Cambridge

How to Get to Cambridge

Cambridge is easily reachable via London, England!

The closest airports to Cambridge are London Heathrow (about 2 hours from Cambridge) & London Stansted Airport (about 45 minutes from Cambridge).

By train, Cambridge is only 1 hour away from London. From Cambridge Train Station, it is a 20 minute walk to the center of Cambridge University.

What to Do in Cambridge

Cambridge is home to the prestigious University of Cambridge dating back to 1209 AD.

Explore the University of Cambridge! This prestigious medieval university is one of the oldest in the world! It has 31 colleges, prominent city-wide buildings, and 18,000 students.

Combine two classic Cambridge experiences into one tour—a walking tour of Cambridge University and a punting cruise along the Cam River. First, embark on a tour of the prestigious university colleges and get an insight into student life from your Cambridge University graduate guide. After admiring architectural highlights like King’s College, Trinity College, and The Senate House, hop aboard a traditional punt for a cruise. As you glide along the river banks, enjoy unbeatable views of The Backs, the picturesque parks, and colleges that line the waterfront. This is the #1 recommended tour in Cambridge and sells out quickly! Reserve your spot here.

Take a walk through the Cambridge University Botanic Gardens!

In the center of Cambridge is King’s College Chapel, a beautiful Gothic Cathedral built in the 1400s!

Ride a punting boat down the River Cam! Punting was developed in the medieval ages so that boats could pass through areas of shallow water and is now part of England’s traditional heritage. This is such a fun and relaxing thing to do! Get your tickets here.

Take a private Cambridge punting tour, which takes you past the backs of multiple colleges, such as Magdalene, and King’s. You’ll see beautiful views that can only be reached by water and have direct access to your punter to ask questions about Cambridge. Book this private punting tour here.

The main street in Cambridge is St. Andrews Street which turns into Sidney Street. Both streets are full of amazing shopping, cafes, & restaurants!

Green Street and St. Mary’s Street also have great stores & restaurants, and Cambridge Market Square has amazing stalls filled with gourmet food & handicrafts to explore!

Visit the Fitzwilliam Museum, which houses a vast collection of antiquities from ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome. Admission is free!

Stop by the Scott Polar Research Institute/Polar Museum and enjoy the artifacts, history, & exhibits about British polar exploration!

Visit the University Museum of Zoology and browse their collection of 2 million zoological specimens and exhibits on animal life.

The Cambridge American Cemetery and Memorial is a memorial to 10,000 American military service members and civilian volunteers who fought for freedom during World War II.

Here are more recommended activities & tours you can do in Cambridge!

Want to see more of England?Take a day trip to Bath, the Cotswolds, London, Liverpool, or Oxford!

Where to Eat in Cambridge

The Cambridge Chop House is a favorite restaurant in Cambridge for visitors & locals alike.

Into Greek Food? The Olive Grove is delicious!

Navadhanya & Taj Tandoori are both excellent dining options if you love Indian Cuisine!

Vegetarian/Vegan? This plant-based restaurant is highly recommended – Stem & Glory Cambridge.

Want more options? These restaurants have been rated the Best Restaurants in Cambridge according to google reviews.

If you are looking for the top Michelin star rated restaurants in Cambridge, look no further than here.

Where to Stay in Cambridge

There are so many great hotel options in Cambridge! I suggest trying to stay in the city center if you are looking to walk everywhere.

If you are looking for luxury hotel recommendations in the city, I recommend–

All are fabulous places to stay!

For more great hotel options, check out the recommendations further down the page. Prices and availability vary depending on the season.

Weather in Cambridge

The weather here varies depending on what time of year it is and the current weather patterns.

The warm season lasts from June to September, with an average daily temperature above 67°F. The hottest month of the year in Cambridge is July, with an average high of 71°F and low of 56°F.

The cool season lasts from November to March, with an average daily temperature below 50°F. The coldest month of the year in Cambridge is February, with an average low of 36°F and high of 46°F.

Teddy's Tips for Kids in Cambridge

Traveling with kids? Teddy Traveler has compiled a list of his favorite activities for you and your kids to do while here! Here are some of his favorites –

Take a punting boat ride down the river cam! Get your tickets here.

Explore the botanic gardens, and take in all the beautiful flowers and plants in the greenhouses too.

Try an escape room! There are a few of them around town.

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