The 38 best parks in Cambridge

A tranquil botanic gem in a busy city! An extraordinary garden of plants with some beautiful tree species. Easily accessed via the Park and Ride there's room to explore, learn or just sit and relax. Add to this a cafe with great coffee and the biggest croissants I've ever seen thanks to Stir Bakery, it's a wonderful day out.

I recently visited the Cambridge University Botanic Garden in the evening, and it was one of the most peaceful experiences I’ve had in the city. The atmosphere was calm, quiet, and perfect for simply being yourself. Unlike many crowded spots, here you can slow down, breathe, and enjoy nature at your own pace. The garden is beautifully maintained with a huge variety of plants and trees from different parts of the world. Each plant is labelled with its scientific name, which makes the walk not only relaxing but also quite educational. I found it fascinating to see species that I would otherwise never come across. Whether you are someone who enjoys botany or just loves greenery, the diversity on display is impressive. What I especially liked about visiting in the evening was how tranquil it felt. The soft light made the colours of the plants stand out, and the paths were quiet enough to just reflect, think, or simply sit in peace. It’s the kind of place where you can take a slow stroll, spend time with yourself, or even bring a book and read under the trees. Overall, a must-visit in Cambridge for anyone who wants to escape the noise of the city and connect with nature.

The Botanical Gardens are always lovely any time of year. They are great value for money and very family friendly as they always have free activities for children and there is no charge for them to enter. Lots of lovely plants and different areas from the greenhouses to winter gardens. Only negative points...the food is very expensive and wasn't particularly good (a very bland salad today...apparently it was supposed to have raisins in...I got one! At £6 a bowl I expected flavour and *gasp* a dressing). The other is parking. Not the gardens fault, but there isn't any. This is particularly difficult for disabled people. You can park for 3 hours but that's very little time to visit given the extra time and effort it takes with a disability. There are NO disabled spaces and the pavement is is dangerous for either a mobility scooter or walking aid users. The Council needs to revaluate this! Also wish they'd keep the shop open till 5pm so you can buy stuff on the way out! They are missing a trick there.

I absolutely loved visiting the Cambridge Botanical Garden! It’s such a peaceful and beautiful place — full of colours, calm corners, and the gentle energy of nature. I could have spent hours just walking around and watching the flowers and trees. The glasshouses are amazing too! A truly magical spot to relax and feel inspired.

I had a lovely visit! It was a quiet Monday, and pleasant even with intermittent showers. It’s a good size - not overwhelmingly big (I found Kew too big for one day). The glass houses were a particular highlight but lots of other lovely areas like the herbaceous borders and the scented garden. The Rising Path was informative. I enjoyed a salad and drink for lunch at the cafe, which wasn’t busy. If you buy a ticket, you can leave and come in again on the same day which I did and was handy for me. I’ll definitely come again!

This is a magical destination, especially for those who love plants. Despite visiting on a weekday, there was a decent crowd, but it never felt overwhelming. There is so much to see in terms of plant life, and we were lucky enough to catch a glimpse of a banana tree in bloom. We were also grateful for the fully-stocked cafe, which provided much-needed cool drinks on a warm day.

We went there with family and we had a good time. Great place to visit when it’s not raining. To be honest it was one level of lower than my expectations also tickets could be £5 for adults , that would be much reasonable price rather than £8 . Free for children. Also for that large land scape they could do much activity for kids. But end of the our visit we left with positive feelings. Worth to visit.

One of my favourite green areas in Cambridge. Located just by the river Cam with plenty of benches, places to picnic and tennis courts. Very relaxing and people are very mindful to one another so one can really enjoy without disturbance.

A serene walk across Jesus Green. Bounded bybrowbhouse on 1 side, the river Cam on the other and a shady walk on the third. Tucked away in a corner are a couple of tennis courts Pigeons coo by the water way.. a pedestrian bridge gets you iver the lock. And if you want a pint find yourself at Byron Bear Pub. Where you can relax. Enjoy the scenery and the Punters on the river Bliss

Really nice and well maintained ♡ There is a kids playground that was a success for our little one. Lots of space to do grounding, picnics and beautiful scenery around the river.

Great place by the river Cam. It’s ideal for picnic and casual stroll. All the shops and high street is just few minutes away. It has tennis court. It’s dog friendly and has toilets and local coffee shop.

Stunning park, by the punting river. Concrete spaces for disposable bbq’s. Public toilets available. Id recommend!

Pride 2025. Cambridge. Had a great time! . Lot's of choice for food and drink. Kid friendly and dog's. Had portaloos and public toilets. The music was good. Had lot's of stalls. Had a few funfair rides. Not far from Cambridge town especially if you live in Cambridge. I've always loved the city Also done race for life 2025. Thanks to everyone! You all done well and you should be proud!. 😎😁👍. .

I remember when I land in UK this was the first place I visited the very next day after my college and it was in the midnight and since then it’s my all time favourite palace. I will recommend people to enjoy their couple of time with their family and play some games you might enjoy being here.

A very good place to visit, lots to see and do, and teaming with wildlife. There are plenty of places to have a picnic. I found it easy to push my mothers wheelchair around, with most areas accessable. My only gripe is that the so-called free parking is so hard to negotiate, the system kept coming up with, system full. So I ended up buying a ticket, which is very frustrating 🙃. Anyway, don't let that put you off from going.

This was my first visit, and I was genuinely impressed by how beautiful and scenic the area is. The views of the lakes are absolutely breathtaking, and the variety of wildlife makes it even more special — I spotted cormorants, swans, moorhens, and ducks during my walk. I really enjoyed the range of walking trails available, which cater to different distances and fitness levels. Along the way, it was great to see other visitors enjoying outdoor activities like cycling, paddle boarding, and even laser tag — there’s something for everyone here. I stopped for a coffee break at the lovely cabin overlooking the lake, which added to the experience. The atmosphere was calm and refreshing, perfect for relaxing and taking in the surroundings.

First time visiting. A really beautiful and picturesque place with stunning lakes and wildlife. Spotted cormorants,swans, moorhens, ducks. I loved the different trails giving options of different length walks. It was nice to see other activities such as bike hire and tracks , paddle boarding, laser tag. Stopped for coffee in the stunning cabin with lake views. There is a parking fee which could be cheaper however the park is in great condition. A great way to get those steps up and spend with loved ones

This is my initial visit. It is an exceptionally beautiful and scenic location featuring breathtaking lakes and diverse wildlife. I observed cormorants, swans, moorhens, and ducks. I appreciated the variety of trails available, offering walks of different lengths.It was enjoyable to witness other activities such as bike rentals and paths, paddle boarding, and laser tag. I took a break for coffee in the magnificent cabin that overlooks the lake. There is a parking fee, which could be reduced; however, the park is well-maintained. It is an excellent opportunity to increase your step count and spend quality time with loved ones.

Lovely park to walk, walk the dog or play with the kids. Great walks nice safe play area and plenty of things going on. Don't miss the cafe nice food and drinks and a great view over the lake. Dog friendly every where. Stopped off for a break on a long journey it was great.

It's a lovely country park with plenty to do. There is a good playground for kids, but they have now introduced other activities such as axe throwing. The walks around the lakes are lovely and mainly crushed stone or dried mud. Wear wellies in winter or after rain if you want to walk around the lakes. Parking is a few pounds for a couple of hours and then there is a day rate. I'd rather pay for parking and have nice facilities.

Nice park with lots of space, but was a bit disappointed that there were no swimming areas / beach, would make it so much better!

Nothing much else than a big lawn so they decided to stick a huge Ferris wheel in the middle of it. I liked the pole at one end with rules of football but there’s not much else to do here. Would consider going here for a picnic or if you’re into running it would be good for that

Loved the Cambridge Christmas market. We found parking less than 10 walking minutes, and the park itself had a bit of everything for everyone. From churros to crepes (for sweets lovers), ice skating, and the unmissable city view wheel, everything is outstanding. There are lots of outside bar areas to enjoy a mug of mulled wine or a bear, a Christmas tree maze, and lots of stalls with homemade decorations. Definitely recommend you to pay a visit (was not busy at all, considering was a Sunday afternoon).

Lovely, open green space. Enjoyed a great evening of comedy at the Cambridge Comedy Garden. Would highly recommend the Parker's Piece and the comedy event.

Beautiful green space in Cambridge England. Bus stop next to the space. Easy to get to and family friendly. Take the fam for a picnic and a football match.

My happy place when I was in Cambridge. A big open ground with plenty of chairs and so much history around.

Foodies Festival with great top musicians as I went on 6th of July 2025. Suitable for all ages and disabilities on Parkers piece in Cambridge

A lovely piece of land to relax and enjoy the days sun. Very much a community enjoyed space with students predominantly making the most of getting together and some selling items such as cake. Lovely to see the big wheel which was added attraction and made a lovely opportunity to see over the city 😀

Absolutely wonderful place to visit, have been going for over 30 years. From the house and its grounds, to the guided walks learning the history including back to when it was an ancient fort. There’s the remains of the plane that crashed in the woods in WW2 to the bird hide and well maintained paths which make it so much more accessible. The tree tunnel at the back toward the Roman Road is wonderful all year around and the maintaining of the area is done brilliantly. A recent addition of a pop up cafe in a horse box is great for a cheeky treat at the end of a long walk. Finally the flowers from January- April are a carpet of beauty and the Highland cows are very entertaining.

Lovely ramble this morning with my sons. Threat of rain above but it stayed away. We did a full lap of the park but did the reverse route. We saw no one until your walk back to the car park- and every dog we saw was off a leash 🤣 even when there were signs posted pretty much everywhere saying to keep them on a lead!! 🤦🏻‍♀️ Boys thoroughly enjoyed and always good to get out and get fresh air.

Amazing place ! MUST to be, in your visit list, if you come to visit Cambridge! I love this forest/park country park! We’ve spend a full day and we still didn’t see all the park. Is amazing how you can “lost” in nature and is amazing how every time we discover something new. At the moment is a small track that serve hot drinks but also cold drinks like ice coffee, love it. Small fee for the parking, £3.15 for fu day. Amazing space.

Beautiful park just outside Cambridge. Parking is just over £3 for the whole day, dog friendly (on lead) and has a small pop up cafe as well. Great walk on a nice day and lovely views of Cambridge and beyond

I recently visited this Forest Park and was amazed by the beauty of the area. From the vast meadows to the majestic trees, Forest Park has something for everyone. The park's trails take you through a variety of different environments, from prairies to forests and even wetlands. The trails are also fairly well-maintained, making them easy to navigate. The park also has plenty of picnic areas and playgrounds, making it a great place to spend the day with family or friends. Another great thing about Forest Park is the variety of wildlife that can be seen. I saw several species of birds, deer, and other animals while exploring the park. All in all, Forest Park is an amazing place to explore and enjoy nature. Highly recommended!

Amazing park 🏞️. Very nice for running, for walking, go with family and friends, etc. Just in the beginning you can see how green is everything. I went with a friend and we really enjoyed it. I felt the fresh air of the plants, the nature,the environment. I took deep breath all the time I could and the feeling of that was so comfortable. We could see also Highland cattles what was really cool. There are electrified fences so obviously you can't approach very close to them. This country park is highly recommend! 😎

Came here for a nice nature walk, it was lovely highly recommend.

Midsummer Common is beautiful. Went there for the Cambridge half marathon and I had the best time ever!!

Beautiful towpath walk past the lido and boat houses

Open field with lots of grass and an open horizon. The portions near the River Cam are especially beautiful. You can walk by the River and watch people canoeing. Near the Victoria bridge there are benches between large shady trees and long grasses. You kind of feel like you are in an opening of a forested area even though you aren’t. The benches have memorial plaques on them to the late of us who also loved this beautiful spot in cambridge. True luxury and relaxation. I keep coming back.

Beautiful in spring, great views, good pubs nearby, lots going on of interest - punting, nature, tame cattle.

Calm and peaceful park November 1st there will annual fireworks 🎆 must visit time to this park

Nice grassy area, however, after this year´s hot summer, the grass is not as nice and green as one would expect. A stroll along the Cam is wonderful.

Wonderful place to spend the day, have a picnic, do exercise or just enjoy the sun. The river banks offers a nice view to relax with the swans and ducks in all their beauty.

A rather delightful park with a stream that people love to paddle in. Beautiful greenery all around to walk around or just lie down and take time out. There is a children's park with an assortment of play equipment. At times they have a splash pool open which is very popular. Look out for the icecream man if feeling hungry. There is some parking but this gets very busy so be warned. An enjoyable place to visit

At 6.30 each morning through summer, Cherry Hinton Hall Park is the most peaceful and attractive setting to walk your dog. Extensive gardens with mature trees throughout, wildflower plantings, and sprawling lawns. Time spent here is a great way to start the day

It’s a great place to rest as I am alone enjoying my time you might bring your friends and family to enjoy playing games together.

One of my favourite spots in Cambridge for a relaxing walk or picnic. Cherry Hinton Hall Park has that perfect mix of open green space, duck ponds, and big old trees that offer loads of shade on a hot day. There’s a small stream running through the park which gives it a really peaceful atmosphere, and if you like wildlife, you’ll often see ducks, moorhens, and even herons if you’re lucky. The playground is brilliant for kids and there’s usually an ice cream van nearby on sunny weekends. There are plenty of benches and picnic tables dotted around, and it never feels too crowded even on busy days. It’s also a great place to come during the Cambridge Folk Festival, which completely transforms the area into something magical. Definitely worth a visit whether you’re local or just passing through.

Considering the hot weather we've had, this is a very nice park with something for everyone to enjoy. The play area around the Paddling Pool is well kept with just a few of the toys out of action. The ice cream van gave us a lot of ice cream and was very nice.

Beautiful park with lots of fine native and exotic trees. Good children's play area with paddling pool. Ponds and stream popular with swans, ducks and other water birds. Secure, clean toilets.

Iv have been visiting cherryhinton Hall all my life as I lived next to it, many happy school holidays playing there, it has changed over there years,.area of the park look neglected and overgrown the grass is well mowed. This is a great park for families to come and picnic there is lots of open space for ball games. Play area and paddling pool is great for the children. Sadly now you have to pay to park, you need a app on your phone as no pay machine, this doesn't always suit us older generation.

Great time with my grandchildren. Beautiful surroundings. Cafe with snacks, drinks & floatable for sale. River close by with ducks to feed. Clean toilets. Chlorinated paddling pool. Great play equipment and heaps of space,

It is fun for children 3-9 years old , especially in summer with splash pool. The water manages well with very clean! Other play equipments are very good! And location is very beautiful, can follow the path for walking with dog! We love here!

My 7 year old son loved this playground on a recent visit to Cambridge. It's easily walkable from the city centre and we also visited the nearby Fitzwilliam museum. The padding pool looked great too and was operational.

Nice playground in the middle of the city, it is walking distance from the historical city centre. There's many reasons why this place is awesome, it has a river with many animals, tennis courts, ping pong tables, a very nice playground as well as a pool that is available during summer. We love coming here and just relax in the benches.

Lammas Land, named after the 3rd Earl of Lammas, is famed for its sweeping meadows and long tradition of communal fairs. Once the grounds of midsummer gatherings where villagers traded crafts, shared food, and raced chariots along the riverbank, its legacy now lives on in wide green spaces, children’s paddling pools, and the gentle hum of rowboats drifting down the Cam. Archaeologists even claim remnants of an ancient Egyptian settlement here, dating to 420 BC and used as a site of worship to Anubis; some artefacts of which can be found in the Fitzwilliam Museum

This is the place for good summer party, feels so great. Bring your own mat . Lovely place. Having swimming pool for children. So do bring swimming costumes.

A lovely park with lovely climbing frames and equipment and a big paddling pool for the kids. Don’t be fooled by the name though, for there are no llamas here. Unless they were just eating grass somewhere else that day.

The Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge is truly a gem—and completely free! Founded in 1816 from the personal collection of Richard Fitzwilliam, it has grown into a world-class museum with stunning collections of art, antiquities, manuscripts, and decorative arts. The building itself is beautiful, with grand galleries and a light-filled central hall. Highlights include works by Turner, Monet, and Van Dyck, as well as fascinating Egyptian, Greek, and Roman artifacts. Every corner has something to surprise you, from delicate miniatures to imposing sculptures. Whether you’re an art lover, history enthusiast, or just curious, it’s easy to spend hours exploring. A perfect cultural stop in Cambridge, and a must-see for both locals and visitors.

This is a fantastic museum and if you’re interested in art, it would be a reason enough to come to Cambridge, even if you have nothing else while you’re here. There’s a lot of nice impressionist paintings as well as other realist and pointillism from around the same time. As you could see in the photos, the Holdings for armory, Greek, Roman, Egyptian, ceramics are very extensive. I’ve got a big gift shop in a very nice little café on site as well. It’s really nice.

A true oasis of culture and beauty in the heart of Cambridge. Whenever I have a bit of time I like to walk in and get a good dose of inspiration. The museum never disappoints. The staff are lovely, helpful and friendly. I like the new, more modern display mixing various periods under different themes, it's refreshing. There are always fascinating temporary exhibitions too. The café and gift shop are also excellent. All in all, the Fitzwilliam museum is a must if you have more than several hours in Cambridge.

Very nice museum with a lots of different arts displayed from various era and places. If you like arts your place is here when you visiting Cambridge. The entry was free, the staff was polite and helpful all the way. Please make a note turn off your phone flash as it harms the the displayed arts. The staff also will ask you politely. You can take many photos as you want. Very diverse and nice collection. Recommended to visit it. I post pictures from my favourite part the armory.

now write me a short review of my trip to the fitzwilliam museum in Cambridge England. The visit to the Fitzwilliam Museum in Cambridge was a captivating exploration of art and history, offering an impressive collection that spans centuries and cultures. Highlights included the museum’s exquisite paintings and finely curated artifacts, each thoughtfully presented to tell its own unique story. The blend of classical and contemporary works created a rich, immersive experience, making the Fitzwilliam a must-visit destination for anyone interested in art, archaeology, and cultural heritage in a beautifully historic setting.

We only had time to visit the main museum but were not disappointed, some great pieces very nicely and clearly displayed. The building itself is simply stunning

Popped in for a few hours before my train, so unfortunately didn't get to see everything, but what I did see was impressive. There is definitely something for everyone here, with artifacts seemingly from all over the world, and from every time period, even some modern works of art. I particularly enjoyed the armory room, seeing all the weapons and armour is right up my street. The piece that struck me most was a firearm that was also an axe! I also really enjoyed seeing some of the old Chinese dynasties pottery, given how old it is and that other ancient cultures usually take the limelight, some artifacts were over 3000 years old! Definitely one to revisit and see what I missed the first time round!

We were lucky to have Cambridge bathed in sunshine. The city was buzzing, with people enjoying the river and the backs of the college's. Cambridge is at its very best, like this, with all the great restaurants to choose from and the busking in the streets, Cambridge is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city.

Very peaceful and great views of the colleges. Could be more accessible to the public — there are lots of gates in inconvenient places

Backs refers to River Cam in Cambridge where people go for a leisurely boat trip. Lot of Cambridge institutions maybe seen on the boat trip. Costs £20/- a person

Cambridge is a beautiful city. Every midsummer is buzzing with graduation balls at many of the colleges. I am fortunate to have lived there most of my childhood and adult life. I still love to visit there as a tourist.

Good place for a day trip from London

I was looking for a park to have a lovely scroll, the weather was not the best, but it was lovely anyway, nice views and plenty pathways to explore.

Historic back side of Cambridge with pastures and a park like setting. My son goes to school there so we walked the entire place. FOLLOW ME for more thoughtful recommendations as I travel the world 🌎

This place always been very favorite and very close to my heart. Amazing scenery with amazing people around. What a lovely and peaceful experience to spend time with Swan. Big fan of this place and was very close to my house.

Really lovely early morning walk along the pathway. Was nice to see a lot of rowers on the water. Managed to grab a coffee before a short walk, 1⅓ mile, into the town centre.

I walk my dog here every Saturday morning while my daughter rows. Good paths, lovely by the river with spots where my dog can drink and lie in the water without going into the river. Cows are very relaxed!

It's a beautiful river side for walking watch the swans along the river,watching the rowing boats rowing up and down the river people exercising by walking, or running,cyclists passing, and is so serene. Love going there for a walk with my husband and my dog.

Stourbridge Common is the best place where you have to go if you want to enjoy a nice and peaceful walk by the riverside. The scenery is picturesque and some days it looks like a postcard. It's never crowded and there are many spaces suitable for pic nics...only if cows are not around!

Nice place for afternoon walk. But it can be maintained well.

Ditton park footpath closed, so you'll have to head back to the green dragon bridge to get over the river. I think it's because of the bridge they're making for the Chisholm trail. Wide open field is good for dog walking. Cows hanging out on the north side of Stourbridge commons. Handy bike rail at overhead pass, if going over train tracks to the east. Nice to sit by the river and have a picnic. There's a decent amount of trees on the outskirts, but I really prefer Milton Country Park - it feels much more like a forest away from civilization. We also saw horses and ducks as well as cows, which my partner loved - but this park wasn't for me.

Beautiful Cathedral King’s College Chapel is an amazing architectural building of Gothic Art. Probably one of the most iconic landmarks in this city. We highly recommend the visit. It is very unique, but tremendously stunning!

Words are wasted here - one of the finest monuments to Perpendicular architecture anywhere. Go in, have your breath taken away, admire the paintings, and try and keep your heart in your chest. The fan vaulting is like no other. Pick a sunny, still day, and approach the college from the Backs, the classic side - you avoid the tourists, feel more like a student 😉 And when you are done, take some time sitting on the Backs, and appreciate that Rupert Brooke and others used to punt to here from Grantchester for their lectures. I'm guessing (hoping?) in straw boaters

Indeed a very very special place. We were lucky that a former student has shown us this area. With all the details and historical parts of the Kings college chapel. All these details are so special that you need to take the time to observe all the details of this chapel. The colors, the building architecture in relation with the stories is amazing. You can easily enter this chapel via the main entrance of the Kings College. Please do vist the total area which is amazing and combine this visit with the other College areas in Caimbridge.

There is a reason this is a must stop. The ceiling alone was worth the price of admission. The stain glass work was very human. It needs renovation. They seemed to admire the "modern man" in several panels which caught my attention. Yes, all the tourists stop here. . .for a reason.

Very beautiful place, nice place, i havent been punting but I would like to try👍. Lots of shops and places to eat near. Students who study here should be gratful for such a beautiful college✌️

Can only visit the chapel by attending a service. We went to Evensong - a truly uplifting place. It made me feel very humbled. The choristers were serene.

Visited for organ recital and evensong which is a good way to visit a chapel and spend some quiet time to admire the architecture. Both exterior and interior are stunning. There is no charge to visit a chapel if you come for church service. Otherwise the college has quite pricey sightseeing ticket.

It was one of the best experiences I have ever had. If you visit Cambridge, this should be definitely in your bucket list. To go punting in river Cam. It was a wonderful experience. You can book a boat for yourself, or you can share a boat, and if you're confident enough, you can ride on your own.

If you’re in Cambridge, make sure to go “punting” on the River Cam. Rent a boat for £30, spend a few hours paddling down the river. You’ll cross the Bridge of Sighs, the Mathematical Bridge, and many others. Many guided tours available. The red boats offer alcohol for sale. Excellent leisure activity in the afternoon with family or friends.

It was glorious going on the river with others punting. The guide was so well informed. It was a joyous experience

As soon as my boat start journey I feel I’m in a magical land for the time of my River Cam tour on the punt. Can’t explain the atmosphere in words. A must experience thing in the whole of Cambridge. The weather was cold but bright day and got some pics. I would recommend not focusing on taking pictures much coz you’ll loose the feel of the punting trip. This river is a source of great nature beauty, swans, bridges as well as colleges universities n many historical buildings. There must b lovely walks especially in summer or spring when the weather is on peak n gives u all to make an amazing atmosphere.

A charming riverside to spend your weekend! with some famous colleges to keep you architectural company...throw in a picnic and there you are in Paradise! 👍✌

I was in a magical land for that one hour in River Cam on the punt. Can’t explain the ambience in words. A must must visit in the whole of UK. We went in late November, but the weather was kind and got some amazing pictures. I would recommend not focusing on taking pictures much coz you’ll loose the feel of the punting trip.

The total experience of punting down the River Cam in the educational city of Cambridge was so awesome. It was exciting and calming at the same time, passing under various bridges and flanked by historic buildings like St. John's College and Queen's College among others. The views are picturesque and breathtakingly beautiful.

Even from the outside, the University of Cambridge is breathtaking. The historic buildings, grand colleges, and peaceful courtyards are full of charm and character. Walking around the city feels like stepping into a storybook, with stunning architecture and a calm, scholarly atmosphere. A must-see for anyone visiting Cambridge.

Hundreds of years of history, and stories of academic, political, and business success, and strong community engagement. There’s a fabulous market, the selection and prices are really good. Optimum dining and drinking establishments (ie ‘The Anchor’) and the best Chelsea buns, … at ‘Fitzbillies’ offer friendly and attentive service. There’s also the Time Eating Corpus Christ clock and a Gin Laboratory for additional fun. Punting is an option, prices vary so take note, and the sun can really beat down on a hot day. A great getaway, walk the many parks, ‘shop drop,’ and explore. You’ll love the visit. An easy ride from King’s Cross Station.. PS.. take the non stop direct run to Cambridge.

The city has an aura for heritage and is beautiful but my experience is it should be kept more clean. There are flies everywhere due to open bins.

Nice place. I mean study there must be beautiful i historical buldings. With river and boats and parks and caffes

Lots of history and tradition. Nice architectural buildings. It’s a good one day trip getaway.

It's more about just walking through the historical campus taking in the amazing scenery but also about learning the background how this place function. It is then easier to grasp how people who went through this place could contribute so much to science, mathematics, literature etc. This place is like the perfect garden bed with the right soils. The seeds are given the best possible conditions to grow, to blossom and some eventually into giants.

We did a day visit to Cambridge University and walked around a few of the colleges. Be prepared for all the tourists! Definitely recommend punting - we went with Scudamore’s. Unless you’re really good at navigating a punt through a crowded river, I’d suggest refraining from doing it yourself. Just relax, enjoy your wine and take in the stunning views. Pleasantly surprised with all the breakfast and lunch options available in the area. You won’t go hungry 😃

I found Cambridge Market Square underwhelming. For such a historic and vibrant city, I expected something more distinctive and rooted in the local culture. Instead, the stalls felt generic, selling things that could be found in almost any market elsewhere. There wasn’t much that felt uniquely “Cambridge” about it. The food options were particularly disappointing. Nothing stood out as something I’d want to try again, and the prices were on the high side for what was being offered. I wouldn’t really choose to eat there, especially when there are so many better places around the city. Overall, the market lacks character and originality. It doesn’t showcase local produce, crafts, or specialties in a way that would make it worth visiting. Honestly, there’s nothing that makes it feel like a must-see in Cambridge—it could just as easily be anywhere else.

Cambridge Market Place is a treasure trove of diversity and delight! With a vast array of shops selling everything from quirky souvenirs to mouth-watering dishes from around the world, you'll find something to suit every taste and interest. And if you're looking for fresh produce, you'll be spoiled for choice. A must-visit destination for anyone looking to experience the best of Cambridge's culture, food, and shopping - you won't be disappointed!

Cambridge is a market city, and stalls have been trading at the historic market square in the city centre since the middle ages. From Monday-Sunday, 10am-4pm, you will find stalls selling a wide range of goods including: Street Food, Books, Vinyl, CDs and DVDs Clothes, jewellery and bags Fruit and vegetables, fresh fish and health foods Second hand bikes Garden plants Mobile phones and accessories ...and much more!

Very expensive stuff (tourist prices) but a great variety of food & drink including organic, trinkets and souvenirs here. We had some nice Malaysian-Japanese take away. Cam Cattle sells great steak here at the weekend - sells quickly though so best to visit in the morning.

very busy local market, has few benches nearby for sitting down to eat/drink, worth to look around if you don’t know what to eat for lunch/dinner or simply just grab some snacks to munch.

Best place to find snacks and food during the weekend in Cambridge.

There weren’t as many stalls as I expected, to be honest. It’s quite small even smaller than some neighborhood markets back in Turkey. But we got lucky and found a Turkish stand selling gözleme, and it was absolutely amazing! That definitely made our day 🥹

This was a super fun experience just off the side of the bridge are built that you can either rent for a group or you can have them give you a ride. I should just going to the downstairs ones to the guy is in the green jacket. it’s a lot more affordable. I paid 20£ to go instead of 75 and they take you underneath the bridge in past most of the colleges in chapels and you can see a lot. It’s really fun. I suggest bring an umbrella because it was really hot and green sunscreen. I wish I did. lol and also bring some bread for you and for the ducks and geese, you can feed them along the river and it’s really fun

The Mathematical Bridge is one of Cambridge’s most famous and visually striking bridges, located at Queens’ College over the River Cam. Its official name is the Wooden Bridge, but it earned the nickname “Mathematical Bridge” because of its ingenious design, which relies on a series of straight timbers arranged in a precise, geometric pattern to form a self-supporting arch. The current version dates from the early 20th century, though a similar design has existed since the 18th century. The bridge’s construction often sparks curiosity and myths—one popular legend claims that it was built by Sir Isaac Newton without nails, and that students later took it apart and couldn’t put it back together. In reality, Newton had no involvement, and the bridge has always been carefully engineered with bolts. The bridge is a favorite spot for photography and sightseeing, especially when viewed from the river during punting. Its elegant wooden structure, combined with the reflections on the water and the surrounding college buildings, makes it one of the most charming and iconic scenes in Cambridge.

Iconic & Landmark Bridge in Cambridge The Mathematical Bridge is probably the most iconic bridge in Cambridge. It is beautiful and so unique. The way this was assembled in order to have no screws and just be auto-carried is an exceptional feat. Today It actually has some screws as they needed to make sure it remains, but still very impressive. This bridge is over the river Cam so Cam Bridge--> Cambridge has many bridges as the name indicates. This is one of the main features and can only be visited if you visit Queens college. Highly recommended by us!

An iconic Cambridge landmark with a fascinating story. The wooden bridge’s elegant design looks simple at first glance, but its geometry is surprisingly clever. Best viewed from the river or the nearby banks, especially when the light catches the wood against the water. A must-see for anyone exploring the city’s historic colleges.

Interesting little bridge with a quirky design, built entirely out of straight planks, but made to look like a natural arch. It is near one of the punting starting location's, so if you do decide to go punting then you'll be able to see it from another viewpoint and probably get more information that most people don't know.

Chiếc cầu gõ nhỏ nhắn bắc qua sông Cam liên kết từ những thanh gỗ có cấu trúc vòm khiễn nó vô cùng vững chắc. The Mathematical Bridge is a wooden footbridge in the southwest of central Cambridge, England. It bridges the River Cam about one hundred feet northwest of Silver Street Bridge and connects two parts of Queens' College. Its official name is simply the Wooden Bridge or Queens' Bridge. It is a Grade II listed building. The bridge was designed by William Etheridge, and built by James Essex in 1749. It has been rebuilt on two occasions, in 1866 and in 1905, but has kept the same overall design. Although it appears to be an arch, it is composed entirely of straight timbers built to an unusually sophisticated engineering design, hence the name.

Take a tour along the river and go Punting- Such a great way to learn about all the colleges and history, including mathematical bridge

The Church of St Mary the Great, often called Great St Mary’s, is one of the most important and historic churches in Cambridge. It stands right in the heart of the city, next to the marketplace and opposite the Senate House of the University of Cambridge. The church dates back to the 15th century in its current form, though there was a parish church on the site much earlier. It has long been tied to the University of Cambridge, serving as the official university church. For centuries, major university ceremonies and sermons were held here, making it central to academic life. Architecturally, it is a beautiful example of late Gothic style, with a tall tower that dominates the city center. Visitors can climb the tower, which offers one of the best panoramic views of Cambridge—the colleges, the market square, and even the countryside beyond. Inside, you’ll find elegant wooden galleries, a fine organ, and striking stained-glass windows.

One of the highlights building in Cambridge. It's very impressive construction, but the tower stands out. You have to climb the one hundred twenty seven steps to admire the vest overview of the city. The only 'but' could be that you have to pay almost nine euros to do it.

Beautiful Anglican Cathedral This is an iconic Church in the hypercentre of Cambridge. It sits right in front of Cambridge market and next to some of the top colleges. The building is beautiful and is historical dating back a few centuries. To be noted this is a great place also to climb up the stairs to get a view of Cambridge town centre. You can buy tickets in advance but you can also get them here too.

Reasonable sized church in the middle of Cambridge, which is free to enter, however to go up the bell tower it is £7.50. Outside the church is the very touristy area of Cambridge, so stepping inside for some peace and tranquility is much appreciated. Lovely stained glass windows and high ceilings make the church fairly impressive, although it doesn't take too long to see everything.

Was walking passed and saw a sign to climb up the tower, so I was sold. 123 steps gets you to the top where you get amazing views from one of the tallest buildings in Cambridge.

Beautiful views. Prepare for a bit of cardio on your way up and down! Well maintained and peaceful once at the top. Maybe bring a jumper as it can get chilly!

Original oak roof given by Henry the VII. Building about 500 years old. Roof protected by lead roof fitted by the Victorians.

Exploring the historic Round Church in Cambridge! ⛪ Its unique circular design and ancient architecture are absolutely captivating. A peaceful escape into history.

A walking tour around the centre of Cambridge and its numerous colleges of historical importance. The pace was measured and easy with lots to learn from our knowledgeable guide Martin. Would highly recommend, perfect duration and would say that the guide knew his subject and made it all interesting and enjoyable.

Beautiful Unique Church Architecture This is a landmark building in the UK and also for Cambridge. There are not that many Churches that are circular in this country. This particularly interesting Church dates back from the 12th Century. It is really beautiful & stunning, we all enjoyed visiting it.

It's The Church of the Holy Sepulchre, widely known as The Round Church. It's unique because of its design and its history. There are only 4 round churches there in England which are still standing. It's located in the center of Cambridge. It's not free to enter. It's worth visiting as it's different from other churches and got a well explained history behind the design.

Amazing insight into not only the church, but also Cambridge through history. The staff were lovely and very knowledgeable. A very interesting building. They also do tours.

Though it would be lovely if this building were still used as a place of worship and thus retained some of its sacred atmosphere, still it does not fail to impress as a beautiful example of sacred architecture in the round. Though the Templars are quite absent in any of the information given about the building and its times, their stamp is clearly upon it.

Jo was our tour guide for the University Walking Tour. She was incredibly knowledgeable, friendly and personable. She chatted with each of us and made herself available for any questions throughout the tour. Jo was extremely articulate and thorough in her explanation of different aspects of the university, and made sure to highlight connections between the university’s history and the Christian faith. I was very impressed with her emphasis on the most important foundational concepts of Christianity was blessed by her sharing of the gospel message. I would absolutely recommend this tour for anyone interested in a wonderful experience visiting Cambridge!

This museum is a bit of a hidden gem really. It's quite an unassuming building from the outside, but is surprisingly large inside, with 3 floors. Entry is free. It's an interestingly-designed building, with the first floor being visible from the second floor. This means that some of the larger and taller pieces (such as the impressive totem pole) within the museum can be seen from a height, which offers a different perspective. There are some great artefacts on display here, and a wide range of cultures and countries are represented. There is also plenty of information to read and learn from. The atmosphere inside the museum is quiet and relaxed. There are customer toilets on a few of the floors, and there is also a great gift shop on the ground floor. The staff member working there was very friendly and happy to help. It's a really good museum and totally worth visiting.

Truly great seeing so much of so many cultures in one place. Great to learn so much. I was happy to see the Goddess Durga murti (statue) was commissioned and not something 'collected' way back in the day. Though I do wish it was placed in a better position and not in such a corner of the museum.

We went looking for the Sedqwick Museum of Earth Sciences and found this too. It is actually at the opposite side of that museum at the arched gate. If you go right instead of left, you will find the door to the Museum of Archeology and Anthropology. This is also free to the public and consists of a few floors of exhibits. When you come in, you will be greeted by a receptionist who will explain what you will see. The store is also there for you to purchase any nice trinkets for home. On the first floor is an introduction to the 2 sciences and local historic finds in Cambridge. The second and third floors are an open concept display. The reason for this is the huge totem which reaches to the ceiling. The exhibits are broken down by country or group of people. Take your time as you could easily miss the smallest of details. On the lower floor, are more complete collections. You will also find the larger displays here since it is an open floor. Please be aware there are some displays that contain nudity. This is actually normal for anthropology studies, so don’t be too shocked by this. It is a great learning experience to see how other cultures live, not our own. On the upper floor we found makeshift displays so you can see some of the items in storage. There are also more regular displays for review. They also have murals and graffiti on the walls that are called ‘People and Stuff, a subversive collaboration.’ See what was and what is for our humanity as a whole. Maybe discover what will be as well from learning the past.

If you're looking for a place where you can immerse yourself in the diversity of cultures and history, the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology in Cambridge is an excellent choice. Although relatively small, the museum impresses with the richness of its exhibits – from prehistoric tools to art from Oceania and Africa, as well as fascinating everyday objects from around the world. The exhibitions are very well organized and clearly described, making even a short visit (about 1–2 hours) both informative and enjoyable. Special highlights include artifacts related to James Cook’s voyages and collections from indigenous cultures. The museum is particularly family-friendly – many exhibits spark children's imagination, and the peaceful atmosphere encourages exploration. Another great advantage is that admission is free, and its location in the center of Cambridge makes it easily accessible during a stroll around the city. The friendly and helpful staff further enhance the experience, often sharing additional interesting facts. In summary – this is definitely a place worth visiting, whether you are a history enthusiast, a travel lover, or simply looking for an inspiring stop in the heart of Cambridge.

Friendly museum with a diverse range of artifacts to explore. Treasure hunt sheets available to give kids a challenge. Split over three floors with different themes in each part. Free entry.

Another free museum that offers up history through the perspective of various ancient and not so ancient civilisations across the spectrum of time. The museum covers the ground floor and the upstairs floor, with the latter being the most fascinating as there is a wealth of artifacts from some of the oldest countries on earth and it's always a pleasure to consume knowledge about the everyday lives of different civilisations scattered across the earth. There is a very pleasant and relaxed atmosphere about this museum so you can take your time and absorb all there is to see here so definitely make a beeline for it if you happen to be in Cambridge and are looking for things to see or do.

A fascinating glimpse into human history, from ancient tools to striking ethnographic collections. The exhibits are well-curated and thought-provoking, highlighting both local discoveries and artifacts from around the world. It’s compact enough to explore in an hour or two, yet rich in detail — a hidden gem for anyone curious about our shared past.

This is a really nice shopping centre. It's not massive, but it's clean and modern. It has a good range of shops, including a large department store, a cinema and a library. There are several floors, although only the ground floor seems to be occupied with shops. The first floor appears to be completely under-utilised, as there are not too many shops there, and quite a few vacant units. The toilets are on the second floor and they are clean and well-maintained. There are lifts and escalators in the shopping centre, making it accessible for everyone. In contrast to the shopping centre being very modern, the car park is the complete opposite. It is very old and needs to be modernised. There are lots of tight turns and it is quite poorly lit in places. There are also lots of homeless people camped in there in tents, which makes it feel quite unsafe, especially in the evenings. They are often being very loud and I have witnessed them smoking and drinking in there too. They close the entrances to the shopping centre quite early, so if you need access to the car park, you have to go in via one of the side entrances. They don't really make this clear, so I was walking around for a while before I worked out how to get back in. Maybe they could let customers know this, by displaying the information on the closed gate? Overall, a decent shopping centre, but it has the potential to be so much better.

Toilets always have a queue, the soap dispensers never has any soap. The lifts are always out of order. The parking is astronomically expensive. I would not recommend this shopping centre to any visitor to Cambridge. Has the usual shops nothing unusual or particularly exciting. Theres only two floors and the second floor is not worth going to. All in all for all the swish decor its all looks but no substance.

The Grand Arcade is a shopping center with access to John Lewis at the far end on three levels. Can't give it many stars as shopping centers in my book are best avoided. The shopping center is on three levels. Most on the ground, a few up one level and toilets and gallery on the top. Love there is a Raspberry PI shop, hate there are mobile phone shops. Who buys a mobile phone from a bricks and mortar shop. The loos are up one level, at least the ones I found. On a second visit, and urgent visit they were closed. Luckily John Lewis is easily accessed and they also have loos on all levels. Costa for coffee, but it was closed.

Big shopping arcade in Cambridge. I love the selection of shops here

Good shopping mall in the center of the small town. The mall is spread across three floors. Good place to shop, eat and enjoy. Nicely decorated during the festive seasons. There is Tesla store on the ground floor. Nice place to spend with family.

Cambridge is an excellent place to visit. Botanical garden is excellent place. Very well maintained. Green house is very good. Excellent variety of cactus

I love visiting this place, all because of the beautiful people around I have been living here since last 1.5 years and still not done visiting this beautiful place well it’s not the place itself it’s the people 😀

Really, I would give two stars purely for the fact that most of the shops in Grafton are closed, for whatever reason. It's a nice space. We mostly visit for shopping. It is nice that there is a cinema on sight, seats are comfy, especially for the kids. Nice clean toilets and a decent space. Other than that, cannot really comment further.

Has been sold to be developed into science labs and student housing. Because CAMBRIDGE doesn't have enough of that, does it?! Whilst people who have lived here for decades are forced to deal with higher housing costs and a general lack of housing, the University, who has their claws dug into every venue in the city centre. decided more students are needed! The whole city has become a business, one that hardly sees its tremendous profits reinvested into the community, and this depresses me.

The area is really great, loads of places in this area, even there are a lots of eating places, shopping areas and even a mall. Most of the necessary items are found here. Also, lots of sitting place along with beaches or chairs are provided in this area. This makes travelling with elderly people easy if they want to take a a break somewhere for a few minutes.

Very nice with lots of parking space. But close to the payment machine stinks.

This shopping mall used to have a lot of shops which was great and fun but now it feels dead with only a few shops remaining. I understand its going to be a science lab or something, which is a new start and also a big change, but I will definately miss the times that the mall has lots of shops and things. Its so sad how all the big memories from this mall now come to an end....

Dead mall. Worth a visit should you want to be immersed in the vibe of lost civilization.

The Grafton has definitely improved compared to how it used to be, but it still feels like a work in progress. There are a few solid shops that make it worth a visit – I usually pop into H&M or Decathlon, and The Entertainer is great if you're shopping for kids. There's also Bubble CiTea and a Caffè Nero with some outdoor seating, which is nice when the weather holds. That said, some parts of the centre still feel a bit empty or in transition. You can see they’re aiming for something more modern and community friendly with all the redevelopment; new open spaces, a stronger focus on food spots, even plans for labs and office spaces; but right now it’s not quite there yet. It’s a decent place if you’re in the area, especially with Fitzroy Street right next to it, but I wouldn’t go out of my way to visit unless I needed something specific. Still, it’s heading in a better direction than a lot of older shopping centres.

"Christ's Pieces is a beautiful park in the heart of Cambridge. It's perfect for a relaxing stroll or a peaceful picnic.its not that much big park but The well-maintained gardens and open spaces make it a great spot to unwind and enjoy nature. Highly recommend a visit!"

Nice trees and grass. This park certainly adds a lot of value to the city centre. It provides a nice walk through greenery when you head over to the grafton / Jesús college

. Nice open green space. A lot of people were running and walking around. Good for young kids to play around. Toilets available. I just sit there to enjoy sunny day and my lunch I got from wasabi.

This park is a lung for the Cambridge main tourist area. You’ll find it near the bus station. In sunny days life is embraced here by both young and old who can be seen lounging in the grass and on benches soaking it all in. In a corner of the park you’ll find equipment for young children like swings, for example, near the tennis courts. Life is good at Christ’s Pieces. Praise God!

Nice park close to the city centre to have a relaxing walk or a have a picnic away of the busy streets.

Christ’s Pieces is a lovely spot to relax, right near the busy centre of Cambridge. Well-kept gardens, plenty of benches, and peaceful paths make it ideal for a quiet walk or picnic. Great place to unwind after sightseeing or enjoy a sunny afternoon.

I find this place better than Parker's Piece. There's lots of trees and flowers, there's a little grass bowling green, it's right near the bus depot so you can sit here instead to wait for your bus, and it just feels closer to nature. It's maintained beautifully and it's always a pleasure to just sit and reflect here. There's also a little children's play area at one end, and a memorial to Princess Diana in the middle with some benches, which is a nice place to sit and eat lunch.

It's got better over recent years I think but still needs improvement. Staff good in bowling area, always helpful and polite. Pool tables are crap though. Toilets ( Mens ) are awful and need checking more though it's the guys who use it who let the side down!!!!

Half machines don’t work ticket machines not working had to call over someone several times lost money in a machine due to a block and it was unblocked but never got money back. The big air table was the end when my Son paid by contactless payment it didn’t work had to wait over 15 minutes to get the £2 back then they unplugged the machine. We wanted to have a single game on the bowling alley there was 7 free lans was told we had to wait 2 hours. We were there around a hour what is more than enough time to have a game the 7 lanes were not used while we were there. At one point the front if one of the machines never us the front panel fell off what sums up this place falling apart and poor customer service what in my opinion is the most important. This was a family day out what up to then was great the punt boats on Cambridge was amazing and recommend but avoid the leisure park if you can.

Great 😁 had a good time! Haven't been in a time. But lot's of fun! Shall definitely go again sometime!

There will always be a place in my heart for the Olympic Village 🥇 Leisure Park, uncomfortably nestled between the cheeks of Hills Road and Cherry Hinton Road. Us old Cantabrigian Hills Road students used to park our cars outside the big iron gates of the long since abandoned cattle market, it was a free and forgotten piece of land back in the mid 1990s. They had already built The Junction back then, which sat alone on the outskirts of Cambridge. It did a good job of attracting bands and comedy acts that were too small for the Corn Exchange. My fond memories are probably 90% nostalgia and teenage excitement. Some French guy who was briefly in charge of the Millennium Dome oversaw the development of the Olympic Village in the early 2000s. Expanding on the popularity of the Junction, he atracted lots of restaurants, a cinema, bowling alley and hotel. All very corporate and chain orientated with very little imagination. It did well at attracting plenty of tracksuit wearing young athletes, who hung around after school eating sweets and smoking. The vibe is still the same, it tends to cater to locals that can't be bothered to catch a useless bus or pay £20 to park in town. We visited last week for a quick Wagamumma before heading home. The day had been full of cultural delights in the city centre, which contrasted painfully with the sterile towers and bright lights of Cambridge Leisure. The multistory carpark has it's own Google Maps listing, so there is no excuse for arriving into that car scraping hell hole unprepared for stress and anxiety. The tickbox mentality that dreamt up Cambridge Leisure didn't disapoint when it conceived a ridiculous carpark that cannot be driven around. The locals all park outside of the inappropriately located business units that fill up the area. Ignoring parking fine notices and the skips, we tried to find a free space but became concerned about getting clamped or boxed in. We arrived, parked with difficulty, ate a nice meal, and then we left. It's still the same old Olympic Village.

There were a lot of people, but the service was relatively fast. The ticket machine is calculating incorrectly. Parking is difficult. The turns are very narrow.

Always have lot of fun Great amount of entertainment and food option Environment is great

The table is full of glasses. Had to call someone 3 times to clean up. Bowling is great, just like other bowling. And for some reason, 4 arcade machine has no ticket in it. I literally have to wait 20min to call for someone to help. When we want to count the tickets, the machine is faulty again. Then have to wait another 10min for them to fix.

One of the best ways to see Cambridge. So easy and hassel free. Buy your ticket on the bus. The restrooms were spotless.

Great place to park west of the city of Cambridge. Lots of space, EV buses, toilets and info centre. Just £4 return for adults for the bus (and you can use your bus pass if it’s from anywhere in England I think). Just 10mins into Cambridge, traffic permitting

Easy to find, easy to park. Every 10 mins for a bus. 10-15mins to central Cambridge. £4 per person to ride. £0 to park for 18 hours. Better idea than finding a carpark in town.

This is a great place to park and get to Cambridge. Would definitely do it again. Parking is free up to 18 hours Oh just a little tip, if you have a bus pass with a red rose on it you can use it for free, so that's a bonus.

This is a good place to park your car, then ride the bus. Actually I rode my bike from there more often, but that still counts as park and ride, so the name is accurate. There's loads of parking here, and it's free. It is busy on college open days, and some drivers ignore the one way system, but otherwise it is a good car park.

Free parking for 18 hours! If you're just visiting Cambridge as a tourist, that's more than enough. The bus fare to the Cambridge city centre is £4 (including return). And these buses are very frequent. For Cambridge, I highly recommend doing a Park and Ride (any one of the ones near Cambridge) because parking in Cambridge is expensive and/or a nightmare.

Much easier than I thought it would be to use. Very user friendly with stacks of car parking and super regular buses. Brilliant way to get in and out of Cambridge. What is siper useful is you can pay the driver directly Luvverly jublieeeee

We had lovley time opted for 45min tour guide and 30min self punting. Our guide was so king and told us interesting stories about Cambridge's colleges. Self punting was so exciting however it was tough. The 'stick' is so long and sometimes it stucked in the mud. We had some collisions with other boats but it was still fun. Definitely must see in Cambridge🌸

Unforgettable Cambridge experience! 🚤 The punting tour was relaxing, scenic, and full of interesting stories from our friendly guide. Cruising along the River Cam while passing by historic college buildings and beautiful bridges was simply magical. The boat was comfortable, the route was stunning, and everything was well-organised from start to finish. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Cambridge! 🌞📸

Classic Cambridge Charm on the River Cam We had a truly memorable experience with Scudamore’s Punting Company. The tour was smooth and well-organised from the moment we arrived. Our guide was friendly, humorous, and incredibly knowledgeable — sharing fun facts and historical stories as we glided past iconic landmarks like King’s College, the Bridge of Sighs, and Mathematical Bridge. The views were stunning, and the peaceful atmosphere on the river made it one of the highlights of our visit to Cambridge. Everything from booking to boarding felt seamless, and we appreciated the professionalism of the team. It’s a fantastic way to experience the city, especially for first-time visitors or families. Highly recommended for anyone looking to enjoy the charm and history of Cambridge from the water! 🚣‍♂️🏫🌿

We booked the champagne private tour as part of a work summer do. The booking process was straight forward and we found the location easily. Richard was our tour guide and he was very welcoming, he put us at ease and managed the pace of information perfectly. He was knowledgeable and answered our questions about the history and the area. He also ensured we got plenty of good photos. I and the I imagine the team will definitely be back - I'm already planning on coming over the weekend at some point in the near future and I want to bring family too. I'd highly recommend the experience and this company. It was priced just right, and there's not much I can say that would have improved it... Maybe a little more sunshine :D

We had the pleasure of taking a punting tour with Scudamore’s in Cambridge, and the experience was absolutely exceptional thanks to our guide. The young man who steered the boat not only demonstrated a deep knowledge of the city, its universities, and their history, but he did everything with remarkable elegance, patience, and professionalism. His storytelling was captivating, clear, and well-structured, making the entire experience both informative and enjoyable. He was an exceptionally intelligent, experienced, and courteous guide who made the tour not only educational but truly memorable. We sincerely thank him for this wonderful experience and for representing Scudamore’s so wonderfully. He is truly a valuable employee, and his professionalism and kindness deserve the highest praise.

The staff are so sweet and fun to talk to. I had a really nice time there. You can get a private ride but itd actually so much fun with other people. The vibe is great, calming and beautiful. I definitely come again on my next visit

It’s an amazing trip! Johnny gave us wonderful stories related to all different colleges, we enjoy the beautiful scene and the stories! Highly recommended!

I regularly use Queen Anne Terrace car park when visiting Cambridge, and I highly recommend it. It's ideally located in the city centre and offers some of the most reasonable rates compared to other car parks in the area. I’ve never had any issues finding spaces, as it’s usually well-maintained with plenty of availability. The area also feels very secure. Overall, it’s a convenient, affordable, and trustworthy option for parking in the city centre!

Queen Anne Terrace is a solid, affordable choice for central Cambridge parking—especially if you’re visiting midday or later, want flexible payment, or need EV charging. Ideal for small–medium cars; larger vehicles might struggle with the tight layout. Expect possible queues and less-than-pleasant stairwells.

Dreadful layout. At 17:00, it is chaos. No cars can get in or out. Complete gridlock with drivers beeping horns. Terrible car park. Will never use again.

Well, parking charges, especially on a bank holiday were much higher than I expected. £11.50 for 5hours. Should have done my homework prior to visiting Cambridge, but I doubt it would have been much different. Lifts were out of action. Vehicle flow arrows do need a very fresh coat of paint as I initially confused whether it was an arrow or just damage. The parent and child bay width I parked in, seemed like if I had to park next to another vehicle I would have struggled to get out, let alone the baby and I have sliding doors rear door on my cars. Positive notes - Plenty of available spaces. Right next to a large open park. Swimming pool/Leisure Centre next door.

Absolutely terrible experience. The spaces are too narrow and designed for tiny 80s, 90s hatchbacks, not modern cars. I paid my ticket at the pay station for 2 hours as it showed on the display, then at the barriers, the machine asked me to pay another £3! I haven't had any experience like this as all car parks in the UK have a 15-minute time limit to exit. But it is Cambridge, totally different from other parts of the world!!! Never use this car park again.

Nice enough car park. Has 2 exits which is decent if traffic is busy. Electric car charger points if needed. Only 1 place to pay and when we’re there only 1 of 3 machines were working.

On the plus side, this is large multistorey car park near the centre of Cambridge which usually has available spaces. The entrance and exit struggle to meet demand at busy times, and those plus the constrained width of the parking places make it tricky for SUVs and wider modern cars. Prices are reasonable by Cambridge standards.

Good prices but that's as far as it stretches. Arrived at Cambridge store to pick up a battery, guy at the desk didn't even acknowledge me in the shop just carried on talking to another staff member, that other staff member then told him the see to me. I just got stared at not even spoken to and when he eventually got my order he didn't even offer any help (battery was very heavy) and I even had to ask to open the door. Absolutely shocking customer service

Man on the front desk had absolutely no interest in even pretending to help with my questions, looking to just sit at his desk and do as little as possible, as he even stated himself. Pure laziness, complete waste of my time tried to be polite but was met with rude and improper customer service. Went straight to GSF car parts and had a much more helpful conversation with solutions and effort. Do yourself a favour and skip this place and go elsewhere.

I rented a car for 1 day but they charged me for 2 days. Although they admitted their mistake and apologized, they did not deposit the money back. I've been to the branch 4-5 times, I've emailed customer service, they are absolutely not interested.

Yeah nah, don't bother. Useless. Bought a set of ignition leads for a va and ended up with 7 as it was obviously a return from someone who nicked one. Not good enough as I needed the park crucially for the next day. You'd think that at the bare minimum they would check stock if returned.

Quick service, polite member of staff. Walked in, asked for part, two minutes later, I'd got part fitted and was on my way.

Euro car parts is a great company that offers car parts at extremely reasonable prices.The staff are very knowledgeable with all makes of cars.The parts although very well priced are top quality.You can use the Euro car parts app that also is excellent to order parts or reserve parts and many more things

Very easy to use, good customer service and well located.

Lovely walk. Enjoyed the views on the river. My dog loved it. Planning on going right through to Granchester. Took us around 45 mins to the jesus green.

Lovely wild place)) lots of flowers and butterflies. Very nice river side.. It could be a very peaceful place for a walk if it would not have so much piles of cow's poo... Sometime you walk like on minefield)))

Lovely huge park, located alongside the river. Cows and nature at its best. Great place for sunbathing, Saturday picnic, a quick run or a fantastic long walk to city centre. And the greatest benefit - the cycling path!

Wonderful day out at The Boat Race fun n fair ...lots to do and eat .. some food pricey but it was all for Addenbrokes Hodpital so all for good cause .. picnic or buy food there great day out for children and family ..Boat Race was Brilliant DOG friendly toilets on site on events

If you want to enjoy a relaxing walk away from the bustling city centre, Ditton Meadows are a great choice. Perfect for a relaxing picnic by the river Note there are no facilities or shops nearby.

A wonderful natural park very near to Cambridge. This place is amazing even if it's a little bit muddy, but perfect to have a walk or cycle on Sundays. Put your rubber boots during the winter time!

Great place to feed the ducks. Pick a good time though when the river isn't full of students using it for rowing. Ducks are really friendly and will come very close if you are patient enough.

AVOID. ZERO STARS Spaces are really small and not wide enough for many current cars. To park in the bays you will struggle to get out of your car / not be able to get back in to your car on your return. I had two wheels out of the bay (on an end of a row) and was fined two days in one week. I accept I breached the parking requirement, but if the bays are too small, what do you do? There will be better options elsewhere. This is now a common problem with NCP as I had the same experience in Manchester, where I have now found much better, cheaper and safer options.

You can pay using the two payment machine located at the cycle parking building (next to the barber and Ibis hotel) and you can pay using PayByPhone app too. The location code is 803992. I've tried both and the payments went smoothly. I prefer to pay using PayByPhone app than the payment machine because then I have the payment proof on my phone. It is £15.80 for the whole day (until 4am the next morning) which has increased considerably. Before Covid it was £10. But then so does everything else, everything has increased a lot since Covid. I used it to park my car for the whole day, from 7am to 7pm. It is safe, I've been parking here since 10 years ago. Which is the most important thing about a car park. And it is convenient because it's at the train station, just a minute walk.

SCAM WARNING Be careful, all the QR codes were covered with stickers leading to a fraudulent’RingGo’ page when I parked here. RingGo doesn’t cover this parking lot. I got a warning sms from my bank upon (stupidly) entering my credit card details.

Spaces available but a very intimidating car park with red warning signs of violations and fees everywhere but no visible instruction on how or where to pay, nor any displayed charge costs. Not a pay machine in sight so i assume you pay within the train station itself. Didn't park here for fear of fines even when dropping off! Deliberate attempt by NCP to entrap people for fine revenue. Only their legal terms and agreements are displayed, no actual instruction or payment details. Don't let these external parking management companies exploit you with this trap of confusion and fines!

The parking is really expensive for £15.80 for the whole day and with no option to pay for less than a day. Unfortunately, I paid £15.80 but had no clear instruction on whether to pay before or after.

THE WORST CAR PARK EVER !!! Please avoid parking here, they have made their signage so poor and confusing that despite paying £32 for less than 48 hour parking I have now received a parking fine of £100 because I apparently overstayed as they say their day ends at 4:00am, makes no sense when you pay for 48 hours and I didn't even stay 48hours in total! You should honestly be ashamed, robbing people like this - I would have been better off not buying a ticket as at least I wouldn't have already given you £32 of my money, Im paying more than someone who didn't even pay for their parking. So so SAD, life is expensive enough without money grabbers like this trying to steal from honest people!!! such a SCAM

Awful. Massively overpriced, tight spaces, ANPR on arrival so once I was in and decided I didn't want to park there due to the lack of spaces, I was charged £15. Avoid, just park elsewhere and walk.

Car park itself fine. Plenty of space and easy to find. However, I found it impossible to pay. The machine kept cancelling the card payment and you can't pay by cash. Tried using the JustPark app but couldn't without a data signal. Great. So I left to park elsewhere.

Nice car park and not bad prices too 🤩🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿📷 handy for a little walk into cambridge 😉

Good hidden car park reasonable price. There are some dual electric/normal bays at back that due to a roadhump to protect the charging machine forces the cars into the driving space. Recycling clothes bin here too which is handy.

Now that the Park Street car park has closed we tried this car park which is likely the closest in terms of location. The pricing is cheap compared to the others in Cambridge which generally ask for around £2.50 an hour, it's £1.30ph here! There's also the Castle Hill mound which is worth the trek up at least once and provides great panoramics of Cambridge.

Arrived and paid for parking via the just park app the council displayed at the venue. Immediately got notified of payment. On return to my vehicle, well within the time I had received a parking ticket. Following the instructions to challenge the ticket you have to wait 24 hours for it to be processed. Well, that turned into 3 days when I had to put in a complaint via their website with evidence that I had paid. Absolutely shocking response from them. Apparently you have to guess when the parking enforcement officers machine has been uploaded with the transaction and only then you may leave your vehicle. Visit Cambridge and have a stressful day. Cambridge County Council Customer care ? Disgraceful 🤬🤬🤬🤬🤬

It's conveniently close to Cardiff Castle, not too expensive and so it's often full. But a very good option when it isn't full.

Easy to pay. Location was an easy walk to the centre.

As per previous reviews, there are still tall hedges and vegetation could do with a cut back to aid sense of security, especially there there was a dumped piece of furniture too. Rather small car park but useful for use whilst staying in a local Airbnb. Not cheap but there is on road parking 3 blocks north opposite the river but we had a get up very early to find a spot as roads nearby are usually resident permit or parking meters only. The machine here didn't take cash and was payment via the app only.

A small parking space . Good overall Ev chargers available

Great carpark, free on a Sunday, very few spaces though

Cambridge is extremely unwelcoming to motorhomes. It's virtually impossible to park a motorhome anywhere in or near the city. ALL park and rides have height barriers. We drove a BiG circle around the city: goodbye Cambridge !

While it is conviniently located on river side, it an odd little parking, hidden between bushes, a building and something that looks like a bridge. It does give a strange feel.

Small, and cheap - 70p for 30 minutes. But it doesn't feel safe - broken car window glass, dumped rubbish and a very tall hedge.

Riverside Car Park is a tiny site in a popular residential area with limited on street parking. The parking machine doesn't take cash, you'll be best off using an app.

Gliding down the River Cam in a punt is hands down one of the best ways to see Cambridge. You get amazing views of historic colleges like Trinity, King’s, and St John’s— even the hidden back sides you can’t see from the road. Go early in the morning or around sunset for the best light and the dreamiest photos.

My favorite sport in Cambridge. Wonderful scenes and a great area for relaxing

Nice part of the city just outside the main hustle and bustle. Walked Into the city for a day with family and friends

Local secret. Great place to sit and chill in the long summer evenings with a picnic or a BBQ. The city do a great job of litter picking but would be best if people would take it home with them or in the bins provided!

Beautiful pond in heart of Cambridge. We have taken punting tour from mill pond. There are many restaurant near by where you can enjoy ur lunch and dinner with beer and other drinks. On summer you can see many people enjoying sunshine with family . You can come here by walk or city bus. Perfect place for day outing with your family and friends

Great location for a picnic or lunch in one of the pubs. ...or take a punt out on the river

Really nice place to sit and watch the punts

Kindness, friendly, knowledgeable and warm welcome staff. He was really helpful on our first visit to Cambridge. Thank you so much Mr. Peter 🙏🙏