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united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/riverside

Riverside

A peaceful stretch of the River Cam in Cambridge, perfect for riverside walks, punting views, and quiet moments by the water.

Cambridge
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/cambridge-museum-of-technology

Cambridge Museum of Technology

Explore Cambridge’s industrial heritage in a historic Victorian pumping station with interactive exhibits, original steam engines, and family-friendly activities.

Entrance on Riverside. The Old Pumping Station, Cheddars Ln, Cambridge CB5 8LD
4.4 Very Good 273 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridgeshire/attraction/cambridge-retail-park

Cambridge Retail Park

A vibrant retail and leisure hub just minutes from Cambridge city centre, offering extensive shopping, dining, and fitness options with ample free parking.

Newmarket Rd, Cambridge CB5 8WR
4.2 Very Good 4,230 reviews
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Cambridge Walking Tours

Explore Cambridge’s rich history and hidden gems on engaging guided walking tours led by expert local storytellers.

14, Lynfield Court, Chesterton, Cambridge CB4 1DP
5 Excellent 2 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/old-town/attraction/the-centre-for-computing-history

The Centre for Computing History

Explore the interactive evolution of computing history at Cambridge’s vibrant Centre for Computing History, where vintage tech comes alive.

Rene Ct, Coldham's Rd, Cambridge CB1 3EW
4.8 Excellent 612 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/newnham/attraction/newnham-open-air-boat-club

Newnham Open Air Boat Club

Historic riverside rowing club at Newnham College, Cambridge, blending pioneering women's sport with serene outdoor waterside charm.

Cambridge CB4 1JN
united-kingdom/cambridge/old-town/attraction/stourbridge-common

Stourbridge Common

Historic riverside park and nature reserve in Cambridge offering scenic walks, wildlife, play areas, and a rich medieval heritage.

15-16 Mercers Row, Cambridge CB5 8HY
4.5 Excellent 716 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/newnham/attraction/cambridge-working-mens-club

Cambridge Working Mens Club

A friendly, no-frills social club on East Road offering Motown nights, pool leagues and intimate live-music evenings in a classic community setting.

125 East Rd, Cambridge CB1 2TX
4.3 Very Good 74 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/vue-cinema-cambridge

Vue Cinema Cambridge

Experience the latest films and special events in the heart of Cambridge at Vue Cinema, where modern comfort meets vibrant entertainment.

The, Grafton Centre, Cambridge CB1 1PS
4.4 Very Good 2,533 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge-fens/attraction/the-grafton

The Grafton

A modern shopping centre in Cambridge offering diverse retail, dining, and community-friendly amenities in a vibrant, accessible setting.

46 Grafton Centre, Cambridge CB1 1PS
4 Very Good 8,954 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/old-town/attraction/midsummer-common

Midsummer Common

A vibrant riverside green space in Cambridge, blending natural charm with lively community events and scenic outdoor recreation.

Cambridge CB5 8DJ
4.5 Excellent 2,124 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/coldham-s-common

Coldham's Common

Historic common land transformed into a vibrant nature reserve and expansive park in east Cambridge, blending heritage with wildlife and recreation.

United Kingdom, Cambridge
4.5 Excellent 260 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge-fens/attraction/the-tram-depot

The Tram Depot

A lively Cambridge pub blending hearty food, craft beers, and live jazz nights in a welcoming, modernized historic setting.

5 Dover St, Cambridge CB1 1DY
4.2 Very Good 1,081 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/jesus-college-university-of-cambridge

Jesus College, University of Cambridge

Historic Cambridge college with stunning architecture, tranquil gardens, and versatile modern facilities in a central city location.

Jesus Ln, Cambridge CB5 8BL
4.6 Excellent 126 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/jesus-green

Jesus Green

Historic riverside park in Cambridge offering open green spaces, tennis courts, a children’s playground, and one of Europe’s longest outdoor pools.

Jesus Green, Cambridge CB5 8BL
4.6 Excellent 4,446 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridgeshire/attraction/cambridge-gateway-from-india

Cambridge Gateway from India

Experience Cambridge’s vibrant modern heartbeat where contemporary design meets lively urban culture, stunningly lit by night.

Ditchburn Pl, Cambridge CB1 2DR
4.8 Excellent 6 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridgeshire/attraction/christ-s-pieces

Christ's Pieces

A tranquil Victorian park in Cambridge’s heart, blending historic charm with vibrant green space and community spirit.

15 Emmanuel Rd, Cambridge CB1 1JW
4.5 Excellent 1,808 reviews
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All Saints Church

Discover Cambridge’s Painted Church, a Victorian Gothic masterpiece adorned with exquisite hand-painted interiors and stunning stained glass artistry.

Jesus Ln, Cambridge CB5 8BP
4.5 Excellent 28 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/david-parr-house

David Parr House

Discover the hidden Victorian masterpiece of artisan David Parr, where every wall tells a story of craftsmanship and passion in Cambridge.

186 Gwydir St, Cambridge CB1 2LW
4.9 Excellent 107 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridgeshire/attraction/cambs-antique-centre

Cambs Antique Centre

Discover timeless antiques and vintage treasures in a historic Cambridge brewery turned charming antiques centre.

1-2, Dales Brewery, Gwydir St, Cambridge CB1 2LJ
4.5 Excellent 40 reviews
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Dinky door: Ride and Park

Historic lock-keeper’s house beside Cambridge’s only River Cam lock, blending heritage charm with riverside tranquility.

Jesus Green Lock House, Cambridge CB4 3AX
5 Excellent 8 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/romsey/attraction/romsey-recreation-ground

Romsey Recreation Ground

A lively urban park in Cambridge offering sports, playgrounds, and green space for all ages to enjoy community recreation and relaxation.

94 Vinery Rd, Cambridge CB1 3DT
4.4 Very Good 356 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/parker-s-piece

Parker's Piece

Historic green heart of Cambridge where modern football was born and community spirit thrives across open lawns and iconic landmarks.

Cambridge CB1 1NA
4.5 Excellent 6,013 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridgeshire/attraction/bramblefields

Bramblefields

A peaceful urban nature reserve in Cambridge offering diverse habitats, rich wildlife, and serene green space for all to enjoy.

Laxton Way, Cambridge CB4 1FL
4.2 Very Good 51 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/romsey/attraction/romsey-r-sculpture

Romsey 'R' sculpture

Celebrate Cambridge’s railway heritage through the evocative Romsey 'R' sculpture, a community-inspired landmark at Cavendish and Mill Road.

1 Cavendish Rd, Cambridge CB1 3AE
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/christ-s-college-cambridge

Christ's College Cambridge

Explore centuries of academic heritage and tranquil gardens at Christ's College, a historic jewel in the heart of Cambridge.

St Andrew's St, Cambridge CB2 3BU
4.6 Excellent 167 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/scholars-punting

Scholars Punting

Experience Cambridge’s iconic colleges from a handcrafted punt with expert guides on the tranquil River Cam.

Scholars Punting, Thompsons Ln, Cambridge CB5 8AQ
4.9 Excellent 1,218 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/rutherford-s-punting-cambridge

Rutherford's Punting Cambridge

Experience the enchanting beauty of Cambridge's waterways with Rutherford's Punting, offering guided tours and boat rentals for all visitors.

Jesus Green Moorings, Quayside Boardwalk, Cambridge CB5 8AQ
4.8 Excellent 603 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/lets-go-punting-cambridge

Lets Go Punting Cambridge

Discover Cambridge’s historic charm on a serene, expertly guided punting tour along the iconic River Cam.

Landing Stage, Thompsons Ln, Cambridge CB5 8AG
4.9 Excellent 2,619 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridgeshire/attraction/alexandra-gardens

Alexandra Gardens

A peaceful Cambridge haven with vibrant flowerbeds, unique playgrounds, and a welcoming community spirit for all ages.

Carlyle Rd, Cambridge CB4 3DN
4.3 Very Good 128 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/christian-heritage

Christian Heritage

Discover Cambridge’s iconic 12th-century Round Church, a rare Norman circular landmark rich in history, architecture, and Christian heritage.

Round Church Vestry, Bridge St, Cambridge CB2 1UB
4.8 Excellent 4 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/the-round-church

The Round Church

Explore Cambridge’s medieval marvel: a rare 12th-century round church inspired by Jerusalem’s Holy Sepulchre, rich in history and Norman architecture.

Round Church Vestry, Bridge St, Cambridge CB2 1UB
4.4 Very Good 462 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/old-town/attraction/10-downing-street

10 Downing Street

Historic Georgian charm and British political legacy converge at Cambridge’s iconic 10 Downing Street.

10 Downing St., Cambridge CB2 3ER
3.7 Good 6 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/arts-picturehouse

Arts Picturehouse

A historic Cambridge cinema blending indie films, art deco charm, and a lively café-bar in the city centre.

38-39 St Andrew's St, Cambridge CB2 3AR
4.4 Very Good 2,057 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/market-passage

Market Passage

Discover Market Passage, a historic and charming alleyway blending Cambridge’s rich past with vibrant local culture in the city centre.

Cambridge
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/grand-arcade

Grand Arcade

A vibrant shopping centre in Cambridge’s heart offering diverse stores, dining, and festive events in a modern, accessible setting.

St Andrew's St, Cambridge CB2 3BJ
4.2 Very Good 12,260 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/lion-yard

Lion Yard

A vibrant, centrally located shopping centre in Cambridge offering diverse stores from budget to premium in a welcoming community setting.

St Tibb's Row, Cambridge CB2 3ET
4.2 Very Good 2,133 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/romsey/attraction/romsey-town-post-office

Romsey Town Post Office

Compact, practical post office on Mill Road serving Cambridge’s Romsey neighbourhood with full counter services and a local high‑street atmosphere.

Co Opp, 240 Mill Road Near, Cambridge CB1 3NF
4.1 Very Good 76 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/romsey/attraction/romsey-mill

Romsey Mill

Cambridge's heartfelt charity hub empowering youth and families through education, mentoring, and community spaces since 1980.

Romsey Mill centre, Hemingford Rd, Cambridge CB1 3BZ
4.6 Excellent 55 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/sedgwick-museum-of-earth-sciences

Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences

Explore 4.5 billion years of Earth’s history in Cambridge’s oldest geology museum, featuring fossils, meteorites, and iconic collections.

University Of, Downing Pl, Cambridge CB2 3EQ
4.7 Excellent 750 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/all-saints-garden-art-craft-market

All Saints Garden Art & Craft Market

Discover Cambridge’s charming Saturday market where local artisans showcase unique handmade crafts in a tranquil garden setting.

All Saints Garden, Trinity St, Cambridge CB2 1TQ
4.4 Very Good 189 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge-fens/attraction/house-of-wizard

House of Wizard

Discover a magical world of Harry Potter collectibles and fantasy treasures in the heart of Cambridge’s Market Hill.

5 Market Hill, Cambridge CB2 3NJ
3.3 Average 27 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/market-hill

Market Hill

Market Hill is Cambridge’s historic marketplace, alive with centuries of tradition, vibrant stalls, and rich community spirit at the city’s core.

Cambridge
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/st-john-s-college

St John's College

Walk through centuries of Cambridge history at St John’s College, home to the iconic Bridge of Sighs, a magnificent chapel, and tranquil riverside gardens.

St John's College, St John's St., Cambridge CB2 1TP
4.6 Excellent 188 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge-fens/attraction/gardenia

Gardenia

Lively Greek takeaway in Cambridge serving authentic flavors late into the night at budget-friendly prices.

2 Rose Cres, Cambridge CB2 3LL
4.1 Very Good 883 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/newton-s-apple-tree

Newton's Apple Tree

Discover the historic apple tree at Trinity College that inspired Newton’s theory of gravity, a living symbol of scientific genius and Cambridge heritage.

Porters Lodge, Trinity St, Cambridge CB2 1TQ
4.5 Excellent 873 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/cambridge-market-square

Cambridge Market Square

Discover the vibrant heart of Cambridge’s culture and commerce at Market Square, a historic open-air market with global flavours and local crafts.

Market Hill, Cambridge CB1 0SS
4.5 Excellent 3,507 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/castle-hill/attraction/rose-quarter-cambridge

Rose Quarter Cambridge

Discover Rose Quarter Cambridge, where historic charm meets vibrant culture in the heart of the city’s iconic Trinity Street.

Trinity St, Cambridge CB2 1TA
5 Excellent 2 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/scudamore-s-punting-company

Scudamore's Punting Company

Glide through Cambridge's historic waterways aboard a traditional flat-bottomed punt, guided by knowledgeable locals or steering your own course.

Quayside Punting Station, Magdalene St, Cambridge CB5 8AB
4.4 Very Good 940 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/museum-of-archaeology-and-anthropology

Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology

Explore two million years of human history through captivating artefacts and world cultures at Cambridge’s Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology.

Downing St., Cambridge CB2 3DZ
4.7 Excellent 300 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/old-town/attraction/archaeolink

ArchaeoLink

Connecting Cambridge’s past and present through community archaeology and public engagement at the heart of the city’s academic quarter.

Division of Archaeology, Downing St., Cambridge CB2 3ER
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/cambridge-central-mosque

Cambridge Central Mosque

Discover the UK's first eco-friendly mosque, blending stunning Islamic architecture with sustainable innovation and serene gardens in Cambridge.

309-313, Mill Rd, Cambridge CB1 3DF
4.9 Excellent 2,023 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/magdalene-college

Magdalene College

Discover Magdalene College, a serene riverside Cambridge gem blending medieval charm with academic heritage and stunning architecture.

Magdalene St, Cambridge CB3 0AG
4.6 Excellent 69 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/university-museum-of-zoology

University Museum Of Zoology

Explore the rich diversity of animal life and evolutionary history at Cambridge’s University Museum of Zoology, home to iconic specimens and free entry.

David Attenborough Building, Downing Pl, Cambridge CB2 3EJ
4.7 Excellent 1,764 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/the-church-of-our-lady-of-the-assumption-and-the-english-martyrs-cambridge

The Church of Our Lady of the Assumption and the English Martyrs, Cambridge

A majestic Gothic Revival Catholic church in Cambridge, famed for its soaring spire, rich history, and vibrant spiritual life.

Hills Rd, Cambridge CB2 1JR
4.7 Excellent 955 reviews
united-kingdom/cambridge/attraction/great-st-mary-s

Great St Mary's

Discover Great St Mary’s, Cambridge’s historic university church with stunning Gothic architecture and panoramic city views from its iconic tower.

The University Church, Senate House Hill, Cambridge CB2 3PQ
4.6 Excellent 1,382 reviews

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