The Backs

A canal with boats, historic buildings, and a castle in the background.
A historic courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by classical architecture and a large lawn.
A river with boats, a bridge, and trees.
A narrow canal with a wooden boat in the foreground, a stone bridge in the background, and historic buildings on either side.
A historic street with Gothic architecture, including a large church with a pointed arch window and a tower with spires.

Tours & day trips

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Dive into History: Cambridge & Medieval England from London

Dive into History: Cambridge & Medieval England from London

Activity duration is 9 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is €115 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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London Private Tour with Exclusive Car and Options

London Private Tour with Exclusive Car and Options

Activity duration is 1 day
Free cancellation available
Price is €351 per traveller*
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Water activities

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Cambridge: Shared Punting Tour with Guide

Cambridge: Shared Punting Tour with Guide

Activity duration is 50 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 138 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €33 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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Oxford Bike & Walking Tour: 3 hrs of City, Colleges & Canal.

Oxford Bike & Walking Tour: 3 hrs of City, Colleges & Canal.

Activity duration is 3 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €76 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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The Most Entertaining Tour of Cambridge - By an Ex-Student!

The Most Entertaining Tour of Cambridge - By an Ex-Student!

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 38 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €23 per adult*
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The Backs

After visiting The Backs, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cambridge. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
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Wilde Cambridge City Centre

Wilde Cambridge City Centre

4 out of 5
Round Church Street Cambridge England
Wilde Cambridge City Centre
Hilton Cambridge City Centre

Hilton Cambridge City Centre

4 out of 5
20 Downing Street Cambridge England
Hilton Cambridge City Centre
Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Granta Place Cambridge England
Graduate by Hilton Cambridge
Christs College Cambridge

Christs College Cambridge

3 out of 5
St Andrew's Street Cambridge England
Christs College Cambridge
ibis Cambridge Central Station

ibis Cambridge Central Station

3 out of 5
2 Station Square Cambridge England
ibis Cambridge Central Station
University Arms, Autograph Collection

University Arms, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
Regent Street Cambridge England
University Arms, Autograph Collection
Clayton Hotel Cambridge

Clayton Hotel Cambridge

4 out of 5
Station Rd Cambridge England
Clayton Hotel Cambridge
Hyatt Centric Cambridge

Hyatt Centric Cambridge

4 out of 5
37 Eddington Avenue Cambridge England
Hyatt Centric Cambridge
Premier Inn Cambridge City Centre - Corn Exchange/Lion Yard

Premier Inn Cambridge City Centre - Corn Exchange/Lion Yard

3 out of 5
Guild Hall Street Cambridge England
Premier Inn Cambridge City Centre - Corn Exchange/Lion Yard
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