Things to Do in Cambridge
Cambridge is a small, level city that is simple to cover on foot or by bicycle. A day here is mostly about quiet streets, water and open green space.
Colleges and old streets
The university's colleges fill much of the heart of Cambridge, and some have courtyards or gardens that visitors may see. Access varies with the term and the day, so check before you go rather than assuming a gate will be open.
The university's colleges fill much of the heart of Cambridge, and some have courtyards or gardens that visitors may see.
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On the River Cam
The Cam runs through the city, and punts, rowing boats and walkers all share its banks. A hired punt is the classic way to see the water, though it takes some practice. A riverside path is easier and calmer if you would rather keep dry.
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Commons and greens
Open grass lies on both sides of the river, with room to walk, sit and watch the boats. These spaces are public and busy on sunny days, and they are among the easiest places to relax in the city. Bring a rug if you want to sit, and expect the ground to be damp in spring.
Open grass lies on both sides of the river, with room to walk, sit and watch the boats.
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Out to Grantchester
The village of Grantchester lies south west of the city and can be reached on foot across meadows beside the river. If you prefer, a short bus or taxi ride takes you there. Allow a few hours and finish with a drink in the village.
The village of Grantchester lies south west of the city and can be reached on foot across meadows beside the river.
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Museums and galleries
A good number of the museums and galleries here are linked to the university and cover art, science and archaeology. They suit a rainy afternoon, though some keep shorter hours than the shops, so check first.
A good number of the museums and galleries here are linked to the university and cover art, science and archaeology.
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Trains to other towns
Direct trains run from Cambridge station to London and to Ely, the small cathedral city to the north. The fens beyond are flat and open and make for a very different afternoon from the colleges. Both trips are comfortable day outings, and trains run often enough that you rarely need to plan to the minute.
Direct trains run from Cambridge station to London and to Ely, the small cathedral city to the north.
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Getting around Cambridge
The station sits some distance from the middle, so allow time for a bus, a cab or a walk. Once in the centre, bicycles and feet are the fastest ways about, and cars crawl. If you hire a cycle, lock it every time, because an unlocked bicycle is an easy target.
The station sits some distance from the middle, so allow time for a bus, a cab or a walk.
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Adults only
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Cambridge in brief
- The collegesCourtyards and gardens, with limited access
- River CamPunts, rowing boats and riverside paths
- GrantchesterA village reached across meadows
- ElyA small cathedral city to the north by train
Frequently asked questions
It helps, since the main sights sit near one another. You can also walk the centre comfortably in a day.
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