1 hour • Ages 8+
Discover the eerie side of Cambridge on this alumni-led ghost tour, uncovering chilling tales from the city’s haunted university grounds. A one-hour walk through historic streets reveals restless spirits and fascinating legends.
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Difficulty
moderate
Duration
1 hour
Fitness Level
Participants should be able to walk briskly for about an hour on uneven surfaces without extended breaks.
Wildlife
History
Cambridge University, founded in 1209, is not only a center for learning but also a site of historic hauntings connected to turbulent past events like the English Civil War.
Conservation
The tour emphasizes preserving the historic city environment by keeping groups small and conducting the walk respectfully without entering protected areas.
Alumni Tours
1 hour • Ages 8+
Alumni Tours is a guided-tour provider based in Oxford, England, offering curated walking and punting experiences across Oxford and Cambridge. The company specialises in tours led by current students and university alumni, delivering firsthand insights into college life, architecture, literature and local traditions. Tours include private and shared options, family-friendly punt trips, extended punting, ghost walks, and themed walks such as Harry Potter film location tours.
Guides draw on lived experience at their universities to highlight iconic sites — from King’s College, the Mathematical Bridge and the Corpus Clock in Cambridge to Christ Church Meadows, the Botanic Gardens and the Narnia lamp-post in Oxford. Several experiences include on-board or on-route photography options and the private punting tour accommodates up to twelve guests for family celebrations or small groups. Multilingual options are offered for Spanish and Mandarin speakers on select shared and private tours.
Alumni Tours is featured on The Adventure Collective, where its experiences are presented to travellers seeking authentic, student-led perspectives. Booking options are clearly listed for private or shared departures, and many itineraries can be customised to focus on architecture, literary history, university life or cinematic connections. The provider operates from Oxford and runs tours across both university cities, emphasising knowledgeable local guides and immersive storytelling for visitors of all ages.
Tours Offered
29 experiences
Variety of Oxford and Cambridge tours
Base Location
Oxford, England
Operating from Oxford across both cities
Guides
Student & alumni
Local university-led storytelling
Languages
English, Spanish, Mandarin
Multilingual shared and private tours
Choose Oxford or Cambridge tours led by student guides, select private or shared departures, and secure photography or multilingual options when available.
Dress in layers for variable spring weather
Spring in Cambridge can be cool and windy, so wear layers to stay comfortable during the outdoor walking tour.
Wear sturdy walking shoes
The tour covers cobbled streets and uneven pavement—comfortable, supportive shoes help maintain footing throughout the hour.
Bring a small flashlight for twilight tours
If you take the tour during dusk, a small flashlight can enhance safety on darker streets without disturbing the atmosphere.
Arrive early to the meeting point at King’s College
Punctuality is important as the tour moves at a moderate pace with limited stops, ensuring you don’t miss any part of the experience.
Comfortable walking shoes
Essential for navigating Cambridge’s historic cobblestone streets securely.
Layered clothing
Versatile clothing helps adjust to spring’s variable temperatures during the outdoor tour.
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Compact umbrella
Useful in case of unexpected light showers common in spring.
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Small flashlight
Helpful during twilight or evening tours to safely navigate dimly lit areas.
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