Top 20 Best Things to Do in Cambridge
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Top 20 Best Things to Do in Cambridge

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  • University of Cambridgetop_1
    󰺂8.1
    Cambridge.Cambridge City Center1.7 km from downtown
    trip best small logoFeatured in 2026 Europe 50 - Family-friendly Attractions
    Highlights:
    󱓊Punt through seven elegant bridges
    󰋄Charming sunset & Bridge of Sighs
    󱨠Saved by 187 users󱨠210 positive reviews
    4.6/5
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    The University of Cambridge (Cambridge) is a leading research university based in Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England, using a traditional collegiate system. It is a member of the Russell Group, the Global University Presidents Forum, the Global Alliance of Universities, the International Applied Science and Technology Development Network, and the Cambridge University Health Partnership. It has fostered the "Silicon Fen" technology hub and is known as a "Golden Triangle University" and a "G5 University." The University of Cambridge is the second-oldest university in the English-speaking world and the fourth-oldest surviving university in the world. Founded as a scholarly society in 1209, it boasts eight museums, a library system with over 15 million volumes, and the world's oldest publishing house, Cambridge University Press.

  • Cambridge Puntingtop_2
    󰺂7.8
    23.05
    Cambridge.Cambridge City Center2.1 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱓊7 colleges & iconic buildings
    󱨜Punt along the Cam River
    󱨠36% positive reviews
    4.3/5
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    Having a boat trip in Cambridge can give a good experience of punting on the River Cam and also get lots of interesting stories about each college at the University of Cambridge. However, the cost of it is quite expensive.

  • King's College Chapeltop_3
    󰺂6.8
    28.01
    Cambridge.Cambridge City Center1.5 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱨜An outstanding example of post-Gothic architecture
    󰀆Acoustic appeal of daily worship concerts
    4.0/5
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    This is where the British king is crowned. Many members of the British royal family and aristocracy are buried here. The architecture is magnificent and worth a visit for those interested in European history and culture.

  • Trinity College
    4
    󰺂6.7
    Cambridge.Cambridge City Center1.6 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱨜Newton's apple tree at entrance
    󰀆Founded 1546 by Henry VIII
    󱨠28% positive reviews
    4.6/5
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    Travel into Trinity College, Cambridge, with not only beautiful atriums and fountains, but also ancient libraries. The college, built by King Henry VIII of England, has been through the storm and has become one of the largest, most financially powerful and most reputable colleges in Cambridge University. Its deep academic heritage and remarkable historical status are unique and worth a visit.

  • Mathematical Bridge
    5
    󰺂5.9
    Cambridge.Cambridge City Center1.4 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱓊Colorful reflections on Jian River
    󰀆Iconic 18th-century wooden bridge
    4.3/5
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    Visit the "Mathematical Bridge" attraction at Cambridge University. The bridge cleverly connects the college buildings on both sides of the Jianhe River, which connects not only the physical bridge of the college, but also the history and modernity, and is worth a visit.

  • The Corpus Clock
    6
    󰺂5.5
    Cambridge.Cambridge City Center1.3 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱓊Time's 2008 Best Inventions
    󰀆Latin inscription & historical significance
    4.3/5
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    This photo was taken at night, so the clock is a little unclear. However, standing in front of it and watching it ticking forward, I still feel a little nervous. After all, no one can control time.

  • Bridge of Sighs
    7
    󰺂5.1
    Cambridge.Cambridge City Center1.8 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱨜Popular photo spot for tourists
    󱓊Neo-Gothic ornate landmark bridge
    󱨠28% positive reviews
    4.7/5
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    The Bridge of Sighs is a covered bridge in Cambridge, England. It belongs to St. John's College, Cambridge University. It was built in 1831 and spans the River Cam. The architect was Henry Hutchinson. It is named after the Bridge of Sighs in Venice.

  • Great St Mary's
    8
    󰺂4.9
    Cambridge.Cambridge City Center1.4 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱨜View Cambridge from the tower
    󱓊Cambridge University Bishop's Chapel, 1478
    4.0/5
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    The Great St. Mary's Church in the heart of Cambridge is not only a landmark of Cambridge University, but also has a beautiful view of Cambridge. The Great St. Mary's Church is the center of Cambridge's musical life and still bears the religious rituals of Cambridge University. Worth a visit.

  • Xu Zhimo Memorial Stone
    9
    󰺂4.7
    Cambridge.Cambridge City Center1.5 km from downtown
    Highlights:
    Poetry monument & King's College Bridge
    󱓊"Poem engraved on King's lawn."
    4.4/5
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    Xu Zhimo's poetry monument is also a very interesting landscape in the school. This poetry monument is also a place to commemorate Xu Zhimo. It is of great commemorative value. Xu Zhimo is also a very famous poet in China.

  • The Fitzwilliam Museum
    10
    󰺂4.7
    Cambridge.Cambridge City Center983m from downtown
    Highlights:
    󱓊Greek temple architecture in Cambridge
    󰋄Titian & masters' 144 paintings
    󱨠29% positive reviews
    4.4/5
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    It is worth visiting, especially the ceramic exhibition halls, which have so many varieties, ages and a wide range, which is not easy to find. They include fine ceramics discovered in many European countries, porcelains from Iran, China, Vietnam, Thailand, North Korea and other countries in Asia, many of which are rare treasures.

What Best Things to Do are there in Cambridge?
These are all Best Things to Do in Cambridge:University of Cambridge, Cambridge Punting, King's College Chapel, Trinity College, Mathematical Bridge
What are some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Cambridge?
Some highly-rated Best Things to Do in Cambridge include:University of Cambridge:4.6, Cambridge Punting:4.3, Trinity College:4.6, Mathematical Bridge:4.3, The Corpus Clock:4.3
At what locations in Cambridge can Best Things to Do in Cambridge be found?
The Best Things to Do in Cambridge are mainly located in:University of Cambridge:Cambridge, Cambridge Punting:Cambridge, King's College Chapel:Cambridge, Trinity College:Cambridge, Mathematical Bridge:Cambridge
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