A Visit To Cambridge – Cambridgeshire

There is so much to do and see in Cambridge – Cambridgeshire that you can easily get lost for days in all of the events, activities, and sites. There is an event or festival almost every week the entire year round in Cambridge. A person can attend the Annual Musical Festival, Arts Festivals, a Shakespearean season, just to name a few.

There are pubs, restaurants, and cafes on every street and corner. You will immediately notice the activity and excitement that the students of the colleges bring with them to this city. The colleges are beautiful and each one has a unique architectural element that you will want to see.

When you visit St. Mary’s Cathedral, you can climb the tower and see all of Cambridge below. The steep and narrow staircase is well worth the effort when you reach the top and see the glorious expanse of the entire city. There are many museums dotting the city that provide displays of artifacts dating back to the Neolithic times.

When you need respite and relaxation, you can wander through the forty acre Cambridge Botanical garden. This garden, opened in’46, is a wonderful assortment of pathways, fountains, and floral beauty set in the center of Cambridge. Visiting the themed glass houses will take you from the tropical forest to the arid desert in flora and fauna. The time spend at the garden will allow you to immerse yourself in the quiet beauty of England and prepare you for more adventures and activities in the city.

There are many walking tours available in Cambridge led by a guide who gives information on many of the points of interest for different locations throughout the city. In addition, you can take a tour on an open top bus and see many of the sites that are often overlooked when one is visiting for the first time.

Punting is a popular sport in Cambridge and visitors can participate by riding in a punting boat on the River Cam. There are also several historical sites that can be seen from the River. When visiting Cambridge you will find that there is an abundance of theatre and arts activities with numerous galleries and exhibits throughout the city.

Visitors will find that accommodations are available in small bed and breakfasts toward the centre of town. There are also some beautiful hotels located along the River and in other locations throughout Cambridge. The prices of accommodations vary greatly depending on which event is occurring when you come to the City.

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