of people walking around town. Doing so, we would definitely be able to spot him easily. Overall, excellent tour! Highly recommend to those that are visiting Cambridge for the first time.
Fantastic experience: We had the pleasure of being introduced to Cambridge by Tony Rodgers yesterday and had a fantastic time! We learnt so much about the city, Tony is very funny and witty and makes an effort to engage with the visitors so 2 hours that we spent together flew by! Furthermore he went out of his way to spend an extra 30 mins with us when he didn't have to, to tell us a bit more about Trinity College right at the end. I couldn't recommend Tony Rodgers enough and will be advertising his services to family & friends, thank you Cambridge Tour Guides for an amazing experience!
Fantastic experience: Brilliant tour. Inspiring and amusing. Our tour guide Johnie was great: a real storyteller. The tour was well worth it and a great way to become familiar with the centre of town! The 90 minutes flew by.
Hi Gino, Thank you so much for finding the time to post a review. We really appreciate it. I'll make sure Jonny sees it. Many thanks again for booking with us. Best wishes, Chris.
Fantastic experience: We booked a private tour for our family. Tony's tour was an amazing mix of good humor, deep knowledge, and an insider view on the things we've seen and the places we've walked. The before-the-tour communication with Chris (who was organizing the tour for us) were proactive and informative. It was a time very well spent. I very much recommend these guys.
Hi Igor, many thanks for going to the trouble of posting a review. I'm so glad you enjoyed your tour. I hope that the rest of your travels go well. Thank you again for booking with us, best wishes, Chris.
Fantastic experience: Amazing ,fun and informative Tony , the guide is spectacular
Hi! Many thanks for finding the time to post a review. I'm so glad you enjoyed your tour. Thank you so much for booking with us. Best wishes, Chris SkiltonOwnerCambridge Tour Guides
Fantastic experience: Learnt a lot, laughed a lot! Thanks Tony!
Fantastic experience: To get a good understanding on the available tours visit the ℹ️ office. You can find out the best tour that suits you from the informative staff. Tours are very informative and great value for money as well.
Fantastic experience: We've worked with Cambridge Tour Guides for a few years now - Chris and his team are excellent. Knowledgeable, enthusiastic tours, and very well organised. As always, thank you!
Many thanks indeed. I will pass on your kind words to Jonny and Jacqui. Best wishes, Chris.
Fantastic experience: We have Done a very nice tour with our family , we recommend our guide !
Hi! Many thanks for posting a review. I'm so glad you enjoyed the tour. Thanks again for booking with us. Best wishes, Chris
Fantastic experience: Tony was a very knowledgeable and entertaining guide - can thoroughly recommend Cambridge Tours for an effective and enjoyable introduction to this beautiful city.
Hi Jenny, many thanks for finding the time to post a review. I'm so glad you enjoyed Tony's tour. Thanks a million for booking with us. Best wishes,Chris
Fantastic experience: Fantastic tour with Toni!)))We learned about Cambridge rivalry with "that other college town", got insights about Cambridge most famous alumni and heard wonderful stories about students pranks as well as about local ghosts.Hilarious,entertaining and very insightful tour- would love to do another tours Toni offers!!!
Hi Alla, Many thanks for going to the trouble of posting a review. We really appreciate it. I'm so glad you enjoyed the tour. Thank you so much for booking with us. Best wishes,Chris
Fantastic experience: Brilliantly personable, funny, knowledgeable.
Hi Graham, many thanks. I 'm glad you enjoyed your tour. Thank you for booking with us. Best wishes, Chris Skilton.
Fantastic experience: Superb customer service and excellent communication. I’m a Cambridge local and will be using the CTG team again in the future!
Many thanks for going to the trouble of posting a review. We really appreciate it. And thank you for booking with us. Best wishes, Chris
Fantastic experience: Our private tour with Tony was fabulous! So many great stories about Cambridge and university life - and he's great with kids and adults alike. Would highly recommend this tour.
Hi Brandi, Many thanks for going to the trouble of posting a review. We really appreciate it. I'm so glad you enjoyed your tour. Thanks a million for booking with us. Best wishes,Chris
Fantastic experience: My group was big enough to require 2 guides and we were extremely fortunate to have the services of Frankie and Tony. They were both quite outstanding and their knowledge was equalled by their delivery, passion and energy. I can't praise them high enough - THANKS!!
Hi Dennis, Many thanks for finding the time to post a review. Much appreciated. I hope the rest of your trip went well. Thank you again for booking with us. Best wishesChris
Fantastic experience: Beautiful, an exciting show and I would love for one of my nieces to attend, thank you.
Fantastic experience: Wonderful afternoon spent learning about the history of Cambridge with the enigmatic and extremely knowledgeable Tony. I will never forget the date 1209 and the number 31, great tour, Thankyou Jonathan and Anna
Hi Jonathan and Anna, Many thanks for your review. I'm so glad you enjoyed your tour. Come back in a year's time and we will re-test you on your knowledge! Thanks again for booking with us. Best wishes, Chris Skilton. Cambridge Tour Guides
Fantastic experience: We had a great tour with Tony through central Cambridge. He was very knowledgable, personable, and energetic, and the 90 min flew by. We (visiting Americans) were with two 20+ year residents of Cambridge, and they were no match for Tony's exhaustive knowledge. Alas, we are not the kind of Americans who can buy ourselves a Corpus Christi Clock, but we did enjoy the story!
HI! Many thanks for taking the time to post a review. We really do appreciate it. I hope the rest of your time in Cambridge went well. Thank you so much for booking with us. Best wishes, Chris Skilton. 07940 999 364
Fantastic experience: Great place love it!
Fantastic experience: I enjoyed the sunny day
Fantastic experience: Informative and fun, better than wandering around the city aimlessly.
Fantastic experience: Very knowledgeable, very interesting
Hi Jon, Many thanks for posting a review. I'm so glad you enjoyed our tour. I hope the rest of the day went well. Thanks again for booking with us. Best wishes, Chris Skilton.
Fantastic experience: We greatly enjoyed our Guided Public Tour of Cambridge. Our guide was accessible, engaging, and very knowledgeable. The tour provided a really interesting and rich overview of Cambridge's history and culture. We absolutely will recommend to all our friends and family traveling to Cambridge. Very high quality and well-designed tour.
Hi Sarah, Many thanks for going to the trouble of posting a review. We really appreciate it. I am so glad you enjoyed your tour. I hope the rest of your time in Cambridge went well. Thank you again for booking with us. Best wishes, Chris Skilton.
Fantastic experience: Super! Made a tour with the great Tony Rodgers. Fun, interesting, top, go for it, no doubts!
Fantastic experience: Ian was a very knowledgeable guide which made for a very entertaining tour!
Fantastic experience: Jonny was brilliant! Very informative, super many little stories in between and always with a wink. The 90 minutes were over far too quickly. Thank you!
Hi Heike, Many thanks for posting a review. We really do appreciate it. I am so glad you enjoyed Jonny's tour. He really is a great guide and very popular with our clients. I hope the rest of your time in Cambridge went well. Many thanks again for booking with us. Best wishes, Chris Skilton. Cambridge Tour Guides.
Fantastic experience: Becky did an amazing job. I learned so much about the university and its notable alumni, and it was fun imagining yourself as a student there! Would highly recommend!
Fantastic experience: Was an absolute pleasure to walk the streets with Ian. Learned a lot and Ian was always read to elaborate on our questions and give an even deeper understanding of the story behind it all.
Hi Jesper, Many thanks for finding the time to post a review. I will make sure Ian sees your kind words. We really appreciate your feedback. Thank you once again for booking with us. Best wishes,Chris
Fantastic experience: Tony's knowledge and anecdotes around Cambridge were impressive. Also enjoyed his British sense of humour. Thank you!
Fantastic experience: Chris Skilton provided us with a top memory of our trip to the UK in late 2022. His knowledge of Cambridge is deep and he communicated it beautifully to us. He understood we were in search of history, art and architecture but also wished to visit a couple of pubs for authentic fun. He provided great insights in our one day adventure, and he is a pleasure to be with.
Hi Helen, many thanks indeed. It was a real pleasure to meet you both. Please do look me up if you are in Cambridge again. Thank you once again for booking with us. Best wishes and Happy New Year! Chris Skilton
Fantastic experience: We had Tony who took us on a ghost tour this time. This was our second tour with him and he was as excellent as he was the previous time on a different topic. He was a font of knowledge, enthusiasm and banter. He took a bit of time at the start to inquire about our interests and they relayed some fascinating stories as we walked around the center of Cambridge. The hour and a bit passed like a flash. Ghost tour is highly recommended. An hour very well spent!
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