Overlooking the market place, this architectural marvel was built in 1478 with much of its construction and décor in the Tudor-style; Henry VII himself donated more than one hundred oak trees to build its roof.

Two-hour walking tours by knowledgeable guides (who are awarded a "Blue Badge" for their expertise,) which give visitors an excellent introduction to Cambridge's history and culture.

Opened in 1873 by two leaders of the feminist movement, Emily Davies and Barbara Bodichon, to establish a women's college in Cambridge.

Museum houses vast collections of antiquities from ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome, including exhibits of English and European pottery and glass, furniture, clocks, Chinese jades, and ceramics from Japan and Korea.

This imposing English Gothic structure was built between 1446 and 1515, and is the site where many great scholars were educated.

One of the colleges of Cambridge University that was built on the site of a 12th-century nunnery, and which today features spacious grounds and a pretty 16th-century cloister court.

Founded in 1209, nearly a century after Oxford University was established, the university was formally incorporated in 1571 and was patterned after those of Oxford and Paris with a traditional course of study based on Latin grammar, rhetoric and logic, arithmetic, geometry, music and astronomy.

Guided river tours of the College Backs by chauffeured punt. Punting & Walking Ghost Tours every Saturday evening, with additional tours at Halloween and Christmas. Self-hire punts available for the College Backs and self-hire Canadian canoes, kayaks, punts and rowboats available for the direction of Grantchester. Craft are available from two punt stations: Mill Lane (College Backs & Grantchester hire) and Magdalene Bridge (College Backs hire only).

Originally founded in 1869 as a school for those who couldn't afford full college enrollment, Fitzwilliam became a full college in Cambridge in 1966 and boasts such famous alumni as Norman Lamont and Derek Pringle.

Founded in 1473 by the provost of neighboring King’s College, this college’s original buildings were demolished during the 17th century and a classical redbrick court was later built.

Museum to commemorate and record the life and work of Octavia Hill, her family and those who continue her work.

Founded in 1546 by Henry VIII, this college boasts the famous apple tree that prompted Isaac Newton to develop his theory of gravity.

St John's College is well worth a visit, it's one of the most interesting in Cambridge. Visit Shortcutguides.co.uk for more information about the colleges and other sites in Cambridge.

Scenic area that features a huge collection of plants in beautifully landscaped and tranquil gardens and houses.

Landscaped open areas and gardens weaving behind many colleges on the River Cam, which are known for their daffodils and crocuses in the spring, and stunning views of the colleges across the river at any time of year.

Dating from the mid-15th century and one of the finest examples of medieval architect, this college’s main draw is its chapel that houses Rubens’ Adoration of the Magi.