Bethan Kapur is a journalist, video producer and director who covers travel, fashion and pop culture. She has also written for Vice, Cosmopolitan, Refinery29, Urbs Travel, the Independent and more.
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Bethan Kapur is a journalist, video producer and director who covers travel, fashion and pop culture. She has also written for Vice, Cosmopolitan, Refinery29, Urbs Travel, the Independent and more.
When you think of Cambridge, you probably think of the university (where a bunch of very famous and very clever people started out). But youâll find when you visit that that culture and creativity exists all over the city, from its museums and galleries to its epic food scene. Apt for exploration by punt, bike or foot, Cambridge boasts a hell of a lot; comedy, theatre, live music and art galleries sit against architectural marvels and lush greenery, making this not just a fascinating place but a darn romantic one, too. Looking for a quiet weekend break? This is the spot. Here are the best things to do in Cambridge right now. RECOMMENDED: đ The best restaurants in Cambridgeđïž The best Airbnbs in CambridgeđŁ A perfect day in Cambridge Words and original photos by Miriam Balanescu, a writer based in Cambridge. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.
Once youâre done punting around those stunning colleges, marvelling at Cambridgeâs grandeur, history and natural beauty, youâll probably be pretty ravenous â manoeuvring a pole along the riverbed is tiring stuff, after all. Thankfully, Cambridge has a smorgasbord of top-notch restaurants which are great spots to refuel. Whether youâre in the mood for some Italian pasta, Middle Eastern falafel or just some quintessentially English grub, Cambridgeâs culinary choices boast fabulous scope and diversity. Without further ado, hereâs our roundup of the cityâs finest restaurants. RECOMMENDED:đ€ïžThe best things to do in CambridgeđŁHow to spend a perfect day in CambridgeđïžThe best Airbnbs in Cambridge This guide was recently updated by Miriam Balanescu, a writer based in Cambridge. At Time Out, all of our travel guides are written by local writers who know their cities inside out. For more about how we curate, see our editorial guidelines.