The Backs Tours

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.

This outdoor recreational space is often on the itineraries of travelers to Cambridge. But The Backs isn't the only highlight in the area. King's College, Jesus College, and Trinity College are some other interesting sights close by.

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Holiday Inn Express Cambridge West Cambourne by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Cambridge West Cambourne by IHG

3 out of 5
Price was $1,015, price is now $937 per person
$937
per person
Sep 2 - Sep 8
found 13 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (NYC) to Cambridge (CBG)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (707 reviews)

ibis Cambridge Central Station

ibis Cambridge Central Station

3 out of 5
Petersfield
Price was $1,120, price is now $1,015 per person
$1,015
per person
Sep 2 - Sep 8
found 13 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (NYC) to Cambridge (CBG)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,016 reviews)
This particular Ibis was great and I would 100% stay there again. Each of the front desk staff were friendly and helpful. The room itself was pretty basic but also more than enough and had everything you would expect/need. I appreciated that the room has decent floor space. Heads up that there is a step to enter the bathroom.

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2026

The Hole In The Wall

The Hole In The Wall

4 out of 5
Price was $1,077, price is now $993 per person
$993
per person
Oct 11 - Oct 14
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Los Angeles (QLA) to Cambridge (CBG)
7.8/10 Good! (26 reviews)
A very enjoyable 2 night stay. Pleasant locaton, very helpful and polite staff and very enjoyable food. Only comment is that the roomwas really too small to have a king sized bed. Recomended.

Reviewed on Jun 6, 2026

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Tours & day trips

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Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge

Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge

Activity duration is 45 minutes
9.8 out of 10 with 340 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $40 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 $404 per traveler*
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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 $87 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 37 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $20 per youth
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Holiday & seasonal tours

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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 37 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $20 per youth
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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
Clayton Hotel Cambridge

Clayton Hotel Cambridge

4 out of 5
Station Rd Cambridge England
Clayton Hotel Cambridge
University Arms, Autograph Collection

University Arms, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
Regent Street Cambridge England
University Arms, Autograph Collection
Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

4 out of 5
Mill Lane, Granta Place Cambridge England
Graduate by Hilton Cambridge
ibis Cambridge Central Station

ibis Cambridge Central Station

3 out of 5
2 Station Square Cambridge England
ibis Cambridge Central Station
Christs College Cambridge

Christs College Cambridge

3 out of 5
St Andrew's Street Cambridge England
Christs College 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
The Gonville Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals

The Gonville Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals

4 out of 5
Gonville Place Cambridge England
The Gonville Hotel, a member of Radisson Individuals
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