About this Event
A different way to explore Cambridge
You’re looking for a fun way to see the sights as well as the lesser known spots.
You love exploring and learning about the place, but big tour groups aren’t your thing.
Introducing... Treasure Hunt Cambridge
Have fun seeing Cambridge in a totally different way
Solve satisfying clues and follow beautiful maps sent to your phones.
Spot things other people take for granted!
You’ll learn interesting facts and stories.
Treasure Hunt Cambridge will take you on a beautiful tour, and send you to fab places, all at your own pace.
Because it’s all on your phones, it’s super flexible and there’s nothing to print.
You'll have a laugh solving the clues and following the maps.
Along the way you’ll learn a few interesting facts and stories to keep you entertained.
Something in a shop window catch your eye? No problem. Take it at your own pace.
By the end of it all, you’ll have a great overview of Cambridge and what you’d like to explore next.
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It works like WhatsApp, so it’s easy to use
You don’t need to download or print anything and it doesn’t need any permissions.
Plus, you get to start when you want.
1. Follow maps
Bess sends you a series of treasure maps, leading you around the city.
“The clues and maps are a lot of fun. This is a great way to see the city!”
2. Search for answers
Bess sends you a series of clues and you have to search the city for answers.
“Good banter from Captain Bess who sends you the clues!”
3. Learn some facts
Along the way, Bess will tell you a few interesting facts and stories about the things you’re spotting!”
“We learnt new things and actually appreciated the beautiful scenery as we went around the city.”
4. Play together
Captain Bess will invite you and your friends to join the hunt!
“We had such a laugh and a great day out!”
You’ll see the very best of Cambridge
King's College Chapel the iconic gothic chapel and oldest surviving building within the College.
Senate House where graduation has been held for the past 300 years.
Great St Mary's Church this beautiful church dates back to 1205 and from the top of it's tower offers fantastic panormic views.
Market Square stalls have been trading at this historic market square since the middle ages!
The Corpus Clock a mesmerising and intriguing sculpture of a grasshopper eating away at time.
Trinity, Catharine's and Queens College just three of the many prestigious colleges of the University of Cambridge you'll discover on this tour.
Mathematical Bridge one of the most recognisable and interesting structures on the Cam, this timber footbridge has a rich history.
The Backs a peaceful and picturesque stretch where several of the colleges back on to the River Cam.
The Round Church At 900 years old, this church predates Newton and Darwin, the Colleges and the University!
Ready for a different way to discover Cambridge?
- Just £9.99 per person
- Lasts around 1½–2½ hours, excluding breaks
- There's a toilet & drink stop about half-way around
What if the weather’s bad?
If it's patchy rain, you can stop somewhere on the route: the game’s flexible.
If it's really bad on one day, you can either switch which day you play, or even start one day and finish the next.
If it's a total wash-out and you can't get round, we’ll give your money back, even if you've started the game.
Will it be too difficult?
Don’t worry, if you get stuck you can ask for a hint and Bess will get you on your way!
We make sure no-one ever gets completely stuck.
Is it too physical?
It’s 2½ miles walking but you can take as many breaks as you like.
Fun or your money back!
We’re so confident you’ll have fun, we promise to give your money back if you don’t!
All we ask is for a quick phone call to understand why.
Have questions? Get in touch.
Ready for a different way to discover Cambridge? Check availability
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Great St Mary's Church, Senate House Hill, Cambridge, United Kingdom
GBP 23.99
