Church, mosque or temple
King's College Chapel
Cambridge, United Kingdom
A Gothic chapel with a spectacular fan-vaulted ceiling and a famous choir.
River or canal · United Kingdom · England
The Backs and Punting on the Cam
Riverside lawns behind the colleges, best seen from a punt.
about 60 min
For storytellers
Why The Backs and Punting on the Cam matters
The Backs are the lawns and gardens that run along the river behind the colleges, and the best way to see them is from a punt. Glide under stone bridges, past willows and ornate college buildings, while a guide tells stories. You can hire a boat yourself, or take a chauffeured trip.
Talking points
- Punts are flat-bottomed boats.
- Several college bridges span the river.
- Chauffeured tours are easy.
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