The Backs Tours and Activities

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.

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The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton

The Fellows House Cambridge, Curio Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
Chesterton
Price was CA $1,520, price is now CA $1,464 per person
CA $1,464
per person
Sep 24 - Sep 28
found 12 hours ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Toronto (YTO) to Cambridge (CBG)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (514 reviews)
Everything was good

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2026

Hyatt Centric Cambridge

Hyatt Centric Cambridge

4 out of 5
Castle
Price was CA $6,245, price is now CA $6,104 per person
CA $6,104
per person
Sep 3 - Sep 9
found 6 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Toronto (YYZ) to Cambridge (CBG)
9/10 Wonderful! (706 reviews)
Good experience

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2026

Crown & Punchbowl

Crown & Punchbowl

4 out of 5
Price was CA $6,305, price is now CA $6,180 per person
CA $6,180
per person
Sep 3 - Sep 9
found 6 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Toronto (YYZ) to Cambridge (CBG)
9.6/10 Exceptional! (164 reviews)
Lovely place to stay and very polite and helpful

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2026

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 338 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $41 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 CA $565 per traveller*
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Adventure & outdoor

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Cambridge: Grantchester Bike Tour

Cambridge: Grantchester Bike Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $62 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 36 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $28 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 36 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $28 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
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
Hyatt Centric Cambridge

Hyatt Centric Cambridge

4 out of 5
37 Eddington Avenue Cambridge England
Hyatt Centric 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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