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Best Things to Do
Top 20 Best Things to Do in Cambridgeshire [2025]
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University of Cambridge
4.6
/5
591 reviews
8.0
Based on 844 reviews
Cambridge City Center | 590m from downtown
Phone +441223337733
Address: The Old Schools, Trinity Ln, Cambridge CB2 1TN, United Kingdom
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 day
No. 1 of Family-Friendly Attractions in Cambridgeshire
Highlights:
Punt through seven elegant bridges
Charming sunset & Bridge of Sighs
Saved by 181 users215 positive reviews
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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.
Great to see the famous University buildings. Fantastic architecture.
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Cambridge Punting
4.2
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50 reviews
7.8
From AU$ 56.68
Cambridge City Center | 757m from downtown
Phone +441223782303
Address: Landing Stage, Thompsons Ln, Cambridge CB5 8AG, United Kingdom
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
7 colleges & iconic buildings
Punt along the Cam River
34% positive reviews
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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.
Cambridge is a very clean place. The River Cam is a unique river here. The cruise ship is not very spacious, but it is nice to enjoy the scenery along the way. I like to come here to play.
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Trinity College
4.6
/5
167 reviews
6.8
Based on 522 reviews
Cambridge City Center | 380m from downtown
Phone +441223338400
Address: Cambridge CB2 1TQ, United Kingdom
Recommended sightseeing time: 0.5-1 hour
Highlights:
Newton's apple tree at entrance
Founded 1546 by Henry VIII
29% positive reviews
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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.
Trinity College, Cambridge is a haunting place known for its unique architecture and the largest enclosed courtyard in Europe. The College is respected for its rigorous academic atmosphere and outstanding academic resources. Trinity College is not only an academic mecca, but also a place where history and reality blend.
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Mathematical Bridge
4.3
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159 reviews
6.0
Based on 415 reviews
Cambridge City Center | 573m from downtown
Phone +441223335511
Address: Queens' College, Silver St, Cambridge CB3 9ET, United Kingdom
Recommended sightseeing time: 15-30 minutes
Highlights:
Colorful reflections on Jian River
Iconic 18th-century wooden bridge
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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 Mathematical Bridge is a bridge in Cambridge, England. It spans the River Cam on the campus of the University of Cambridge, connecting the campuses of Queen's College on both sides of the River Cam, between Trinity College and Trinity Hall. The Mathematical Bridge is its unofficial name, and its official name is just "Wooden Bridge". The Mathematical Bridge was designed by William Etheridge II and built by James Essex in 1749. The Mathematical Bridge was rebuilt in 1866 and 1905, but the original design has not changed. The bridge has now been replaced by a new bridge, with wooden strips arranged in an arc to support the bridge, and other horizontal parts to form a triangular structure to fix the bridge. This structure effectively uses wood without wasting it, and borrows the arch design commonly seen in stone bridges to strengthen its structure.
However, there are several theories about the design of the Mathematical Bridge: 1. The bridge was designed by China, and some special mathematical equations were used in the design, which gave it the name of the Mathematical Bridge. 2. The bridge was designed by an ordinary student. The design of the bridge (weight and angles) was very precise, and not even a nail was used. A professor was amazed when he saw the bridge and wanted to dismantle it to understand the design of the bridge. However, after the professor dismantled the bridge, there was no way to rebuild the bridge using the original design, so the professor rebuilt the bridge using nails. 3. The bridge was designed and built by Newton. Like the second legend, his design did not use a nail. After seeing the design of the bridge, the students dismantled the bridge, but there was no way to rebuild it. However, this statement is not true because Newton died 22 years before the bridge was built.
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The Corpus Clock
4.3
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80 reviews
5.7
Based on 609 reviews
Cambridge City Center | 332m from downtown
Phone +441223338000
Address: 58 Trumpington St, Cambridge CB2 1RH, United Kingdom
Recommended sightseeing time: 15-30 minutes
Highlights:
Time's 2008 Best Inventions
Latin inscription & historical significance
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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.
The clock that eats time is also a very interesting little place. The clock facilities are relatively simple and the entire clock area is also a relatively wide area. This metal clock is also a display of performance art.
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Bridge of Sighs
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170 reviews
5.2
Based on 359 reviews
Cambridge City Center | 537m from downtown
Phone +441223338600
Address: St John's College, St John's St, Cambridge CB2 1TP, United Kingdom
Recommended sightseeing time: 5-10 minutes
Highlights:
Popular photo spot for tourists
Neo-Gothic ornate landmark bridge
28% positive reviews
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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.
Cambridge is so beautiful. I really want to stay here forever. Even if I can't study, it would be very pleasant to read a book and take a walk every day. It's a pity that there is only one hour left in Cambridge in the itinerary.
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Great St Mary's
4.1
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74 reviews
4.8
Based on 366 reviews
Cambridge City Center | 257m from downtown
Phone +441223747273
Address: The University Church, Senate House Hill, Cambridge CB2 3PQ, United Kingdom
Recommended sightseeing time: 1-2 hours
Highlights:
View Cambridge from the tower
Cambridge University Bishop's Chapel, 1478
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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.
The Church of Our Lady in Cambridge is also a great place to visit. There are some nice buildings in many places in Cambridge College, and the photo-taking areas are also very special.
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Xu Zhimo Memorial Stone
4.4
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42 reviews
4.7
Cambridge City Center | 571m from downtown
Phone +441223331100
Address: King’s College Bridge, River Cam, Cambridge CB2 1TL, United Kingdom
Recommended sightseeing time: 10 minutes
Highlights:
Poetry monument & King's College Bridge
"Poem engraved on King's lawn."
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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.
In King's College, I saw many Chinese people taking photos around a stone carved with Xu Zhimo's "A Farewell to Cambridge". The second and third bars of "A Farewell to Cambridge" were also carved on the ground next to the stone (PS, I really don't understand how Xu Zhimo knew that there were water chestnuts in the soft mud of the River Cam [covering face]).
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The Fitzwilliam Museum
4.5
/5
72 reviews
4.7
Based on 3,744 reviews
Cambridge City Center | 586m from downtown
Phone +441223332900
Address: Trumpington St, Cambridge CB2 1RB, United Kingdom
Recommended sightseeing time: 2-3 hours
Highlights:
Greek temple architecture in Cambridge
Titian & masters' 144 paintings
30% positive reviews
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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.
Some amazing artwork. Loved the impressionist paintings and magnificent hall as well as the Impressive Egyptian and Greek expositions.
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River Cam
4.6
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215 reviews
4.5
Based on 2,452 reviews
2.7 km from downtown
Phone +441223927331
Address: United Kingdom
Recommended sightseeing time: 45-60 minutes
Highlights:
Cambridge University riverside views
Symbol of Cambridge University's evolution
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The beautiful River Cam, located in Cambridge University, is the symbol of Cambridge University. The different bridges on the River Cam, and the poet Xu Zhimo's popular poem "Farewell to Cambridge", make people yearn for Cambridge University and love.
Beautiful landscape well worth visiting while in Cambridge. A lovely way to spend an afternoon walking by this river
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