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 cosy cafes.
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.
Jesus College
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Jesus 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 Guided Walking Tour
Dive into History: Cambridge & Medieval England from London
Top hotels in Barnwell
Autumn House
Very clean room good amenities
Reviewed on 25 Jan, 2026
Premier Inn Cambridge East - Newmarket Road
Great staff, and amenities
Reviewed on 10 Jan, 2026
Wilde Cambridge City Centre
Courteous staff, spotlessly clean and well equipped property in a good location to visit sights of Cambridge
Reviewed on 3 Feb, 2026
Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa
Clean room , great housekeeping , had an issue with the heating but was rectified before I returned that day - will be back ! Thanks
Reviewed on 30 Jan, 2026
Drift Inn (Formerly The Waterfront Hotel)
Yes
Reviewed on 23 Jan, 2026
Hyatt Centric Cambridge
Room was above the bar - so on a Friday night do not book room 101 - no sleep untill the very loud bar party finished after 10pm Good bed but very hard pillows . Very nice bar staff
Reviewed on 5 Jan, 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 Abbey Stadium and Bridge of Sighs.
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.
