About this experience
This hop-on hop-off bus tour around Cambridge provides you with a convenient and flexible way to explore famous landmarks and attractions, including Silver Street, Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, and All Saints' Church. The tour covers multiple stops, allowing you to explore the university town at your own pace. With audio guides available in multiple languages, you can learn about its rich history and culture as you travel.
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What to expect
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Stop 1 – Silver Street
The main departure point, steps from the Mathematical Bridge and Queens' College.
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Stop 2 – Downing Street
Alight here for Downing College and the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology.
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Stop 3 – Chesterton Lane
A residential stop giving access to the riverside paths north of the city centre.
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Stop 4 – Bridge Street
Close to the Round Church (Church of the Holy Sepulchre) and Magdalene Bridge.
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Stop 5 – Trinity Street (Sundays only)
Sunday stop for Trinity College, one of Cambridge's grandest and most visited colleges.
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Stop 6 – Market Street (Sundays only)
Sunday access to the historic Market Square and the surrounding shopping streets.
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Stop 7 – Jesus Lane
Gateway to Jesus College and the open green spaces of Jesus Green.
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Stop 8 – Drummer Street
Central transport hub, useful for connecting onward journeys or a city-centre break.
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Stop 9 – Parkside
Convenient for Parker's Piece, the large common linked to the origins of Association Football.
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Stop 10 – Hills Road
A southern residential stop en route towards the station and Trumpington.
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Stop 11 – Railway Station
Ideal pick-up or drop-off point if you are arriving or departing Cambridge by train.
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Stop 12 – Trumpington Road
Passes through the leafy southern approach to the city.
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Stop 13 – The Fitzwilliam Museum
Alight for one of Britain's finest free museums, housing art and antiquities spanning four millennia.
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Stop 14 – Silver Street (return)
Back to the heart of the city, close to the Backs and the college boathouses.
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Stop 15 – Queen's Road
Runs alongside The Backs, offering views across the college gardens to the River Cam.
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Stop 16 – Cambridge American Cemetery and Memorial
A moving memorial site honouring American servicemen and women who died in the Second World War.
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Stop 17 – Madingley Road
Western approach road passing the University's west campus.
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Stop 18 – Grange Road
Quiet western residential stop before the loop returns towards the city centre.
Hop on and off at any stop along the route.
Meeting point
Silver Street, Cambridge, UK
You can board at Silver Street (Stop 1) or join the route at any designated stop along the way. Show your mobile ticket to the driver when boarding — no need to print anything.
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- Your mobile ticket (screenshot or live screen both accepted)
- A layer for the open top deck — Cambridge weather can be brisk
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Frequently asked questions
Where do I board the bus?
The main stop is Silver Street in the city centre, but you can join the tour at any of the 18 designated stops along the route — whichever is most convenient for where you are staying.
Do I need to print my ticket?
No. A mobile ticket is accepted, so simply show your confirmation screen to the driver when you board.
How long does one full loop of the route take?
Departure times and frequency can vary by day and season. Check the City Sightseeing official website for current timetables and operating hours before your visit.
Are there any days the tour does not run?
Yes — City Sightseeing Cambridge will not operate on Sunday 9 March due to the Cambridge Half Marathon. Always check for any additional closures on the operator's website.
Are stops 5 and 6 (Trinity Street and Market Street) always available?
These two stops operate on Sundays only. On weekdays the bus skips directly from Stop 4 (Bridge Street) to Stop 7 (Jesus Lane).
My child is under 5 — do I need to buy them a ticket?
Children under 5 travel free of charge, though they are not entitled to their own seat and will need to sit on a parent or guardian's lap.
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