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Take a tour of Cambridge
There
are a wealth of places for tourists to visit including the many
historical colleges with King's and its college chapel perhaps the
most famous. There are many museums and galleries, and a multitude
of magnificent buildings and architecture to discover.
Cambridge
is a fantastic place to just 'chill out', for both residents and
tourists alike. The city is dotted with greens and commons, often
situated by the river, and great places for picnics or a quiet drink.
Slightly
further afield are the beautiful Botanic Gardens, the Orchard in
Grantchester and the American Cemetery in Madingley.
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on the thumbnails below for a bigger picture or join our town tour
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Market
Square - Those who enjoy shopping in a traditional open
air market will want to visit Cambridge's colourful and historic
market. |
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The
Fitzwilliam Museum - contains magnificent collections
of art and antiquites of national and international importance.
Free admission! |
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Punting
- Take a punt along the river in a flat-bottomed boat using
a pole to steer you forward. Alternatively find a riverside
spot and laugh yourself silly watching punters fall in! |
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The
Backs - refer to a stretch of river behind the famous
University colleges that are set amongst spacious lawns and
gardens and are covered in crocuses and bluebells in spring. |
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King's
College - is the most famous of the colleges, perhaps
because of its amazing chapel. There are daily services by the
choir who are also broadcast live on Christmas Eve. |
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The
Bridge of Sighs - inspired by the famous bridge in Venice
over which condemned prisoners sighed as they were led to their
deaths! It joins the courts of St John's College. |
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Cambridge
University Botanic Garden - houses over 10,000 labelled
plant species in a 40 acre beautifully landscaped setting less
than a mile from the city centre. |
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American
Cemetery - Madingley - set in 30.5 acres it commemorates
service men and women who lost their lives in WW II serving
as crew of British based American aircraft. |
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