Tours/Cambridge/Private Self-Guided Dinky Door Hunt in Cambridge
Private Self-Guided Dinky Door Hunt in Cambridge
4.6(123)Cambridge2h 10min–2h 30min
VIATOR2.8(4)TRIPADVISOR4.6(119)
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At a glance
Duration
2h 10min–2h 30min
Price from
$11 / person
Location
Cambridge, United Kingdom
Rating
4.6 / 5 · 123 reviews
Languages
EN
Group
Private
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Confirmation
Instant
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operator
Dinky Doors
Meeting point
This is a *self-guided* tour, so you won't be met by anyone, and nobody will accompany you on your tour. You can start wherever and whenever you like, but we recommend starting at this particularly beautiful central location...
Description
Hidden around Cambridge you will find the famous Dinky Doors. They're delightful miniature sculptures to discover, and finding them makes for a fun and completely different way to explore the beautiful city of Cambridge.
The doors are especially loved by kids, but adults can also appreciate their humour and creativity too. They spark imaginations and make people smile. There’s even an elaborate story behind them that you can learn as you explore.
There are currently 15 doors to discover – each unique and designed to make you think and smile. Buying this tour gives you permanent access to all current and future doors .
The tour is self-guided so you can go at your own pace. You needn't visit all the doors on the same day and you can discover them in any order. Note: Nobody will meet you or accompany you on your tour - it's all done on your phone.
Every door has a video backstory as well as dinky facts and questions and answers to challenge you.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Next available
Sat, Oct 10
Adult (ages 18+)
$11
Child (ages 1–17)
$7
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 9.
Tour Options
Private Self-Guided Dinky Door Hunt in Cambridge
Itinerary
All Saints Garden Art and Craft Market
10 min
So… you’d like to go on a quest to find all of Cambridge's mysterious Dinky Doors? A quest full of intrigue, mystery, fun and er… cute little creative sculptures? Well, that sounds like an excellent decision.
There are (currently) 11 Dinky Doors to discover and this tour will guide you to their *TOP SECRET* locations!
The locations listed on Trip Advisor are only approximate and don't reflect their exact locations. Because... well, they're *TOP SECRET*
There's no prescribed order to visit them in.
Around here you'll visit Mr D. Mon at our Love from Above door.
10 min
On finding this door, perhaps you'll be able to teleport to the remaining ones? That should save you some time. Just bring enough 3p coins.
Downing Street
10 min
Something appears to be behind this next door trying to get out... could it be our glorious leader?
Parker's Piece
10 min
A lovely spot to check on the state of reality with a door that er... checks on the state of reality.
10 min
Ever wonder what happens to all the things we lose? You'll find the answer with this door.
Jesus Green
10 min
A lovely park, and our door near here will give you quick access to two other parks, through the magic of magic spinning portals. Splendid.
10 min
The Cam is a beautiful river to wander along, and somewhere along here you might discover the world's only, and perhaps last, way to transform you letters and parcels into emails...
Cambridge Museum of Technology
10 min
Prepare yourself, for you might find the scene of a terrible alien crash around here. But where did the survivor go? And who are they?
Mill Road
10 min
You're an octopus, and you want to treat yourself? Where should you go? Somewhere in the surrounding area is a luxury resort built just for our octopus friends.
Mill Road
10 min
The mysterious location of a terrible crime that shocked Cambridge to its core. What was there before, and what now remains?
Wandlebury Country Park
10 min
Not immediately in Cambridge, so an optional visit with a car, bike or bus. Within this lovely and ancient park is a book about a legendary undefeated knight. Perhaps you can arrange to meet them?
10 min
Need a lift to space? You might just be in luck...
Great St Mary's Church (Church of England)
10 min
You don't think books are 'written' by 'authors' do you? No, discover how books are really created, and perhaps meet a Bookmage...
Parker's Piece
10 min
Every wanted to shrink yourself down to Dinky size? You're in luck.
What's included
Included
A complete tour guide for you to use on your phone
Fun video stories about each door
Dinky facts about each of the doors
Questions to ask each other, and phew! ...answers too.
Google Maps directions
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.6
123 reviews
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How it compares in Cambridge
No. 18 by number of reviews among 109 tours in Cambridge
Starting price $11 is 66% below the typical $34 for tours of similar length in Cambridge
Excurgo comparison of 109 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Private Self-Guided Dinky Door Hunt in Cambridge take?
Private Self-Guided Dinky Door Hunt in Cambridge lasts about 2h 10min–2h 30min. The itinerary has 14 stops.
How much does Private Self-Guided Dinky Door Hunt in Cambridge cost?
Prices start at $11 per person for this Cambridge experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Private Self-Guided Dinky Door Hunt in Cambridge run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
How much does Private Self-Guided Dinky Door Hunt in Cambridge cost for children?
Children aged 1–17 pay from $7, adults from $11.
Can I cancel Private Self-Guided Dinky Door Hunt in Cambridge for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is This is a *self-guided* tour, so you won't be met by anyone, and nobody will accompany you on your tour. You can start wherever and whenever you like, but we recommend starting at this particularly beautiful central location... Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Private Self-Guided Dinky Door Hunt in Cambridge offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 10 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(123)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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ninat839
September 28, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Cuteness overload!
We booked online and were able to follow the website easily. With the direct link to Google Maps, we were able to find the individual doors very easily and at the same time got around a lot and were in corners of Cambridge that are off the beaten tourist path. The Dinky Doors themselves were adorable, and the story created for each door is just precious. Something like this should exist in every city. I would want to collect all the doors immediately.
Operator response
Thank you so much for this review. We're glad to read that the app worked very well for you and that our doors helped you explore the city.
We considered branching out to other cities, but this hasn't been concretised yet... Who knows when it might happen?
All the best from Team Dinky.
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B3662GBalanh
September 19, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great experience
Really fun experience and got to see bits of Cambridge that you would have missed. Great that you can do it at your own pace in no set order. Only minor downside is that the interactive map seems a little bit temperamental at times and needs to be open and closed to re verify your location.
Operator response
Oh! Thanks for the feedback. We're sorry to hear you had some issues. We fixed a couple of bugs earlier this week based on a previous comment. So we hope this won't be a problem now, but it depends a bit on the phone network coverage.
In any case, we're chuffed you had a good time in Cambridge, this didn't impact your experience too much.
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J1831VTjanets
September 19, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Well worth the experience
Fantastic day out with the grandchildren
Operator response
Glad you and they enjoy it :)
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KevinDesoisa
September 15, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
The Dinkiest city on earth
Great activity to do inbetween shopping, eating, studying.
Operator response
:)
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jacquelinegQ6456RY
September 10, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Online map tour -solo
I bought the map online and it was not user friendly and hard to find the best route to see the house. I only manage to find 3 with my kids
Operator response
We're so sorry to hear you had difficulties using the map. We've tried to make it as easy as possible, but sometimes we had reports that it can be a bit problematic when the phone network is weak.
If you contact us directly at hello@dinkydoors.co.uk, we can assess what the problem was and if we can help make it better?
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121daras
September 5, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great fun - especially for kids
We had a great time walking all around Cambridge, finding the doors and reading about them using the online self-guided tour. The kids never complained about the distance they had to walk, but were excited to use to the map to navigate and find each next door on the tour. A fantastic activity for families and adults alike.
Operator response
We're so happy to read that you and the kids had fun. Often, visiting a city like Cambridge can be a bit boring for little ones. We designed the tour so that both kids and grown-ups can appreciate Cambridge's architecture and streets in their own way, and we're delighted it worked.
Thanks for sharing.
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Daydream57421819914
August 26, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Dinky doors on a bike
Fabulous way to take my son around Cambridge on a bike
Operator response
Nothing like a little bit of active tourism... and if Dinky Doors helped that makes us happy.
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DianeTL
August 22, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Delightful Discovery Tour
I accompanied my 11 year old grandson while his mum went shopping, on a busy touristy Saturday, on the tour. It gave us purpose and delight!
His favourite was where we started, the Wonder Emporium, whilst mine was the one by Trinity college.
The next day we found the Bean Stalk In St Thomas's Square - has to be the best!
We have yet to finish, but we both loved it and send thanks and praise to you for making it so fascinating
Operator response
Thank you for your kind words! It's great to read that you had fun for multiple days, and enjoyed them.
We take it you left some art in the BeanStalk?
Looking forward to hear the rest of you adventures when you finish the tour :)
xxx
Team Dinky
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Quikim
August 14, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Different, Fun, Worthwhile
I found searching for the doors a fun way to wander the city and take in its sites along the way! I found it whimsical and joyful to see their existence be passed and unnoticed by so many people, knowing I had been one of those people just the day before! Each door is such a treasure; so creative and well crafted! I wish more cities had this!
Operator response
Thank you: this makes our day. Welcome to the group of people who can now see the little surprises hidden in plain sight :)
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Barry88london
August 8, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Crazy dinky and fun
Or was fun living in a dinky world for an morning. We learnt lots and stepped through the doors to the other side. It was crazy time. We would definitely do it all again..
Operator response
Awww! Thanks! You definitely can do it again: your purchase is lifetime, so when we're adding new doors, the map will update.
