Cambridgeshire
Cambridgeshire rewards visitors with a low, luminous landscape of fenland, winding rivers and one of the world's great university cities. Beyond the colleges and punts of Cambridge lie quieter corners: watery nature reserves, sleepy market towns and the soaring lantern of Ely Cathedral rising above the flatlands. Whether you want the county's headline highlights or its genuinely overlooked hidden gems, these local guides gather the places worth your time, from riverside walks to characterful villages spread beneath an endlessly skyward horizon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cambridgeshire
What are the best hidden gems in Cambridgeshire?
Cambridgeshire's best hidden gems lie away from Cambridge itself, among the fenland nature reserves, riverside villages and quiet market towns. Wicken Fen's ancient wetland, the cathedral city of Ely and the waterways around the Great Ouse all reward exploration, as our hidden-gems guide highlights.
When is the best time to visit Cambridgeshire?
Late spring and summer are ideal for Cambridgeshire, when the fen skies are at their brightest and Cambridge's gardens and river punting are in full swing. Autumn brings quieter colleges and golden light, while the flat, open landscape makes wildlife-watching rewarding across the wetlands year-round.
Is Cambridgeshire worth visiting beyond Cambridge?
Yes. While Cambridge draws most visitors, the wider county offers Ely's magnificent cathedral, the wild wetlands of the Fens and a scattering of pretty riverside villages. It makes an excellent base for slower days out, with our guides mapping the best places to visit countywide.
