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Museums

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    Grand museum of art and antiquities

    • Must know: Closed Mondays
    2 tips
    • Free entry
    • Allow two hours
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    Intimate house and gallery of modern art

    • Must know: Closed Mondays
    2 tips
    • Free entry
    • Book timed house slots
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    Global archaeology and anthropology collections

    • Must know: Closed Mondays
    2 tips
    • Free entry
    • Totem pole is a highlight
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    Fossils and geology, including an Iguanodon

    3 tips
    • Free entry
    • Great for families
    • Check opening days
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    Scientific instruments and models

    3 tips
    • Free entry
    • Small museum, 45 minutes
    • Closed weekends
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    Skeletons and specimens incl. a fin whale

    3 tips
    • Free entry
    • Check reopening hours
    • Closed Sundays
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    Scott Polar Research Institute exhibits

    • Must know: Closed Mondays
    2 tips
    • Free entry
    • Compact, 1 hour
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    Victorian pumping station with working engines

    3 tips
    • Open limited days
    • Check steam days
    • Small entry fee
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Before you go: Cambridge tips

Transportation

  • Take the train from London: Fast trains run from King's Cross and Liverpool Street; book advance tickets or use a railcard to save.
  • Cycle like a local: Cambridge is flat and bike-friendly; rent a bike, use lights after dark and follow the cycle lanes.
  • Use Park and Ride: If you drive, leave the car at a Park and Ride site, as parking in the center is limited and pricey.

Security

  • Lock your bike well: Bike theft is common; use a solid lock and secure it to a fixed rack.
  • Compare punting offers: Touts on King's Parade sell punting tours; compare prices and check what is included before paying.
  • Watch cyclists: Bikes move fast through narrow lanes; look both ways before stepping off the pavement.

Saving

  • Visit free museums: The Fitzwilliam Museum and Kettle's Yard house offer free entry to world-class collections.
  • Hear Evensong for free: Attend choral Evensong at King's College Chapel to hear the famous choir without paying entry.
  • Self-punt in a group: Hiring a punt and steering it yourself, split among friends, costs less than a chauffeured tour.

Weather/Clothing

  • Pack for changeable weather: Cambridge is fairly dry for England, but bring a waterproof layer for sudden showers.
  • Dress warm in winter: Cold winds blow across the flat Fens, so a warm coat, hat and gloves help in winter.
  • Bring layers for summer: Summer days are pleasant; pack light clothes and a sweater for punting into the evening.

Cultural

  • Keep off the grass: College lawns are usually reserved for fellows; stick to the paths unless signs allow otherwise.
  • Check college opening: Colleges may close to visitors during exam term in spring; check before planning your visit.
  • Drink at The Eagle: This historic pub is where the discovery of DNA's structure was announced; look for the RAF graffiti ceiling.

Local Hacks

  • Walk to Grantchester: Follow the meadows along the river to Grantchester for tea in the Orchard tea garden.
  • Try a Chelsea bun: Fitzbillies is known for its sticky Chelsea buns, a Cambridge treat.
  • Explore Mill Road: This street is packed with independent shops and international food, away from the tourist crowds.

1-day itineraries in Cambridge

Only have a day? Each one keeps you in one area, from morning to late afternoon, with lunch nearby.

Day 1 of 3

Mathematical Bridge and around

🕘 9:30–16:00📍 5 stops

  1. 1Mathematical Bridge
  2. 2Corpus Clock
  3. 3King's College Chapel
  4. 4Great St Mary's Church
  5. 5Trinity College
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Day 2 of 3

Kettle's Yard and around

🕘 9:30–14:15📍 4 stops

  1. 1Kettle's Yard
  2. 2Round Church
  3. 3Bridge of Sighs
  4. 4Cambridge Museum of Technology
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Day 3 of 3

Fitzwilliam Museum and around

🕘 9:30–16:30📍 4 stops

  1. 1Fitzwilliam Museum
  2. 2Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology
  3. 3Polar Museum
  4. 4Cambridge University Botanic Garden
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