We just spent several days in Cambridge, England.

We stayed at the hilton doubletree for around $135 pounds per night. We were upgraded to a river view room which was delightful. Breakfast was included. The main downside to the hotel was that they charged 3.75 lbs for 10 minutes on their computer.
We found another source that was cheaper. ( the student union almost across the street on the 3rd floor in their cafe has 3 free computers).

I have some walking issues. We were able to get a free wheelchair from the visitors center by reserving it ahead of time. It was rather narrow ( and I am not wide) but it was adequate. I only needed to use it occasionally. The town is quite accessible if you need to use one.

We loved cambridge. It is a delightful town/city to visit. very countryish, very scenic.

We went to the botanical garden, (they have wheelchairs there also). we went punting - place almost next to the hotel. (we didn't do the punting - took a guided tour). Did the on off bus. Stayed mostly on and got the tour. We walked around the town, explored the market areas and lovely shops. we went to the fitzwilliam museum. we cllimbed one of the towers. we went to kings chapel. etc. etc. We were there almost 3 days.

Our late afternoons and evenings were spent visiting family and friends. We ate at mostly Italian places for dinner. nice but don't remember the names, since we didn't pick them out. Breakfast at the hotel was good. and lunch we grabbed sandwiches wherever we were.

Will post some pictures eventually and provide a link.

We have family that live in Cambridge and always enjoy visiting. It IS such a delightful place. Funny, I have never been to the botanical gardens. I must make that a priority on the next trip.

I look forward to seeing your pictures. Thanks for sharing!

Joanel:

I am glad that you enjoyed your visit to Cambridge.

Looking forward to your pictures.

Sandy

http://www.pbase.com/joanel/cambridge_england

Pictures are here. Need names of some of the places, if anyone knows. (we forgot when we got home).

Lovely photos; thank you for posting. We have been considering a day trip to Cambridge from London, and now I think we will do it.

I am from Cambridge UK but live in the USA.
You might like to visit Grantchester next time great place for afternoon tea on the river (Granchester meadows) home of Rupert Brooke the poet. Also go to Ely the cathedral there is 700 years old a quaint town, I believe the a bus trip is also available.
I love to go to Madingley Hall and the 3 Horse shoes pub for lunch there, very beatifull area. Also not to be missed in that area is the American cermatory very well cared for.
I go back every year.
Lots to see for sure.

It's terrific to have a suggestion for a town to go see in the Cambridge area. We plan to take the fast train from London to Cambridge then to rent a car to visit some of the towns and villages in the area as well (as visiting Cambridge). I heard there are lovely small towns and villages in the area. We were planning to go to Saffron Walden (castle ruins, museum, Bridge End Gardens) which is 24 miles away. Neary is Audley End Estate with its beauitful gardens and Wendens Ambro village with old and thatched roof houses. They look beatiful. Might anyone have any other suggestions for places to visit nearby Cambridge?

JaneSh: Welcome to Fodors.

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