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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Wilde Cambridge City Centre
Cambridge City Centre
per person
Sep 21 - Sep 27
found 23 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to Cambridge (CBG)
No reviews
This is a brand new hotel just to the north of the Centre of Cambridge. The rooms and facilities are in excellent condition. The lobby has comfortable chairs and tables and a very nice outside sitting area. The breakfast was very nice and service was excellent. We stayed only after it had been open for 10 days but the service was excellent. I can highly recommend it.
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Quy Mill Hotel & Spa
per person
Sep 21 - Sep 27
found 23 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to Cambridge (CBG)
8/10 Very Good! (657 reviews)
Overall, for us this is a good hotel to stay when visiting Cambridge. We haven't had occasion to use the full facilities on recent visits. But are going to make it a priority on a future stay. Rooms are good, air-conditioning works, bathroom good standard. Basin plug needs checking on this stay, water kept draining away. Minor issue.. Will be back soon
Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025
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Cambridge: Alumni-led Tour & Punt w/ King's College Option
Activity duration is 2 hours and 45 minutes
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London Private Tour with Exclusive Car and Options
Activity duration is 1 day
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Cambridge: Alumni-led Tour & Punt w/ King's College Option
Activity duration is 2 hours and 45 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 5 reviews
Free cancellation available
Popular places to visit

Mathematical Bridge
Walk across this 18th-century wooden footbridge that spans the River Cam and connects the two halves of Queens’ College.

Queen's College
Spend some time in the grounds of this 15th-century college, a beautiful campus on the River Cam where monarchs and global statesmen received their education.

St Catharine's College
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit St Catharine's College, during your travels in Cambridge. Wander the picturesque gardens and riverfront in the area.

King's College
Explore the campus of one of Cambridge University’s great colleges and visit its medieval chapel, a superb example of late Gothic architecture.

Pembroke College
See the early work of architect Sir Christopher Wren when you tour the grounds and chapel of this 14th-century college.

King's College Chapel
This prominent university chapel contains the largest fan vault in the world as well as exquisite medieval stained glass.
Best Lodging Options Near The Backs
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Clayton Hotel Cambridge
Station Rd, Cambridge, England

Graduate by Hilton Cambridge
Mill Lane, Granta Place, Cambridge, England

Hilton Cambridge City Centre
20 Downing Street, Cambridge, England

Gonville Hotel
Gonville Place, Cambridge, England

Hotel du Vin & Bistro Cambridge
15-19 Trumpington Street, Cambridge, England

Hyatt Centric Cambridge
37 Eddington Avenue, Cambridge, England

University Arms, Autograph Collection
Regent Street, Cambridge, England

The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton
33 Milton Road, Cambridge, England

ibis Cambridge Central Station
2 Station Square, Cambridge, England
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