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Visiting Cambridge for the first time? Or are you coming back to explore a new side to the city? With so much to see and do in Cambridge, it can be hard to know where to start. Luckily, the friendly team at the Visitor Information Centre will be there to help from the minute you arrive.

They’ll help you choose and book your perfect tour, whether you’re interested in one of our Official Walking Tours or if you’d like them to design a Bespoke Walking Tour just for you.

They’ll also welcome you to the city, helping you plan your visit and get the most out of your trip.

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Cambridge Folk Festival is one of the longest running folk festivals in the world, having launched in 1965. It takes place each summer at Cherry Hinton Hall park, and features an eclectic line-up of traditional and modern folk, as well blues, country and roots acts.

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Cambridge maps will guide you to the best destinations in this fascinating city. It is best known for the second oldest (after Oxford) university in the UK. Cambridge brings many images to mind: the breathtaking view of King's College Chapel from across the river Cam, the rich intricacy of Gothic architecture, students cycling to lectures, and lazy summer punting on the River Cam. The city is mostly pedestrian-friendly: most sights can be easily reached on foot and much of the central area is traffic-free. Your visit to Cambridge would not be complete without there being something for the whole family. Enjoy an exciting introduction to the natural world at the Cambridge University Botanic Garden, enjoy an insight into the history of aviation in times of war and peace at the Imperial War Museum, With the help of our maps you will be able to reach all desired destinations. You can find the detailed locations of the must-see sights including Cambridge University, Fitzwilliam Museum, Kings College, Trinity College, River Cam punting, Bridge of Sighs, St John’s College, Mathematical Bridge Scott Polar Research Institute, Round Church, Anglesey Abbey, Wimpole Hall, Orchard Tea Garden - just click on a selected map to access a high resolution version that can be downloaded and printed; or saved onto your mobile device.

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The typical top ten attractions are listed below. You can find the detailed locations of these places on the maps above.

• Walk around the Cambridge University colleges (King's, Trinity, St John's, Jesus, Magdalene and many more)
• Take a boat tour on the River Cam, also known as Punting in Cambridge
• Enjoy art and history (for free!) in the Fitzwilliam Museum
• Have a cup of tea in the Orchard – Tea House amongst Apple trees
• Marvel at the natural beauty in the University Botanical Gardens
• Explore Scott Polar Research Institute
• Visit the unique Round Church
• Climb to the top of the Great St Mary's Church
• Brush up your on your knowledge in the science and technology museums: the Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences, the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology, the Museum of Zoology, the Whipple Museum of the History of Science, the Museum of Classical Archaeology
• Enjoy art: Kettle's Yard art gallery, Cambridge Arts Centre, Cambridge Arts Picture House

What are some interesting facts about Cambridge?

Affiliates of Cambridge University have won around 100 Nobel Prizes covering all six disciplines.

Oxford has received fewer Nobel Prizes but it has produced more prime ministers than Cambridge.

One of the most famous rock'n'roll bands of all time formed in Cambridge: Pink Floyd. Syd Barrett was brought up in the city. Roger Waters, the other co-founder, later went to Cambridgeshire High School for Boys with him.

Oliver Cromwell is buried in an unmarked grave close to the doors of the Sidney Sussex College Chapel

The University of Cambridge was officially started in 1209 by an association of scholars who came from Oxford. There are rumours that these scholars where in trouble with the law in Oxford and made a run for it to Cambridge (not something that Cambridge people care to admit or are particularly proud of).

The University Library has 29 million books and receives a free copy of every book published in the UK every year. However there has been a recent agreement between it, the British Library and Oxford's library that between them they will carry every book ever written. The reason for this is of course that storage is starting to get out of hand.

All staircases are alphabestised in Trinity College but there are no J's. The reason being that St. John's is their arch rival.

The first official game of football with rules we would recognise was played on Parker's Piece, the big public park in the middle of Cambridge. It was played in 1848 between the City and the University. City won 2-1 with a late goal from a young Ryan Giggs.

The mathmatical bridge which crosses the river Cam was designed by Isaac Newton and is held together only by gravity with no nails, screws or fixings. Years later, students took it apart to try to understand how it worked, but couldn't put it together again without screws and nails!This is the story told to tourists, because although the bridge is wonderful, Isaac Newton died 22 years before it was built!

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A Charming Walking Tour of Cambridge UK (with map)

Cambridge is a beautiful city to visit, especially since it is so easy to come here from London. The historical Cambridge University with its many colleges and traditions form a unique vibe in this college city. Come along with me on a beautiful walking tour of Cambridge UK.

Ever since we lived in Cambridge for an entire month, the city has become our favorite day trip from London . We found spring time in Cambridge to be absolutely gorgeous with all the flowers and trees blooming. So, come along with me on my favorite walking tour of Cambridge UK .

In this article:

Favorite Places on My Walking Tour of Cambridge UK

Is Cambridge UK walkable? Oh yes, very much so. Actually, walking is the best way to experience Cambridge.

• Cambridge historical colleges form the main attraction of this college town. Walking down King’s Parade is a beautiful experience.
• Walking along the backs of the colleges  gives you a completely different view of Cambridge’s old center.
• Going punting along River Cam  is a unique experience.
• Cambridge old churches  are scattered all over the city’s center and they are beautiful to visit. One of my favorite quaint English churches is in Cambridge.
• Strolling through beautiful gardens especially during sunny days during the spring is absolutely stunning.

With our map in hand and some comfortable walking shoes let’s start our walking tour of Cambridge UK.

1. The Round Church

The first stop on our walking tour of Cambridge UK is the Round Church, also known as the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. The Round Church was built by crusaders in the 12th century and is one of the oldest landmarks in Cambridge.

One of only four medieval round churches still in use in England, the Round Church is constructed in the Gothic architectural style. The visitor’s center offers exhibits on the history of the city and the church. It is the perfect place to begin our walking tour because of its iconic appearance and central location in the Cambridge city center.

Checkout the Round Church website for planning your visit to this most famous Cambridge attraction. From here, we will walk down St. John’s Street, which becomes the famous King’s Parade – the only route in the city that passes by all Cambridge Historical Colleges.

2. Great St Mary’s Church

Get ready for a climb! At the North end of King’s Parade, we will come across Great St Mary’s Church.

Look up at the imposing stone tower, which houses the bells that have rung out every day for hundreds of years. For a small fee, you can ascend the staircase within the tower and take in sweeping views of the Historical Colleges. We will visit a couple of these later on our walking tour of Cambridge.

The church has a close relationship with Cambridge University – in fact, it is still required that undergraduate students live within three miles of the church. Inside, enjoy the quiet atmosphere under wooden beamed ceilings and learn about the church’s two impressive organs.

You can find all the details for climbing the Great St Mary’s Church tower on their website. When you’re ready, continue down King’s Parade and Trumpington Street, pass Silver Street, and turn right on Mill Lane.

3. Sheep’s Green

At the end of Mill Lane you will find yourself on the banks of the River Cam. If you’re in a seafaring mood, you can take a boat tour of the Historical Colleges along the river. You may also hire a punt, kayak, or canoe to explore independently. Then, stroll diagonally through the picturesque Sheep’s Green. You will pass by many small ponds and bridges in this expansive park, and eventually you will arrive on the opposite bank of the river.

Walk north on Queen’s Road, then turn right on Silver Street to find the next stop on our walking tour of Cambridge UK.

4. Mathematical Bridge

After walking east on Silver Street, you will find Queen’s College on your left. Near Queen’s College, there is a view of a small wooden bridge. Although its real name is Wooden Bridge, it is known in Cambridge history as Mathematical Bridge because of its fascinating engineering and construction.

There is a popular myth that Isaac Newton built this bridge without using any screws, bolts, or nails. In reality, it was designed and constructed by William Etheredge and James Essex in 1749. It is held together with typical fasteners, but it is famous for its elegant rounded arch shape…even though it is built with only straight planks of wood! You can cross the bridge yourself and explore Queen’s College for £3.50.

When you’re ready to continue our walking tour of Cambridge UK, head back to the west bank of the river.

5. Walk The Backs

A large portion of the remainder of our walking tour of Cambridge UK will take place along The Backs, a scenic tree-lined path that follows the back sides of the Historical Colleges. The Backs is flanked by the colleges’ huge lawns, which have been well-preserved for centuries as a popular green space.

As you walk, listen for the nearby murmuring of the River Cam. Keep to your right, and cross King’s College Bridge when you reach it. Here, you arrive at the magnificent King’s College, a marvel of Gothic English architecture. Notable alumni include mathematician Alan Turing and author Zadie Smith. Wander the grounds if you like, then continue to our next stop.

6. King’s College Chapel

King’s College was not built in a day – in fact, it was not even built in seventy years. Construction on the chapel began in 1446, and was still incomplete when King Henry VIII was coronated in 1509. The chapel was finally completed in 1531 with the installation of vivid stained glass windows. Construction of the chapel took place during the Wars of the Roses, which is part of the reason it took so long. Inside, look up at the intricate, lacy ceilings. Walk along the bold black and white marble floor to the altar, where you can view The Adoration of the Magi by well-known Flemish artist Peter Paul Rubens.

If you’re planning to come to Cambridge, make sure you checkout the official King’s College website for the best information about visiting this beautiful chapel.

When you’ve had your fill of the chapel’s stunning architecture and history, exit King’s College and head towards Clare College, just to the west on the bank of the river. There are two stops left on our walking tour of Cambridge UK.

7. Fellows’ Garden at Clare College

Just across the river from Clare College is the sprawling green expanse of the Fellows’ Garden. The garden was designed by Nevill Willmer, a professor of History at Cambridge. Willmer’s interest in color theory paid off in the beautiful flora of the garden.

It is a particularly special place to visit in the spring, when bright sunlight illuminates hundreds of colorful flowers. A small admission fee allows you to wander the garden at your leisure and engage in scholarly thought – or just enjoy the scenery.

Return to the King’s Backs walking path and head north to the final stop on our walking tour of Cambridge UK.

8. St John’s College

The small admission cost to enter the grounds of St John’s college is an excellent value. With entry, you are free to explore the many buildings (called courts) of the college, which are full of attractions. Start with the Bridge of Sighs, a charming bridge that connects Third Court and New Court.

This bridge is modeled after the famous Bridge of Sighs in Venice, and the stone arches and delicate glass windows evoke a romantic Italian atmosphere. Continue our walking tour of Cambridge UK at the College Chapel, where you can view many significant artworks and pieces of history from St John’s. These include statues of notable alumni, such as William Wilberforce, one of a group of influential British slave abolitionists. Other St John’s alumni include Romantic poet William Wordsworth and science fiction author Douglas Adams.

In St John’s college, you will experience some of the most notable historic landmarks in Cambridge. If you are planning to visit, make sure you checkout St John’s visitor information website .

Plan Your Trip to Cambridge UK

Watch my video about planning a trip to Cambridge . This is a simple video that walks you through my custom maps and routes for planning a great trip to Cambridge, UK.

Where to stay in Cambridge? I recommend staying at the affordable Arundel House Hotel for its excellent location and beautiful setting. For a more refined place you can enjoy The Gonvile Hotel on the southern side of Cambridge’s historical center. You can also find other budget hotels in Cambridge .

Book a local tour . Enjoy a beautiful guided punting tour on river Cam which will float you behind all the historical colleges and give you a unique perspective of the town. You can also join this beautifully led historical walking tour of Cambridge . Locally led, this tour will take you to the colleges including a visit to beautiful King’s College.

Coming from London? Book a beautiful Cambridge tour from London . This tour will take you to most important attractions and it’s perfect, especially if you are short on time.

Where to park in Cambridge? Parking at the Grand Arcade is the best place for starting your walking tour of historical Cambridge UK since they are rebuilding the Round church parking structure.  Parking structures have very narrow parking spots in England, so be careful about driving in England and go slowly.

Take a day trip from Cambridge . If you have a few extra days to spend in Cambridge , rent a car in Europe and explore my favorite day trips from Cambridge . The Cambridgeshire countryside is beautiful and the surrounding old villages and manor houses will transport you back in time.

Is Cambridge UK Worth Visiting?

Absolutely! Cambridge has become my favorite day trip from London . With its small historical center and idyllic River Cam location, Cambridge is beautiful to visit especially during spring. Our children loved walking the narrow streets and the many ducks with ducklings in the ponds and on River Cam. Plan to spend at least an entire day in this lovely historical city.

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Thank you so much for this very lively tour ! I am going to Cambridge in 2 weeks and shall definitely follow your steps !

Anonymous….glad you found my tour guide helpful in planning your trip to Cambridge. Have fun…Cambridge is a beautiful place.

I’m going to Cambridge tomorrow and will be using your excellent blog to plan my route! Thank you for taking the time to write it :)

James…thank you for letting me know you will use my walking tour of Cambridge to plan your visit. Have fun…beautiful city! You made my day!

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While Cambridge may be known for being home to the top universities and colleges in England, the city has also a strong cultural vibe. It’s a great place to attend music festivals, pop-up food events, concerts, and other exciting happenings. If you love the outdoors, then you’ll surely have a great time exploring the parks and river in this charming city.

Cambridge is a pedestrian-friendly city, which means most sights can be accessible on foot. Unlike the other major cities in England that has their own metro system, Cambridge has none. Therefore, you can’t expect to find a Cambridge Metro Map. But there are also buses that travel on some parts in Cambridge. To find out the routes of these buses, do check out our free printable copy of the Cambridge transport Map.

For tourists who want to see the famous attractions of Cambridge, our Cambridge Tourist Sightseeing Map will surely benefit you. This map will tell you how to reach the Cambridge University Botanical Garden, Fitzwilliam Museum, and the Mathematical Bridge. If you’re into nature, do check out The Backs, a beautiful grassy park with river on the side.

As mentioned, Cambridge is a pedestrian-friendly city so exploring it on foot is the best way to go. For this, you can refer to our free printable copy of the Cambridge Walking Tour Maps. Travelers with kids may be able to benefit from the open bus tours in the city. If you want to know where these bus tours will take you, our Cambridge Hop on Hop Off Tour map will be useful for you.

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If you're paying a visit to Cambridge and want to know, what are the best things to do ? And how do I get there? Then you're in luck.

We have created an interactive map of Cambridge's top tourist attractions , pinpointing the very best things to do, see and eat .

You could visit King's College Chapel , climb to the top of Great St Mary's and of course, you have to devour a Fitzbillies Chelsea Bun .

Cambridge is packed full with tourist attractions and places to visit , from The college Backs to the American Military Cemetery .

Many people opt to explore via one of the hop-on hop-off city sightseeing buses , which stop at several of the tourist spots mapped below.

Others prefer to live like a local and tour the city by bike .

However you decide to do it, by foot, by bus, by punt or by bike, you can access our easy interactive map on the go.

On the map you will find the tourist spots (listed below) plus a bit about what they have to offer.

You can also click on the links below to read stories about each place.

King's College Chapel

Arguably Cambridge's most iconic landmark, visitors to the city are able to take a tour of the King's College Chapel or listen to its world-famous choir.

Cambridge American Cemetery

The American Cemetery houses the remains of 3,812 US war dead and 5,127 names are recorded on the walls of the missing.

Cambridge University Library

It’s the tallest public building in Cambridge, and probably the most mysterious. The library was built in the 1930s, and it has more than eight million books – occupying 125 miles of shelving.

Punting (Scudamore's on map)

Often regarded as the best way to see the city, any visitor to Cambridge should enjoy a punt along the River Cam. There are several punt stations dotted along the river, others include, Let's Go Punting, Cambridge Chauffeur Punts and Scholar's Punting.

Click on the link above to read all about Cambridge's bat punt safaris.

Fitzbillies

Treat yourself, have a famous Chelsea bun.

Midsummer Common

Stop by Midsummer Common for the chance to see those beloved Cambridge cows.

Parker's Piece

Visit the football monument on Parker's piece or play a game of cricket.

Castle Mound

Head up to Castle Mound for spectacular panoramic views of the city.

The Fitzwilliam Museum

The Fitzwilliam Museum was named the most popular free attraction in all of East Anglia. It routinely features new exhibits and visitors can pop in over and over and still experience something new.

Museum of Zoology

Sir David Attenborough opened the University's Museum of Zoology. Which houses thousands of specimens and a complete skeleton of a Fin Whale.

Bridge of Sighs

The Bridge of Sighs is a covered bridge belonging to St John's College.

Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology

The collections at the museum span nearly two million years of history, with as many documentary and photographic collections as there are historic artifacts.

The Orchard Tea Garden

It's got the best cream tea in Cambridge plus a luscious garden perfect for whiling away the summer days.

The Round Church

The Church of the Holy Sepulchre, generally known as The Round Church, is an Anglican church in the city of Cambridge.

Top tourist attractions in Cambridge

The Corpus Clock

The Corpus Clock is a large sculptural clock which was unveiled to the public by Stephen Hawking.

Mathematical Bridge

The Mathematical Bridge is the popular name of a wooden footbridge in the southwest of central Cambridge.

Imperial War Museum

IWM Duxford is a historic airfield and museum telling the stories of those who lived, fought and died in war from WW1 to 1969.

Great St Mary's

St Mary the Great is a Church of England parish and university church. It is known locally as Great St Mary's or simply GSM to distinguish it from "Little St Mary's".

Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences

The Sedgwick museum is part of the Cambridge University Department of Earth Sciences. It houses fossils, taxidermy animals and even a dinosaur.

University Botanic Gardens

More than 8,000 different plant species are displayed in 40 acres of beautiful landscape in the city centre. It's the perfect spot for a picnic or a stroll and the attraction includes a lake, glasshouses, chronological bed, rock gardens and a collection of mature trees.

Jack's Gelato

The perfect place to enjoy an ice-cream in Cambridge.

See the beautiful college gardens by walking along The Backs.

Enjoy a pint at the pub where Watson and Crick announced they had discovered 'the secret of life' - DNA.

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17 Top-Rated Tourist Attractions in Cambridge, England

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Famous the world over for its university, Cambridge lays claim to having one of the highest concentrations of preserved historic buildings anywhere in England.

Most of this architectural splendor is centered around Cambridge University's 31 colleges , each rich in tradition. The first of these "schools" was established in the 12th century by immigrant scholars from Paris, and the first college, Peterhouse, was founded in 1284.

Long before the university was founded, Cambridge was already an important Norman fortification. Although its castle was short-lived, Castle Mound can still be seen near Shire Hall and affords great views over the city. The city remains to this day an important market town. Market Hill, originally the center of Cambridge's ancient wool trade, still serves as the location of the city's busy marketplace.

Despite its medieval character, Cambridge is a thoroughly modern town that hosts a variety of top-notch cultural events throughout the year. These include the Midsummer Fair , over 800 years old and held in the same location on Midsummer Common; the famous Cambridge Folk Festival , one of the largest and longest running in Europe; and the world-class Cambridge Film Festival .

It's also popular for its numerous green spaces. These include the 25-acre Parker's Piece , famous as the birthplace of modern football, and the Victorian-era Christ's Pieces , known for its lovely ornamental trees and flowerbeds.

For more sightseeing ideas in one of the most popular places to visit in England, be sure to read our full list of the top tourist attractions in Cambridge.

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1. The Fitzwilliam Museum

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The most famous museum in Cambridge, The Fitzwilliam should be included on everyone's must-see list of tourist attractions. This masterpiece of architecture contains a magnificent collection of English pottery and china, as well as Greek, Roman, and Egyptian antiquities. It's also known for its rare illuminated manuscripts.

The exceptionally fine art gallery has works by Hogarth, Gainsborough, and Turner, as well as Impressionists and Dutch Masters of the Baroque including Rembrandt, Van Dyck, and Rubens. There's also a great café on-site, along with a gift shop.

Address: Trumpington Street, Cambridge

Official site: www.fitzmuseum.cam.ac.uk

One of the most popular things to do in Cambridge is to spend time exploring the River Cam , which runs through the heart of the city. You can cross the Cam in a number of places that offer great views of the river.

One of the most picturesque spots is the Silver Street Bridge . From here, you'll get some excellent photos of the famous Mathematical Bridge one side and over the docked punting boats, or "punts," toward Landress Green and Sheep's Green .

Follow the riverside path, and you'll also find the Punt Lift Rollers , an interesting spot where you can watch crews and eager tourists portaging their vessels from one body of water to another.

Some of the best views, though, can be had from the water itself, as the Cam passes extremely close to some of the most attractive college buildings. In addition to fun chauffeured tours where a crew member, usually a student, does the punting for you, rentals are also available by the hour for those wanting to go it alone.

Founded in 1441 by Henry VI and the earliest of the royal foundations, King's College is worth visiting for the huge expanse of lawn extending down to the river and King's Bridge . Here, you'll enjoy lovely views of the Backs , the various college grounds along the riverside. Distinguished alumni includes writer Horace Walpole, poet Rupert Brooke, and economist Lord Keynes.

A must-see here is King's College Chapel. Renowned for its 12-bay perpendicular-style interior, as well as its breathtaking fan vaulting by John Wastell (1515), it's a must-see in Cambridge.

Also worth checking out: the lovely tracery on the windows and walls; the spectacular 16th-century stained-glass windows; the lavishly carved 16th-century wooden organ screen and choir stalls; and the altarpiece, Rubens' Adoration of the Magi (1634).

Hot Tip: If visiting during term time, be sure to attend Evensong to hear the world famous King's College Choir in action.

Address: King's Parade, Cambridge

Official site: www.kings.cam.ac.uk

Founded in 1448 by Andrew Dockett under the patronage of Margaret of Anjou, wife of Henry VI, Queens' College was refounded in 1465 by Elizabeth Woodville, wife of Edward IV. It has the most complete medieval buildings of all Cambridge's colleges, including the magnificent gateway leading to the red brick First Court, dating from the period of foundation.

Other Queens' College sites to visit include the wooden Mathematical Bridge. This 1902 reconstruction leads over the Cam to the lovely college gardens, and is so called because it was built without nails, relying for its strength on meticulous calculation.

Also worth seeing are Cloister Court (1460) with the President's Lodge, a handsome half-timbered building, and Pump Court. Here, you'll find the Erasmus Tower above the rooms, occupied by Erasmus when he taught Greek here (1511-1514).

Walnut Tree Court (1618), Friars Court with the Erasmus Building (1961), and the Victorian chapel (1891) are also worth seeing.

Address: Silver Street, Cambridge

Official site: www.queens.cam.ac.uk

Covering an area of some 40 acres, a visit to Cambridge University Botanic Garden is a must-do for gardening enthusiasts. Established in 1831, the garden showcases an impressive collection of more than 8,000 species of plants from across the globe.

Be sure to spend time wandering through the garden's many glasshouses and trails, something that can be done as part of a guided tour, which are free on Sundays. Afterwards, visit the Garden Café and Botanic Garden Shop.

Be sure to check out their website for news of upcoming events and festivals.

Address: 1 Brookside, Cambridge

Official site: www.botanic.cam.ac.uk/Botanic/Home.aspx

Great St. Mary's Church is both a parish and university church. Built in the 15th century, it has a fine interior, its galleries being added in 1739 at a time when university sermons, given by great scholars, attracted huge congregations. The tower, erected in 1608, is famous for its views over Cambridge.

Also worth a visit is Little St. Mary's. Known as St. Mary the Less , this Anglican parish church is famous for its many fine stained-glass windows.

Another important church, the Gothic Revival Church of Our Lady and the English Martyrs, one of the largest Roman Catholic churches in Britain, was built in 1885 and houses a rare statue of the Virgin Mary.

Location: Senate House Hill, Cambridge

Better known as the Round Church, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre is one of only four Norman round churches left in England. Built in 1131, its rectangular chancel was added in the 15th century.

This is one of the prettiest small churches in England. Visitors can get the most from their visit by joining an informative guided walk that includes the church and its surroundings. While best booked in advance, you can also purchase tickets in the Round Church Visitor Centre subject to availability.

Address: Round Church Vestry, Bridge Street, Cambridge

Official site: https://roundchurchcambridge.org

Established in 1546 by Henry VIII, Trinity College was created by the merger of several older colleges, including Michaelhouse and King's Hall. Beyond King Edward's Gate (1418), parts of the old King's Hall buildings are still identifiable.

Trinity Great Court is the largest court in Cambridge and was laid out around 1600. A passage leads into Nevile's Court (1614), with its chapel and statues of distinguished scholars. Wren's Library , designed by famed architect Sir Christopher Wren and added later, is notable for its old oak bookcases and fine lime woodcarvings.

Trinity has more distinguished former members than any other college. These include statesmen Austen Chamberlain, Stanley Baldwin, and Nehru; poets and writers such as George Herbert and Edward Fitzgerald; philosopher Bertrand Russell; and scientist Isaac Newton. Edward VII and George VI also attended Trinity.

From New Court, or King's Court, take the bridge over the Cam for its beautiful view of the Backs. A magnificent avenue of limes leads to the College Grounds .

Location: Trinity College, Cambridge

Official site: www.trin.cam.ac.uk

Although built in the 12th century, Anglesey Abbey was refurbished in 1926 and came to be known as a house of fine art and furnishings. Now a National Trust property, this spectacular home contains numerous tapestries by the likes of Gobelin, Soho, and Anglesey. There's also an art collection featuring Constable's The Opening of Waterloo Bridge .

Be sure to spend time enjoying the surrounding gardens and 114 acres of parkland. These impressive grounds include the Wildlife Discovery Area , where younger visitors can watch birds and bugs in their natural habitats, and the Lime Tree Lookout .

Afterwards, visit the historic water mill, known as the Lode Mill. Here, you can watch the grindstones do their job. Be sure to check the attraction's website for news of special events.

Address: Quy Road, Lode, Cambridge

Official site: www.nationaltrust.org.uk/anglesey-abbey-gardens-and-lode-mill

Developed by Cambridge University in 1884, the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology holds an important collection of prehistoric material and artifacts dealing with social anthropology. Collections have been gathered from around the world and include pieces from Africa and the Orient, with a focus on the visual and classical arts.

Of particular note is the Pacific collection, taken mainly from Cook's explorations, and other research projects made by notable British anthropologists. Regular educational programs for kids and adults are held throughout the year (check their website for details).

You'll also want to visit the Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences , too. This fascinating museum houses the university's geology collection, including some two million minerals, rocks, and fossils. Highlights include numerous meteorite specimens, as well as the Beagle Collection consisting of fossils and rocks gathered by Charles Darwin between 1831 and 1836. The museum also offers a wide variety of family activities and kids' programs.

Also of interest is the newly refurbished University Museum of Zoology . Highlights of this recently renovated Cambridge attraction include a large collection of scientifically important zoological material.

Address: Downing Street, Cambridge

Official site: https://maa.cam.ac.uk

The oldest, and also one of the smallest, of Cambridge's colleges, Peterhouse was founded in 1284. Its historic hall and storeroom on the south side of Old Court are the earliest of the original 13th-century buildings. Among those who studied here were Cardinal Beaufort, chemist Henry Cavendish, and poet Thomas Gray.

Check out the Peterhouse Chapel, a focal point of the college for more than 700 years. Worth seeing are the stained-glass windows (imported from Munich in the 1850s) and the 17th-century altar window. For a truly memorable experience, enquire about Peterhouse's summer accommodation rentals.

Official site: www.pet.cam.ac.uk/

Pembroke College was founded in 1347 by the Countess of Pembroke but has been greatly altered since. The chapel (1665) is famous as architect Christopher Wren's first work and was later extended in 1881.

Pembroke has produced many bishops and poets, the most celebrated being Edmund Spenser (1552-99). Reformist bishop Nicholas Ridley, burned at the stake in Oxford, and statesman William Pitt also took their degrees here. A visit usually includes seeing the grounds and the chapel.

Official site: www.pem.cam.ac.uk

Corpus Christi College was founded in 1352 "by the townspeople for the townspeople." Its oldest section, Old Court , dates back to 1377, although it has since been restored.Notable features include the library, which contains many valuable manuscripts collected by Matthew Parker, Archbishop of Canterbury (1550).

Also worth noting is the adjoining St. Benet's Church , which was the original college chapel and is notable for its late Saxon tower.

Dramatists Christopher Marlowe (1564-93) and John Fletcher (1579-1625)are among the best-known alumni of the college. The college is available for summer accommodations, and has become popular for events such as weddings.

Official site: www.corpus.cam.ac.uk

St. John's College was founded in 1511 by Lady Margaret Beaufort, mother of Henry VII. A richly ornamented gateway opens into First Court, a fine example of Tudor architecture. The dining hall of 1519, known simply as " The Hall ," was enlarged with later buildings in 1826 and has an excellent hammer beam roof, beautiful paneling, and some fine portraits.

The Combination Room has a splendid plaster ceiling with festoons of vines. Second Court, built in 1602, is exceptionally attractive with its mellow brickwork, while Third Court includes the Library (1624).

Among the many notable members of St. John's were dramatist Ben Jonson and poet William Wordsworth, who described his college rooms in his famous Prelude . Also visit the college's exquisite chapel, as well as the famous Bridge of Sighs . Built in 1831, this enclosed bridge leads over the Cam into New Court and the College Grounds.

Location: St. John's Street, Cambridge

Official site: www.joh.cam.ac.uk

One of the most popular museums in Cambridge, the Museum of Cambridge has displays and exhibits focusing on the everyday lives of the local people from the 18th to the 20th centuries. Located in the old White Horse Inn , the museum features an extensive collection of artifacts, including coinage, costumes, medals, toys, and medicine. It also contains numerous interesting artworks.

Also worth visiting, the Cambridge Museum of Technology focuses on the county's industrial past. Housed in a Victorian pump house, the museum displays a working steam winch once used to haul ashes along a narrow gauge railway, plus a variety of other engines and a collection of antique printing equipment.

The Whipple Museum of the History of Science is also worthy of a visit for its fascinating collections of old scientific artifacts, including instruments and prints dating back as far as the 17th century.

Official site: www.museumofcambridge.org.uk

Located in the historic Scott Polar Research Institute ( SPRI ) building on Lensfield Road, the Polar Museum offers a fascinating glimpse into the exploration of the Earth's polar regions. In addition to its collections of photos, documents, and artifacts relating to epic polar expeditions by the likes of Captain Robert Scott, you'll also find maps and other display materials that provide interesting facts about the North and South Poles.

One of the top free things to do in Cambridge , the Polar Museum is also home to an impressive collection of art relating to the exploration of the polar regions.

Address: Lensfield Road, Cambridge

Official site: www.spri.cam.ac.uk/museum/

Just 13 miles east of Cambridge, the market town of Newmarket has been a center of English horse racing since 1174. Horse fans will enjoy visiting the National Horse Racing Museum on the picturesque High Street. Exhibits relate to the history of the "sport of kings," still one of the most popular sports in Britain.

The collection includes paintings of famous horses and jockeys, old saddles, tack, and trophies. There are several stables actually in the town, not to mention the famous racecourse and training "gallops" close by.

Address: 99 High Street, Newmarket, Cambridgeshire

Official site: www.palacehousenewmarket.co.uk

With the university's 31 colleges filling the entire center of Cambridge, there isn't much space left for hotels. But you'll find a few amid its historic buildings, with more just outside the ring of streets that encircles the center. Here are some highly-rated hotels in Cambridge:

Luxury Hotels :

• Overlooking a broad park near the River Cam and the colleges, with plenty of restaurants within easy walking distance, the large rooms at The Gonville Hotel are well located for exploring Cambridge.
• Walk along the Cam and to the historic sites from The Varsity Hotel & Spa , a boutique lodging with a rooftop terrace, near Trinity and Magdalene colleges.
• The name Hilton Cambridge City Centre says it all, right in the center surrounded by historic colleges, restaurants, and shops. The modern hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

Mid-Range Hotels:

• Regent Hotel rooms overlook a park near the colleges and River Cam or busy Regent Street's shops and restaurants.
• The neighboring boutique-style Lensfield is also about halfway between the train station and the city center.

Budget Hotels:

• You can walk through the park to city center colleges from Travelodge Cambridge Newmarket Road , or there's a bus stop right in front; underground parking is free.
• There's also a bus stop at Ashley Hotel , or you can walk across the river and over Midsummer Common to the center in about 20 minutes. Rooms here have safes, coffee and tea-making, and free Wi-Fi.
• For lodgings with history, choose a student room with a full English breakfast and Wi-Fi included in Christ's College Cambridge , founded by the mother of Henry VII in 1505 and the college of Charles Darwin.

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This is a place where no one blinks if you're having the time of your life while changing the world. Where else can you rub tweedy elbows with status-quo-challenging scholars, drop into a hypnotic African drumming dance class, or scoot into a bar for the best bacon-topped burger of your life? (Seriously, you'll dine well here in the land of cult-worthy restaurants.) No matter which neighborhood you find yourself in, Cambridge's scene teems with eclectic energy. When you have nearly four centuries' worth of compounded history and the gorgeous Charles River to wake up to, everyday, each moment in the city is worthy of joy—curious, infectious, slightly mischievous joy.

We're just around the bend from Boston, in close walking or subway-ing distance. See what thousands of Cantabrigians call home sweet home. After all, Cambridge is a place where all are welcome to pledge geekdom to anything (and everything). Bauhaus architecture, antique bikes, craft cocktails, sriracha pickles, glass-blowing, international law, post-rock cover bands—knock yourself out, whatever it is.

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In the European tradition, the “Squares” of Cambridge are charming neighborhoods rich in fine dining, eclectic shopping, theaters, museums and historical sites.  Each square is a vibrant, colorful destination with a personality all its own, offering a unique selection of everything from restaurants, shopping and music to technology and innovation.

WHERE IS HARVARD SQUARE?

If you can see Harvard University, the Harvard Coop, and the Harvard “T” station, you’re standing in it! World famous for its extensive collection of cool boutiques, sidewalk cafes, snappy jazz and palpable energy, Harvard Square is festive until the wee hours any night of the week.

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There is a public toilet located in MacArthur Park near Church Street. The facility is a stand-alone gray kiosk located on the sidewalk. 

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To learn more about the unique neighborhood personalities around each corner of Cambridge, check out the brief descriptions of the other neighborhoods in our Visit section under Neighborhoods.

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This historic city and its world-renowned University has something unique and special to offer to visitors. Here you can explore well-preserved medieval architecture and historic academic institutions, experience the various cultural sites including museums, galleries, libraries, music, and theatre, and enjoy the leisure activities like punting, shopping, and dining. Whatever your interests, Cambridge is an incredible and unforgettable place to be!

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• Ascension Parish Burial Ground.
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• Cambridge University Botanic Garden.
• Petersfield.
• Coleridge Recreation Ground.
• Fitzwilliam College.
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• St Edmund's College.
• Cambridge Rugby Union Football Club.
• Cambridge Railway Station (Train Station).

Cambridge Bus Station (Coach Station) is not shown on the map, but is located in Drummer Street.

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