Food Scene
2018 will be Midsummer House’s 20th anniversary and its history is fascinating. This Victorian villa is on Midsummer Common on the banks of the River Cam amongst a number of Cambridge University Colleges.
The service matches the cooking, the wine list is majestic but the bill can be a little wince-worthy. Its style is theatrical and melding of utter technical brilliance with a wild imagination, this restaurant is among the most unforgettably good in Britain today, and it would be unpardonably vulgar to put a price on that.
Simply our favourite place to eat in Cambridge for a special occasion - book well in advance!
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Midsummer House
2018 will be Midsummer House’s 20th anniversary and its history is fascinating. This Victorian villa is on Midsummer Common on the banks of the River Cam amongst a number of Cambridge University Colleges.
The service matches the cooking, the wine list is majestic but the bill can be a little wince-worthy. Its style is theatrical and melding of utter technical brilliance with a wild imagination, this restaurant is among the most unforgettably good in Britain today, and it would be unpardonably vulgar to put a price on that.
Simply our favourite place to eat in Cambridge for a special occasion - book well in advance!
The Chelsea Buns at Fitzbillies are world famous.
If you haven't tried these sticky treats then you're seriously missing out.
Fitzbillies also offer dinner service, a full menu of tasty dishes and other amazing cakes.
It is best to book in advance as it gets very busy.
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Fitzbillies
51-53 Trumpington StThe Chelsea Buns at Fitzbillies are world famous.
If you haven't tried these sticky treats then you're seriously missing out.
Fitzbillies also offer dinner service, a full menu of tasty dishes and other amazing cakes.
It is best to book in advance as it gets very busy.
Arts & Culture
Recently voted the East of England's most popular free attraction, you can visit this spectacular building - and see the more than half a million artworks in its collection - for nothing!
The Trumpington Street museum contains some remarkable collections from the ancient world.
A very good option for a rainy day!
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I-Fitzwilliam Museum
Trumpington StreetRecently voted the East of England's most popular free attraction, you can visit this spectacular building - and see the more than half a million artworks in its collection - for nothing!
The Trumpington Street museum contains some remarkable collections from the ancient world.
A very good option for a rainy day!
The chapel is a very popular tourist site and one of the most recognisable buildings in England.
The English Gothic structure was built between 1446 and 1515.
A trip to the historic building is worth the admission fee.
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I-Kings College Chapel
King's ParadeThe chapel is a very popular tourist site and one of the most recognisable buildings in England.
The English Gothic structure was built between 1446 and 1515.
A trip to the historic building is worth the admission fee.
Parks & Nature
More than 8,000 different plant species are displayed in 40 acres of beautiful landscape in Cambridge 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.
It's only a short walk from the station and the city centre.
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Botanic Gardens station
More than 8,000 different plant species are displayed in 40 acres of beautiful landscape in Cambridge 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.
It's only a short walk from the station and the city centre.
Sightseeing
There are more than 30 colleges in Cambridge so if you want to learn more about the university, or see beautiful architecture, then you have plenty to choose from.
Each college has a different policy on admitting members of the public so check out the list of Cambridge University college opening times and which ones let you in for free.
Double check individual college entry details on their websites as the rules can change.
Or you can book an Official Guided Walking Tour of Cambridge that will show you several colleges.
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University Of Cambridge
74 Trumpington StreetThere are more than 30 colleges in Cambridge so if you want to learn more about the university, or see beautiful architecture, then you have plenty to choose from.
Each college has a different policy on admitting members of the public so check out the list of Cambridge University college opening times and which ones let you in for free.
Double check individual college entry details on their websites as the rules can change.
Or you can book an Official Guided Walking Tour of Cambridge that will show you several colleges.
It's not always easy to get around the city centre when it's packed with crowds.
One of the nicest ways to see the sights is by punt.
Whether you get a tour, or self-punt, you can see the beautiful backs from the river.
Or if punting is not your thing, you can also go on boat tours near the Plough pub or you can get in a canoe to Grantchester.
Visit Scudamores for more information.
River Cam or Granta
It's not always easy to get around the city centre when it's packed with crowds.
One of the nicest ways to see the sights is by punt.
Whether you get a tour, or self-punt, you can see the beautiful backs from the river.
Or if punting is not your thing, you can also go on boat tours near the Plough pub or you can get in a canoe to Grantchester.
Visit Scudamores for more information.
If you fancy a walk in the countryside, then Grantchester village is only a mile or so away from the city centre.
The meadows are a perfect place for a lazy Sunday walk.
And if you fancy a bite to eat, there's a selection of pubs to choose from like The Red Lion or The Rupert Brooke.
If it's a sunny day, Orchard Tea Gardens is well worth a visit as it's amongst one of the nicest places to have afternoon tea in the city.
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Grantchester
If you fancy a walk in the countryside, then Grantchester village is only a mile or so away from the city centre.
The meadows are a perfect place for a lazy Sunday walk.
And if you fancy a bite to eat, there's a selection of pubs to choose from like The Red Lion or The Rupert Brooke.
If it's a sunny day, Orchard Tea Gardens is well worth a visit as it's amongst one of the nicest places to have afternoon tea in the city.
The unique circular building is definitely one to visit.
Cambridge's second oldest building is architecturally stunning.
The historic landmark has been visited by Bill Gates, the Dalai Lama and Queen Victoria.
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The Round Church
Bridge StreetThe unique circular building is definitely one to visit.
Cambridge's second oldest building is architecturally stunning.
The historic landmark has been visited by Bill Gates, the Dalai Lama and Queen Victoria.
The Bridge of Sighs came into being because the building of New Court made necessary a second crossing of the river between it and Third Court, and New Court's architect seized the opportunity for some more charming and allusive romanticism. It must be noted, however, that the only real similarity between the Bridge of Sighs and its Venetian namesake is that both of them are covered bridges. Today it is part of the main thoroughfare through the College and used daily by those who live and work here.
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Bridge of Sighs
The Bridge of Sighs came into being because the building of New Court made necessary a second crossing of the river between it and Third Court, and New Court's architect seized the opportunity for some more charming and allusive romanticism. It must be noted, however, that the only real similarity between the Bridge of Sighs and its Venetian namesake is that both of them are covered bridges. Today it is part of the main thoroughfare through the College and used daily by those who live and work here.
Drinks & Nightlife
If you fancy a short break and a pint or a glass of prosecco during your sightseeing, then the Eagle is the one for you.
Interesting fact: it was the pub where Francis Crick announced that he and James Watson had discovered DNA (and they were right!)
The old large pub also includes an RAF bar with graffiti of Second World War airmen covering the ceiling and walls.
The Eagle serves a mean fish and chips.
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Eagle
Bene't StreetIf you fancy a short break and a pint or a glass of prosecco during your sightseeing, then the Eagle is the one for you.
Interesting fact: it was the pub where Francis Crick announced that he and James Watson had discovered DNA (and they were right!)
The old large pub also includes an RAF bar with graffiti of Second World War airmen covering the ceiling and walls.
The Eagle serves a mean fish and chips.
The Plough pub in Fen Ditton - a village just a few miles from the centre - provides one of the best pub gardens in the summer.
You can sit out on the river bank with a refreshing pint and watch the rowers go by, plus there's also a great selection of food if you get hungry.
And there are plenty of other beautiful beer gardens in Cambridge too so make sure you visit a few.
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The Plough
Green EndThe Plough pub in Fen Ditton - a village just a few miles from the centre - provides one of the best pub gardens in the summer.
You can sit out on the river bank with a refreshing pint and watch the rowers go by, plus there's also a great selection of food if you get hungry.
And there are plenty of other beautiful beer gardens in Cambridge too so make sure you visit a few.
Shopping
Grand Arcade is the region's leading shopping destination. Located in the centre of Cambridge, our award-winning shopping mall features an unrivalled mix of 60 premium and high street retailers, over two sky-lit floors to create a truly exceptional shopping experience.
You’ll find all your favourite stores including Topshop, Topman, Apple, River Island, Victoria’s Secret PINK, Hollister, The White Company, Hobbs, Russell and Bromley and a flagship John Lewis department store. It doesn’t end there; step outside and visit our St Andrews Street boutiques which include Ted Baker and Links of London. For a full list of stores and all the latest offers and trends, visit their website.
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The Grand Arcade
Saint Andrew's StreetGrand Arcade is the region's leading shopping destination. Located in the centre of Cambridge, our award-winning shopping mall features an unrivalled mix of 60 premium and high street retailers, over two sky-lit floors to create a truly exceptional shopping experience.
You’ll find all your favourite stores including Topshop, Topman, Apple, River Island, Victoria’s Secret PINK, Hollister, The White Company, Hobbs, Russell and Bromley and a flagship John Lewis department store. It doesn’t end there; step outside and visit our St Andrews Street boutiques which include Ted Baker and Links of London. For a full list of stores and all the latest offers and trends, visit their website.