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King's College

King's Parade, Cambridge CB2 1ST, England
44-1223-331100
Ranked #5 of 109 attractions in Cambridge
4.5 of 5 stars 31 Reviews
Type: Educational Sites, Historic Sites
Owner description: Dating from the mid-15th century and one of the finest examples of medieval architect, this college’s main draw is its chapel that houses...... more » Owner description: Dating from the mid-15th century and one of the finest examples of medieval architect, this college’s main draw is its chapel that houses Rubens’ Adoration of the Magi. « less
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Brisbane
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW

King's College has so many beautiful buildings. The lawn is always immaculate. I love walking through here. More

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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4 reviews 4 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2012

Having heard these magnificent voices on the radio for many years on Christmas eve , I was thrilled to finally hear and see them in person . The chapel shows its magnificent original stained glass windows and as the choir sang by candle light one could believe that there is a heaven. We also heard evensong at St Paul's Cathedral... More

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cardiff
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

a perfect place to start on the tour of cambridge colleges. More

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Cambridge
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14 reviews 14 reviews
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

A really beautiful college. I recommend visiting the chapel, and catching the choir sing in the chapel if possible - the Christmas eve service is a must! More

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Cambridge, United Kingdom
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53 reviews 53 reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 April 2012

Walking up King's Parade on a crisp, blue-sky winter's day with the sun reflecting off the college and chapel is a real treat. Amazing architectural detail on the college wall. More

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Woking, United Kingdom
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 April 2012

Having heard "Carols from Kings" most Christmases it was a delight to finally visit the chapel and college. The chapel is magnificent. You can feel the atmosphere of the history of this building. The architecture is stunning as are the stained glass widows and the works of art. On entry you immediately see the organ which dominates the centre of... More

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Belfast
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3 reviews 3 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

Kings College Chapel is just beautiful and definitely not to be missed when visiting Cambridge More

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Laguna Beach
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24 reviews 24 reviews
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6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 March 2012

Check what time (usually 5 or 6pm) the choir is rehearsing. Beautiful music in a glorious setting, and for free, yet. More

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Vienna, Austria
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 March 2012

If you miss out on everything else you MUST see the Chapel and the little museum it holds. Breathtaking............ More

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Northamptonshire, England
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84 reviews 84 reviews
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140 helpful votes 140 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2012

Wish I had studied there, the setting is glorious, the city is interesting and full of life. Love it.. More

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