Things to See & Do

Things to See & Do

Discover what you can do in Cambridge

There’s something for everyone when it comes to entertainment in Cambridge. You can go punting on the River Cam, enjoy a picnic in the park, join a walking tour of the city or explore further afield from the seat of a bicycle following the excellent network of cycle paths in and around the city.

King’s College Chapel is celebrated for its choral services including the famous A Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols, broadcast live by the BBC to the nation and across the globe on Christmas Eve. If you have a chance to hear the sublime Choir of King’s College, you will be enchanted. Choral Evensong is sung here most days during term time, as it is in many other college chapels – all free and open to everyone.

As well as the free-to-enter University of Cambridge’s Fitzwilliam Museum, which houses world-class collections of art and antiquities spanning centuries and civilisations, and Kettle’s Yard, one of the country’s finest galleries and a major centre for 20th century and contemporary art, visitors will find a wide range of artworks, sculpture trail walks and galleries to appreciate.

Theatre lovers will delight in the range of performances on offer, from student theatre to touring and West End shows. Come summer, Cambridge is buzzing with al fresco performances of music in the parks and green spaces as part of the annual Summer in the City programme of events.

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KEY FACTS
  • The Fitzwilliam Museum houses a world-renowned collection of over half a million works of art
  • An estimated 900,000 people go punting each year in Cambridge.
  • Grab a pint at the Eagle Pub, the birthplace of the discovery of DNA and haven for WW2 airmen

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The Fitzwilliam Museum

The Fitzwilliam Museum is the lead partner of the spectacular collections of the University of Cambridge Museums (UCM) and Botanic Garden.

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Garden House
Hotels
Pubs
Restaurants

Garden House

Driven by the seasons and our suppliers, our menu features dishes cooked over fire with a Mediterranean flair. Our menus are designed for you to try what's in season; from meats, fish and locally sourced vegetables.

Go Quest Adventures: Self Guided City Walk & Interactive Treasure Hunt
City Tours
Leisure Activities

Go Quest Adventures: Self Guided City Walk & Interactive Treasure Hunt

Turning City Streets into Adventure Playgrounds! Go Quest Adventures (GQA) offers fun and interactive city Quests all self-guided through the GQA app. On your Quest, explore the streets of Cambridge unlocking a secret trail, solving puzzles & completing challenges earning points along the way. Quests are designed for you to see the city’s highlights but also discover hidden gems and learn unique facts. Get Your Quest Today - Play Anytime! Will you Conquer The Quest?

Gonville and Caius College
Universities & Colleges

Gonville and Caius College

Gonville & Caius – we’re usually known simply as 'Keys' – is home to nearly 1,000 undergraduates, graduates and academics.

Granta Moorings Cambridge
Punting

Granta Moorings Cambridge

Recognised as Cambridge’s most tranquil and picturesque river location – a FABULOUS location for a beautiful day!

Grantchester Filming Locations Walking Tour
City Tours
Walking & Cycling Routes

Grantchester Filming Locations Walking Tour

Enjoy a guided Grantchester tour through the idyllic village on the outskirts of Cambridge, as seen in the hit ITV drama.

Great St. Mary’s Church
Key Sites to Visit

Great St. Mary’s Church

Come experience our world-famous panoramic views of Cambridge! Climb the 123 steps of the University Church tower and enjoy a 360° view on our newly-refurbished outdoor viewing platform.

Gymfinity Kids
Leisure Activities

Gymfinity Kids

At Gymfinity Kids we host weekly classes for children of all levels, from babies to 16 years.

Haunted Cambridge Tours
City Tours

Haunted Cambridge Tours

Cambridge guides' scariest storytellers are running ghost tours every Friday and Saturday at 18:30.

Hidden Cambridge
City Tours

Hidden Cambridge

Discover the heart of the ancient city, some of the hidden nooks and crannies you’ve never noticed before around the river crossing and quayside area.

Hills Road Sports and Tennis Centre
Leisure Activities

Hills Road Sports and Tennis Centre

Welcome to Hills Road Sports & Tennis Centre, the sports centre with something for everyone.

Histon Road Recreation
Park

Histon Road Recreation

Play area, football goals, modular climber.

HMC Framing
Art & Framing
Museums & Galleries

HMC Framing

HMC Framing is a complete bespoke picture framing service. We are proud members of The Fine Art Trade Guild and are specialists in mounting, framing and preserving a number of different mediums.

Hot Air Balloon Rides Over Cambridge
Leisure Activities

Hot Air Balloon Rides Over Cambridge

Take to the skies on a magical hot air balloon ride and discover Cambridge like never before. A balloon ride is a fantastic way to enjoy panoramic views as far as the horizon. Buy your balloon flight vouchers and choose from a morning or evening flight on a weekday or weekend, March through to October. They make the perfect gift or treat for yourself!

Huntingdon Art Gallery
Art & Framing
Free
Home Furnishings
Leisure Activities
Museums & Galleries

Huntingdon Art Gallery

Huntingdon Art Gallery showcases selected local artists within Cambs Lock.

Impact Airguns
Leisure Activities

Impact Airguns

Welcome to Cambridgeshire’s only indoor/outdoor Airgun Range. Whether you're an experienced shooter or a newcomer to Airgun shooting you’re welcome at Impact Airguns!

Imperial War Museum Duxford
Museums & Galleries

Imperial War Museum Duxford

Visit Imperial War Museum Duxford for a huge day out. See Spitfires take to the skies from the airfield where they first flew, get up close to gigantic aircraft and walk in the footsteps of the men and women who served here.

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Did you know?

One of Cambridge University’s most famous traditions is May Week, which actually takes place in early June. Heralding the end of the academic year, it’s a time when students enjoy lavish balls and garden parties before dispersing for the summer.