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Imperial War Museum Duxford
Ollie #1 of 107 attractions in Cambridge
4.5 of 5 stars 141 reviews
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  12.0 km from city centre
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Fitzwilliam Museum
Ollie #2 of 107 attractions in Cambridge
4.5 of 5 stars 83 reviews
Owner description: Museum houses vast collections of antiquities from ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome, including exhibits of English and European pottery and glass,...... more » Owner description: Museum houses vast collections of antiquities from ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome, including exhibits of English and European pottery and glass, furniture, clocks, Chinese jades, and ceramics from Japan and Korea. « less
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  0.8 km from city centre
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King's College Chapel
Ollie #3 of 107 attractions in Cambridge
4.5 of 5 stars 53 reviews
This imposing English Gothic structure was built between 1446 and 1515, and is the site where many great scholars were educated.
Attraction type  Educational Sites; Religious Sites
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
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Cambridge American Cemetery and Memorial
Ollie #4 of 107 attractions in Cambridge
5 of 5 stars 14 reviews
Owner description: First established on December 7, 1943, this area of 30.5 acres was donated by the University of Cambridge to serve as a permanent Military Cemetery to...... more » Owner description: First established on December 7, 1943, this area of 30.5 acres was donated by the University of Cambridge to serve as a permanent Military Cemetery to honor those Americans who gave their lives during World War II. « less
Attraction type  Cemeteries
Distance  4.6 km from city centre
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Trinity Punts
Ollie #5 of 107 attractions in Cambridge
5 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Owner description: One of the least expensive of the punt hire firms where people can hire their own boat or hire a chauffeured tour with a guided commentary of the...... more » Owner description: One of the least expensive of the punt hire firms where people can hire their own boat or hire a chauffeured tour with a guided commentary of the various sights and attractions along the River Cam. « less
Attraction type  Tours; Marinas
Distance  1.1 km from city centre
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Trinity College
Ollie #6 of 107 attractions in Cambridge
4.5 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Founded in 1546 by Henry VIII, this college boasts the famous apple tree that prompted Isaac Newton to develop his theory of gravity.
Attraction type  Educational Sites; Historic Sites
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
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St. John's College
Ollie #7 of 107 attractions in Cambridge
5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Owner description: Founded in 1511 from the estate of Lady Margaret Beaufort, mother of King Henry VII, this Cambridge college features a gatehouse whose exterior is...... more » Owner description: Founded in 1511 from the estate of Lady Margaret Beaufort, mother of King Henry VII, this Cambridge college features a gatehouse whose exterior is beautifully carved and painted. « less
Attraction type  Educational Sites; Historic Sites
Distance  1.1 km from city centre
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University of Cambridge
Ollie #8 of 107 attractions in Cambridge
4.5 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Owner description: Founded in 1209, nearly a century after Oxford University was established, the university was formally incorporated in 1571 and was patterned after...... more » Owner description: Founded in 1209, nearly a century after Oxford University was established, the university was formally incorporated in 1571 and was patterned after those of Oxford and Paris with a traditional course of study based on Latin grammar, rhetoric and logic, arithmetic, geometry, music and astronomy. « less
Attraction type  Educational Sites; Historic Sites
Distance  0.9 km from city centre
Yuka at Sanrizz
Ollie #9 of 107 attractions in Cambridge
5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Spas
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Cambridge University Botanic Garden
Ollie #10 of 107 attractions in Cambridge
4.5 of 5 stars 23 reviews
Owner description: This heritage-listed Botanic Garden was originally conceived by Professor John Henslow, the mentor and teacher of Charles Darwin. The Garden’s plant...... more » Owner description: This heritage-listed Botanic Garden was originally conceived by Professor John Henslow, the mentor and teacher of Charles Darwin. The Garden’s plant collections today number over 8000 species from all over the world, displayed within the bestcollection of trees in the region. The 40 acres of beautifully-landscaped gardens and glasshouses offer year-round interest and seasonal inspiration. The excelelnt Cafe and Shop are also open year-round. An oasis in the City, this great Garden makes a great day out. « less
Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
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King's College
Ollie #11 of 107 attractions in Cambridge
4.5 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Owner description: Dating from the mid-15th century and one of the finest examples of medieval architect, this college’s main draw is its chapel that houses...... more » Owner description: Dating from the mid-15th century and one of the finest examples of medieval architect, this college’s main draw is its chapel that houses Rubens’ Adoration of the Magi. « less
Attraction type  Educational Sites; Historic Sites
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
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Anglesey Abbey
Ollie #12 of 107 attractions in Cambridge
4 of 5 stars 34 reviews
Owner description: Scenic mansion features a unique collection of painted views of Windsor, spanning a 350-year period, and a 20th-century garden designed on the grounds...... more » Owner description: Scenic mansion features a unique collection of painted views of Windsor, spanning a 350-year period, and a 20th-century garden designed on the grounds of an Augustinian priory. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings; Gardens
Distance  8.9 km from city centre
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Scott Polar Research Institute
Ollie #13 of 107 attractions in Cambridge
4.5 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Owner description: This is one of the world’s oldest international research centers that features exhibits and research materials regarding life and exploration of...... more » Owner description: This is one of the world’s oldest international research centers that features exhibits and research materials regarding life and exploration of both the Arctic and Antarctic Polar Regions. « less
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  0.6 km from city centre
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The Round Church Visitor Centre
Ollie #14 of 107 attractions in Cambridge
4.5 of 5 stars 16 reviews
One of four medieval round churches in England, with a fascinating visitors centre introducing the history of Christianity in England and Cambridge.
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings; Religious Sites; Historic Sites
Distance  1.1 km from city centre
Clare Fellows' Gardens
Ollie #15 of 107 attractions in Cambridge
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Gardens
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The Backs
Ollie #16 of 107 attractions in Cambridge
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Owner description: Landscaped open areas and gardens weaving behind many colleges on the River Cam, which are known for their daffodils and crocuses in the spring, and...... more » Owner description: Landscaped open areas and gardens weaving behind many colleges on the River Cam, which are known for their daffodils and crocuses in the spring, and stunning views of the colleges across the river at any time of year. « less
Attraction type  Parks; Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
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Wimpole Hall
Ollie #17 of 107 attractions in Cambridge
4.5 of 5 stars 32 reviews
Owner description: The original house on this 3,000-acre estate was built for Sir Thomas Chicheley in the 1640s, rebuilt and added to over the years, and finally...... more » Owner description: The original house on this 3,000-acre estate was built for Sir Thomas Chicheley in the 1640s, rebuilt and added to over the years, and finally restored to its proper splendor today. « less
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  15.3 km from city centre
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Cambridge Arts Picture House
Ollie #18 of 107 attractions in Cambridge
4.5 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Attraction type  Cinemas
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
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Sidney Sussex College
Ollie #19 of 107 attractions in Cambridge
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Owner description: Located in central Cambridge and sheltered behind high stone walls, this picturesque college features a chapel with oak paneling that is the final...... more » Owner description: Located in central Cambridge and sheltered behind high stone walls, this picturesque college features a chapel with oak paneling that is the final resting place of Oliver Cromwell's head. « less
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Distance  0.9 km from city centre
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The Orchard Tea Garden
Ollie #20 of 107 attractions in Cambridge
4.5 of 5 stars 33 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  3.7 km from city centre
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