Explore Cambridge
Discover Cambridge with The Fellows House and We Are Cambridge
Award-winning punting and walking tours, led by local experts, Cambridge graduates and current university students.
Cambridge is one of the world’s most famous university cities, welcoming millions of visitors each year with its historic colleges, stunning architecture, picturesque riverside scenery, and centuries of academic excellence. Whether you are visiting for a romantic getaway, a family holiday, a graduation celebration, or a weekend city break, Cambridge offers an unforgettable blend of history, culture, and discovery.
Guests staying at The Fellows House Cambridge are perfectly positioned to explore everything the city has to offer. Combining premium accommodation with easy access to Cambridge’s most famous attractions, The Fellows House provides an ideal base for discovering both the well-known landmarks and hidden gems that make Cambridge so special.
For visitors looking to gain a deeper understanding of the city, We Are Cambridge offers award-winning guided experiences led by local experts, Cambridge graduates, and current university students.
Experience the Iconic River Cam
No visit to Cambridge would be complete without experiencing a Cambridge punting tour. Punting has been a Cambridge tradition for over a century and remains one of the most popular things to do in Cambridge. As you glide along the River Cam, you’ll enjoy spectacular views of King’s College Chapel, Trinity College, St John’s College, Clare College, Magdalene College, the Mathematical Bridge, and the famous Bridge of Sighs.
The world-famous College Backs offer some of the most beautiful scenery in the city and can only be fully appreciated from the water. A chauffeured punting tour in Cambridge allows visitors to relax while knowledgeable guides share fascinating stories about university traditions, famous alumni, and scientific discoveries. Many visitors consider a River Cam punting experience to be the highlight of their trip.
Discover the Stories Behind Cambridge University
Beyond the river lies one of the world’s most fascinating academic cities. A Cambridge walking tour takes visitors through historic streets, hidden courtyards, ancient colleges, and iconic landmarks while uncovering stories that have shaped the university for over 800 years.
Visitors can learn about famous graduates including Sir Isaac Newton, Charles Darwin, Stephen Hawking, Alan Turing, and countless Nobel Prize winners. These Cambridge University tours provide unique insight into student life, admissions, traditions, formal halls, and college rivalries. For guests staying at The Fellows House, a student-led Cambridge tour offers an authentic perspective that simply cannot be found in guidebooks.
The Best Way to Experience Cambridge
For visitors wanting to maximise their time in the city, the most popular choice is a Cambridge punting and walking tour. Combining a guided walking tour with a chauffeured punting experience, visitors enjoy a complete introduction to Cambridge’s history, architecture, colleges, and riverside landmarks.
The Cambridge walking and punting experience allows guests to discover both the city centre and the famous College Backs in a single memorable experience. Many first-time visitors consider this combined Cambridge tour package the most comprehensive way to explore the city.
Explore Cambridge’s Museums and Cultural Attractions
Cambridge is also home to some of Britain’s finest museums and collections. Visitors staying at The Fellows House often combine guided tours with visits to The Museum of Cambridge, Fitzwilliam Museum, the Museum of Zoology, Kettle’s Yard, the Polar Museum, and the Botanic Garden.
Joining a Cambridge city tour before visiting these attractions provides valuable context and helps visitors better understand the history and culture behind the exhibits.
Why Visitors Choose We Are Cambridge
Over the years, We Are Cambridge has established itself as one of the city’s highest-rated tour operators. The company maintains a perfect 5-star Google rating from more than 1,300 guest reviews and has welcomed visitors from across the globe.
Unlike many traditional sightseeing companies, award-winning Cambridge tours are delivered by a combination of Cambridge University students, graduates, Blue Badge Guides, and Green Badge Guides. This unique approach allows visitors to experience the city through the eyes of people who have genuinely studied, lived, and worked within Cambridge itself.
Student-Led Tours That Bring Cambridge to Life
Many visitors specifically choose Cambridge student-led tours because they offer first-hand insight into university life. Current students share stories about admissions, supervisions, college traditions, May Balls, student societies, and daily life at Cambridge University.
These experiences help visitors understand not only the history of Cambridge but also the vibrant community that continues to shape the city today. For prospective students and families, Cambridge University student tours can be particularly valuable when exploring future study opportunities.
Discover Cambridge in Multiple Languages
As one of the pioneers of Mandarin and Cantonese tourism in Cambridge, Chinese-language Cambridge tours remain an important part of We Are Cambridge’s offering.
Alongside English-language experiences, visitors can enjoy guided tours in Mandarin and Cantonese, making Cambridge more accessible to international visitors from around the world.
Create the Perfect Cambridge Itinerary
Whether you choose a Cambridge punting experience, a Cambridge University walking tour, or a combined punting and walking tour in Cambridge, there are countless ways to discover the city’s remarkable history and culture. For guests staying at The Fellows House Cambridge, combining exceptional accommodation with an award-winning Cambridge tour creates the perfect city break.
Together, The Fellows House Cambridge and We Are Cambridge help visitors experience Cambridge through its colleges, traditions, river heritage, museums, architecture, and fascinating stories, creating memories that last long after their visit has ended.
