Castle Travel Guide
Cambridge
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
University of Cambridge
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Cambridge during your travels in Cambridge. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Cambridge Corn Exchange
Legendary performers, such as Syd Barrett and David Bowie, have performed at this historic venue.
Top hotels in Castle
Hyatt Centric Cambridge
Good hotel, room was lovely and bed very comfy. A good 30 min walking distance from City centre but we enjoyed the walk. Overall happy
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Turing Locke Cambridge
Parking is 20 pounds per day. A bit pricy I think
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Clayton Hotel Cambridge
Excellent service for check-in and breakfast. Supremely comfortable Executive room and bed/sleep. Awful morning coffee (Machine) with one machine broken the other gave up for a while. Please go back to serving pots of coffee to the table please. Spoils what is my go to hotel in Cambridge.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa
Great hotel & won’t hesitate to recommend to others.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Graduate by Hilton Cambridge
Staff members were excellent, helpful and attentive.
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton
Very attentive front desk staff that ensured our stay was comfortable and had arranged our taxi back to the train station. I also appreciated the laundry facilities that were free of charge!
Reviewed on 16 Oct 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, The River Cam and Bridge of Sighs are some notable places to visit nearby.
