Can you walk the backs in Cambridge?

However, one does not simply walk along the backs. The land is privately owned by each of the colleges and there is no tow-path along the route of the river. The closest you can get, on foot at least, is by walking along the Queens' road.



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Some of the backs are only accessible if you are a student attending the college or have paid for a visitors pass but there are paths to follow which take you around the backs and back into the city centre.

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So what is the best way to see the backs I hear you ask? Well, unless you happen to be a member of one of the colleges, Cambridge University, with free access to the colleges, or you can fly, then really, your best option is by punting along the river.

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Easy to Get Around Unlike most American cities, Cambridge is built for pedestrians, not for cars. Walk Score gives the city top marks for its centralized, mixed-use neighborhoods and large public squares.

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A day out at the colleges can be an affordable way to get to know the city as although some charge a small fee, most allow visitors to enter for free. The Colleges offer limited hours during exams and are sometimes closed for a concert or other event, so make sure you check the website before you head for a tour.

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Yes, you can walk along the river in Cambridge.

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There are scenic walking routes in all directions in Cambridge – whether you want to see historic architecture or beautiful countryside. Here are some of our favourites!

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Top Places for Walks in Cambridge
  • Ramblers Routes – Colleges and the Backs in Cambridge. Walking time: 2 hours. Length: 3.1 miles. ...
  • Cambridge City Trail – iFootpath. Walking time: 2 – 3 hours. Length: 4 miles. ...
  • Cambridge City Centre Sculpture Trails – Walking in Cambridgeshire. Walking time: 4 hours.


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