Coming To Cambridge

By Author: Bonny Kominek
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Famous for its world class university, its cobbled streets and the many river punters, Cambridge is one of Britain''s most popular tourist destinations, both for domestic travellers and foreign visitors alike.

If you are yet to make your first trip into the city centre, here''s a look at a few unmissable highlights:

The many sites of the famous University''s campus are dotted around the city centre and are not to be missed. Though you may be discouraged by the entrance fees charged by many of the colleges, it is worth bearing in mind that their careful preservation is immensely costly for the university. Wandering in these ancient grounds and thinking of the great minds who have lived and worked here is an unforgettable experience.

Cambridge is home to range of fabulous restaurants and you certainly won''t find yourself short of dining options. If you have a particularly sweet tooth, however, head down to Chocolat Chocolat and browse their tempting range of handmade truffles and home cooked sweets and cakes. If you only have a couple of minutes to spare grab a cup of their sumptuous hot chocolate to go.

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... you are lucky enough to visit the city when the sun is shining, don''t miss out on taking a punting trip along the river. Whilst it may seem something of a clich?, this truly is one of the best ways to see the city and some of the surrounding green spaces. For a more enjoyable experience, try to do this at quiet times during the week rather than at crammed weekends.

Whilst Cambridge provides an array of architectural delights, one of the most charming is sure to be the round church. There are only a limited number still in existence in the United Kingdom so this is a rare treat for history buffs and architecture enthusiasts.

Love culture? Visit during the summer months when there are many cultural festivals taking place. One of the city''s most impressive is the Shakespeare Festival which runs throughout the month of August and offers performances, both modern and traditional, of many of the bard''s best loved works.

Cambridge is fantastically connected to the rest of the country by both bus and train. If you are coming from further afield then there is direct transportation available from several of London''s major airport, usually by bus or minivan and available for pre-booking. The A14 and M11 also provide convenient road links for those who choose to drive, but be aware that city centre parking can be costly. Bonny Kominek, professional writer, is a frequent visitor to the city of Cambridge and would recommend octopustravel.com when searching for Cambridge hotels.