Cambridge
Cambridge
Cambridge stands as a fascinating blend of academic excellence and historic character in the UK. The city is home to one of the world's oldest universities, dating back to 1209, with beautiful college buildings that give Cambridge its distinct look. The iconic King's College Chapel with its magnificent fan vaulting and stained glass windows is one of the most recognizable landmarks.
Punting on the River Cam offers a unique perspective of the city, allowing views of the mathematical bridge and the Bridge of Sighs. The Fitzwilliam Museum houses an impressive collection of art and antiquities, while the Cambridge University Botanic Garden showcases plants from around the world.
Beyond its academic fame, Cambridge has a lively market square, cozy pubs, and charming bookshops. The city has been home to many brilliant minds including Stephen Hawking, Charles Darwin, and numerous Nobel Prize winners. Its scientific contributions are significant - the structure of DNA was discovered here by Watson and Crick in 1953.
The annual beer festival and summer Shakespeare performances in college gardens add to the cultural calendar. Cambridge manages to feel both timelessly traditional and vibrantly contemporary, making it much more than just a university town.
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Things to do in Cambridge
Top things to do in Cambridge by www.timeout.com
Where to stay in Cambridge
Best hotels in Cambridge:
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Gonville Hotel (luxury hotel)
Overlooking Parker's Piece, the Gonville Hotel is just a 5-minute walk from Cambridge’s historic centre. It features free high-speed WiFi, optional on-site parking, and complimentary bike hire.
Rooms are spacious and modern, with smart valet service via QR codes, flat-screen TVs, air conditioning, and sleek bathrooms.
Guests can enjoy locally sourced British dishes in the Terrace Restaurant, along with breakfast, afternoon tea, and evening meals. The hotel is within walking distance of Cambridge University, the train station, and main shopping areas.
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Express Cambridge (medium range hotel)
Rooms feature modern amenities including air conditioning, 32-inch TVs, work desks, free Wi-Fi, tea/coffee, and en-suite bathrooms with power showers.
Guests can enjoy a restaurant, a bar with sports on a widescreen TV, and a complimentary breakfast buffet featuring hot and cold items such as eggs, bacon, pastries, cereals, and more.
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