Cambridge Things To Do

One of the first things you will want to knowbecause six of the Universities colleges back onto
when you get to this varied and exciting city isthe river here. The area, from Silver Street
exactly what are the best Cambridge things tobridge in the south to Magdalene Street bridge in
do? It of course depends who you speak to,the north is notable for the colleges expansive
what you want from your holiday and how longlawns and gardens and provides the perfect
you are staying, but as a general rule some thingsescape from the hussle and bustle of the city.
that all visitors should make an effort not to missTaking this route will also take you under the
are:world famous Bridge of Sighs, a treat in itself.
Cambridge University. - The University is actuallyThe Fitzwilliam Museum The Fitzwilliam museum
made up of several colleges, the most famous ofprovides a perfect day out for all the family,
which is Kings College. So rather than plan to visitespecially if the weather takes a turn for the
'The University' it pays to do some research andworst. The museum has one of the largest
decide which of the colleges most interests youcollections of fine art in the country, along with
and plan your trip around that. Most of them aredisplays of medieval armour and ancient pottery.
within fairly close proximity but a few are a bitIt is within easy reach of the city centre and has
further out of town so it is worth putting somechildren's activities all year round.
planning in to avoid wandering aimlessly around theCambridge Market Square Cambridge market
town.square has been around for centuries and is still a
Alternatively there are many tours that you cangreat place to grab a bargain. The friendly and
book and they will take you around the mostjovial stall holders sell everything from CD's to
interesting colleges accompanied by a guide. This isspecialist cakes and breads. The market is in the
probably the best option if you are on a limitedreal heart of Cambridge and from here you can
stay and/or do not want the hassle of organisingcontinue shopping in the more upmarket side
the route yourself.streets, dine in Bridge Street or visit Kings College
Punting and The Backs - The River Camchapel, all within walking distance. The market is
meanders seductively through this great city andopen all week but is at it's most vibrant on a
there is no better way to enjoy it than by takingSaturday.
a guided punt, at your leisure, in the summer sun.There are many other Cambridge things to do
If you wish you can choose to punt yourself andsuch as visiting the Botanical gardens and walking
stop off on one of the riverbanks for a picnic, orthe grounds at Anglesey Abbey but the above
champagne and strawberries!should hopefully give you an indicator of the things
One of the most beautiful and serene places tothat most tourists try not to miss out on.
go punting is along, the Cambridge Backs, so called