King’s College Bridge — Local services in Cambridge

King’s College Bridge is one of the most iconic bridges in Cambridge, connecting King’s College to the Backs—the scenic area behind several colleges along the River Cam. The current bridge was built in the early 19th century, replacing an earlier wooden structure, and is made of stone with elegant arches that complement the historic college architecture.

It’s especially famous for the stunning views it offers. From the bridge, you can see the magnificent King’s College Chapel, the manicured college grounds, and the river with punting boats gliding by. The surrounding Backs area is lined with trees and beautiful gardens, making it one of the most photographed spots in Cambridge.

King’s College Bridge is not just functional but also a key part of the city’s charm, blending history, architecture, and natural beauty in a single,...

Iconic Bridge King’s College Bridge connect the Kings college to the Backs. This is a really nice gardened area which is really well preserved. Obviously the students like being around here in summer as it is a really nice spot. The best way (and probably only) way to see it is doing a tour with a boat, and checking all the colleges along the River Cam. This bridge was built in the early 19th century, but there was probably...

This is the best place to take nice pictures with Kings chapel and the cam river. Whenever my friends visit me, this is always a top spot to spend sometime to get some good pictures to make great memories. One place I will never forget in my Cambridge grad life of three years. Truly...