Barnwell
Cambridge
Popular places to visit
University of Cambridge
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Cambridge during your travels in Cambridge. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Imperial War Museum Duxford
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Imperial War Museum Duxford during your travels in Duxford. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.
Cambridge Corn Exchange
Legendary performers, such as Syd Barrett and David Bowie, have performed at this historic venue.
King's College
Explore the campus of one of Cambridge University’s great colleges and visit its medieval chapel, a superb example of late Gothic architecture.
Trinity College
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Trinity College during your travels in Cambridge. Wander around the area's picturesque gardens or experience its fascinating museums.
River Cam
Go punting, kayaking, sailing and swimming in this clean river that winds its way through one of the world’s most iconic universities.
Things to do
Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge
Cambridge University & Kings College Walking Tour By AlumniTM
City Sightseeing Cambridge Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Cambridge After Dark: University Ghost Tour By AlumniTM
Top hotels in Barnwell
Premier Inn Cambridge East - Newmarket Road
"Good location and easy to get to. Close to grocery stores. Parking is limited so be prepared for that."
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
ibis Cambridge Central Station
"The room is clean. The location is great which is close to train station and major activities. Thank you!"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Hyatt Centric Cambridge
"Nice coffee bar and pastries"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Wilde Cambridge City Centre
"Booked this for my daughter visiting her brother at nearby Jesus College. She loved the room and the location was perfect!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Express Cambridge by IHG
"Perfect location, this stay fulfilled all our needs x"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa
"Breakfast was awesome Surprised that as a spa hotel there was no complimentary body lotion After a sweltering first night we got a fan which made a great difference It was a shame we didn’t get to use the gym and pool but hotel was ideally placed for the visits we needed to make. Good value, particularly ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Barnwell
Romsey
If you're spending some time in Romsey, Mill Road and The Centre for Computing History are top sights worth seeing.
Petersfield
While visiting Petersfield, you might make a stop by sights like Mill Road and Fenner's.
Chesterton
While Chesterton may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bridge of Sighs and Cambridge Market Square.
Coleridge
When in Coleridge, you can plan a visit to Cambridge Junction and Mill Road, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Cherry Hinton
You'll appreciate the bars during your time in Cherry Hinton and you might want to plan a stop by Mill Road and Cambridge University Botanic Garden while you're in the area.
Cambridge City Centre
Unique features of Cambridge City Centre include the gardens and river views. Make a stop by Cambridge Market Square or Cambridge Corn Exchange while you're exploring the area.
