Bridge of Sighs

Wonderful place that references an old and sad history. Built in 1831 this connects the new and third courts of St. John's College. The bridge stretches out over the River Cam. Widely loved the bridge has been a favourite of dignitaries and Monarchs including Queen Victoria. The bridge itself is built from stone in the Gothic revival style and was designed by Henry Hutchinson who completed it just before his death. It is interesting to note that there was actually an earlier bridge that this replaced. The name references the Bridge of Sighs in Venice.

A must-see in Cambridge. Lovely covered arched stone bridge part of St John's College Cambridge. Connects the inner courts of the College to New Court. The bridge with its 5 stone arched windows presents a perfect balance. Best seen by punt from the river or from the bridge by St John's College.

Beautiful ride with Ryan. He proved knowdgeable about the city's history and culture. He was also very funny! Loved it.

Punting in Cambridge is one of our main itinerary. The tourist guide are amazing while doing the punting they are narrating the history of the places that we pass through.It is very informative and a fascinating experience also. It is affordable and you will see the great views .

Nice view. I’d recommend to take a river tour.

This is a sight worth seeing, one of the defining views of Cambridge. Now, there's one problem, it's not viewable from the public road. You have 2 choices if you want to see it with your own eyes. Firstly, you can take a punt, but this gives a much briefer view. Secondly, you can pay St. John's College £10 each (free for Cambridge residents). Some people enter through other entrances, apparently! Obviously, that is something I cannot advocate, obviously 😄.The picture that isn't of the bridge is taken from inside the bridge.

Wonderful experience going punting and go thru this Bridge of Signs

There is a service at 6.30 (Evensong) that allows you to enter St. John’s College even if it’s closed to visitors. Once you’re in, go through the courts until you reach the river Cam.

We took a Cambridge punt tour. Was very relaxing and informative

Historic bridge either accessed under with a punt or over on foot via St. John's college

Beautiful. You can only see it from the boat.

Members-only bridge for college's own staff and students. But, tourists' trespassing happens often.

Recommended to see during punting boat ride.

Lovely place to visit. Walked over and was punted under.

St John's is one of the most beautiful of the Cambridge colleges. Idyllic location, either side of the river Cam. The bridge is Sighs if it's crowning glory. Absolutely stunning.

Lovely looking bridge. Best viewed from the river Cam on a boat.

Nice piece of architecture and it's similar with the Venice Bridge of Sighs

Beautiful bridge all year around!

It was a last minute visit but so glad we went.

Named for its Venetian counterpart, and equally lovely from land or from the Cam. Accessible through St. John's college.