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Unique Cambridge
From making your own gin with one of the world’s most innovative distilleries, to trying the best of the Cambridge food scene – here are some uniquely Cambridge experiences to seek out during your stay
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Tourism
Tourism
Alumni Tours
Alumni-led Cambridge tours in English, Mandarin and Spanish, with King's college entry, punting, and bespoke private tours in multiple languages.
Burwell Museum & Windmill
Explore our restored windmill and recreated farm buildings, which tells the story of a bustling fen-edge village. Climb to the top of the 19th century tower windmill, discover what life was like in the old school room, village shop and war time Nissen hut (siren included), and experience our working telephone exchange. With vintage vehicles, historic farm tools, traditional craft demonstrations, special event days and historical re-enactments. Burwell Museum and Windmill offers a unique day out for everyone , as we celebrate past and present in Burwell.
Cambridge Contemporary Art
Specialising in handmade prints, paintings and ceramics, the gallery shows the work of over 100 UK-based artists, with a new exhibition every month.
Cambridge Running Tours
Jog through Cambridge’s hidden gems—alumni-led runs at your pace, where fitness meets fabulous tracks and fascinating facts. 🏃♀️
Cambridge Tourist Information Centre
Cambridge Tourist Information Centre will help make your trip to Cambridge truly special & unforgettable one. We have an array of activities / recommendations to help you explore, experience, and enjoy your visit to the city. Visit us for in-person advice and tailored suggestions, tour ticket bookings, luggage storage, events brochures, shopping in the historical centre and friendly green badge guides to show you around. Get in touch before your visit and we will be happy to help you plan your trip.
CityDays Urban Adventure Hunts
Escape room meets city tour. Explore Cambridge’s historic highlights and hidden quirks in this puzzle-filled adventure through its centre!
CitySpareSpace Luggage Storage
Need suitcase storage in Cambridge? Book Cambridge luggage storage with CitySpareSpace.
Fitzwilliam Museum
The Fitzwilliam Museum is the lead partner of the spectacular collections of the University of Cambridge Museums (UCM) and Botanic Garden.
Kings College Visitor Centre
The Shop at King's was established to support the charitable aims of King's College, Cambridge. All profits from sales support the College as a place of education, religion, learning and research.
Laird Hatters
Laird Hatters is a British independent hatters known for its dedication to traditional craftsmanship and contemporary style. Each hat is designed and handmade by skilled artisans, using time-honoured techniques such as hand-blocking, steaming, stitching, and finishing. With a commitment to quality materials—fine felts, premium tweeds, linens, and leathers—Laird Hatters creates pieces that balance heritage with modern design, offering distinctive styles for both men and women. Founded on the belief that craftsmanship should be personal, sustainable, and built to last, Laird Hatters produces hats in small batches, ensuring attention to detail at every stage. From classic trilbies and fedoras to flat caps and bold statement pieces, each hat reflects the individuality of the wearer. With a shop in Cambridge and a working workshop located in Hertfordshire, Laird Hatters continues to champion British making, combining artistry, authenticity, and style in every handmade piece.
Museum of Cambridge
We are the Museum of Cambridge. Our collection shares more than 300 years of history in a 400 year old former pub and coaching inn. Discover the social history of life in Cambridge where you'll learn extraordinary stories of the ordinary people.
Oliver Cromwell’s House
Visit the former Lord Protector’s family home, the only residence still in existence other than Hampton Court. Following a refurbishment, our House now boasts a completely re-vamped Civil War Exhibition with impressive interactive displays and interpretations. You’ll have the opportunity to try on costumes and try out the games of the time as well as truly experience what life was like on the battlefields during the English Civil War in our new mini encampment. Audio handsets bring the story of the impressive Oliver Cromwell House vividly to life.
PurePay – EWM
The Edinburgh Woollen Mill, sells timeless Fashion, for Men's and Ladies. Accessories for all including Cambridge Tourist items. Branded items with established names Such as Harris Tweed, beautiful Cashmere's, Heritage handbags and knitwear.
Ryder & Amies University Outfitters
University of Cambridge Official Outfitter. We sell the largest range of college and university merchandise in Cambridge. Family run since 1864!
Did you know?
Cambridge is home to one of the most famous student theatre troupes in the world: the Footlights. Founded in the 1880s, some of the UK’s biggest stars were part of it, including John Cleese, Emma Thompson, Stephen Fry and Rowan Atkinson.