Curious Cambridge by Terrible Tours

Terrible Tours of Cambridge

Available to 27 April 2025

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If you're looking for things to do in Cambridge with your family, Terrible Tours has just the trip for you... 

The rich history of the 'Cam-bridge' stretches over a thousand years before the University came into existence. With Terrible Tours' Curious Cambridge, you'll travel back in time, starting with the rankest of Romans before hearing of the scary Saxons, vile Vikings and nasty Normans. 

On this tour you will visit the following locations:

  • Castle Hill - The place Cambridge started - Romans, Viking and Normans all conquered the last bridge before the sea.
  • Magdalene College and Bridge - An ancient crossoads and the heart of what was once the port of Cambridge.
  • St John's Street - The Round Church and the seeds of the University.
  • Trinity - The richest college in either Oxford or Cambridge, home to Newton and one of Cambridge's longest pranks.
  • Trinity Lane - its come a long way since being known as 'p*sspot lane' - don't worry, no umbrellas required!
  • Caius College - Home of the 'Nightclimbers' most famous exploits, with a strange instruction from its founder
  • Market Square - Home of the most famous bell chimes in the world (really), one of England's oldest markets, and some epic Town v Gown Cambridge punch ups!
  • Benet Street - See the oldest building in Cambridgeshire, and the laboratory where someone really did discover 'the secret of life' as well as the pub they announced it in over a pint, and finally the Corpus Clock

Enjoy a Cambridge day out like never before in a delightfully disgusting tour for families today! Seeking something more spooky? Take a look at the Creepy Cambridge Tour

What is Terrible Tours?

Terrible Tours takes all the aspects of a traditional history tour of Cambridge and throws it all out the window!

Instead, you're left with entertaining tour guides who are smart as they are eccentric, walks to only the very best places to visit in Cambridge with lots of nasty stories, from frightfully funny to downright disgusting, this tour covers everything to keep your kids entertained and laughing to the very end! 

Jesus Green Lock House Chesterton Road,
Cambridgeshire CB4 3BD
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How to find us

The meeting point for this tour is near the kiosk at Jesus Green Lock (CB3 0AG). If you're having some trouble finding the right place, look out for the Terrible Tours guide (or guides) that can be found holding a flag. 

People also ask: 

How long is Terrible Tours' Curious Cambridge tour?

  • The tour lasts for one hour and 30 minutes. 

Where do we meet for Terrible Tours' Curious Cambridge tour?

  • The meeting point for this tour is near the kiosk at Jesus Green Lock (CB3 0AG). If you're having some trouble finding the right place, look out for the Terrible Tours guide (or guides) that can be found holding a flag. 

Where will I stop on Terrible Tours' Curious Cambridge tour?

  • On this tour, you will visit Castle Hill, Magdalene College and Bridge, St John's Street, Trinity, Trinity Lane, Caius College, Market Square, Benet Street

Is Terrible Tours' Curious Cambridge tour wheelchair accessible?

  • Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible. 

Is Terrible Tours' Curious Cambridge tour pram and stroller accessible?

  • Yes, the tour is fully accessible for prams and strollers. 

Can I bring my dog on Terrible Tours' Curious Cambridge tour?

  • Well-behaved dogs and pets are permitted on Terrible Tours walks. 

What do I need to bring for Terrible Tours' Curious Cambridge tour?

  • Dress for the expected weather - these tours go rain or shine - with comfy shoes, and layers or sunhats/sunblock, and water.

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