welcome to
CAMBRIDGE
ABOUT YOUR NEW CITY
1.1 Locations & Overviews
Cambridge is a historic university city in Cambridgeshire, East England, about 80 km north of London. It’s famous for the University of Cambridge, one of the world’s most prestigious universities.
1.2 Climate & Wealth in Cambridge
Temperate maritime climate with mild year-round temperatures.​
Winter (Dec-Feb): Highs of 7°C, lows of 1°C.​
Summer (Jun-Aug): Highs of 22°C, lows of 12°C.​
Rainfall: Average annual is 570 mm, with the wettest months being October to January.​
Sunshine: Around 1,500 hours of sunshine per year, peaking from May to August.
1.3 Population & Demographics
Population: Approximately 125,000 residents (as of 2021)​​
20-29 age group is prominent due to the large student population.
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Languages: English is primary, but many other languages are spoken due to the international student presence.
1.4 Safety & Pollution
Cambridge is a safe city, with low violent crime rates. Petty theft (e.g., bike theft) is the most common issue.
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Air quality is generally good but can occasionally be affected by traffic.
Cycling is heavily promoted to reduce vehicle emissions
1.5 Economy in Cambridge
Key industries: Education, technology ("Silicon Fen"), tourism. Unemployment rate is below the national average. Major employers include the University of Cambridge, hospitals, and tech firms.
1.6 Transport within Cambridge
In this City Cycling is highly popular with an extensive network of bike paths.
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Public Transport:
Buses and two main train stations
(Cambridge and Cambridge North)
with connections to London and other cities.
Check this video to see Cambridge
Here you can find a short video introduction about this great place to live
Transportation in Cambridge
Here are the transportation options from *Cambridge* to *London's main airports* and *central London*, along with links to further details:
2.1 Cambridge to London Airport
Heathrow Airport
Train:
You can take a train from **Cambridge* to *London King's Cross, then transfer to the **Heathrow Express* or the *Elizabeth Line* from *Paddington Station.Journey time is around **2 hours*.
For tickets and schedules, you can visit Omio
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Bus:
National Express offers direct buses from Cambridge to Heathrow,
taking approximately *2 hours 15 minutes*.
Tickets can be booked through National Express
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Taxi:
For a convenient, door-to-door service,
you can book a taxi through Umbrella Transfers
Stansted Airport
Train:
Direct trains from **Cambridge* to *Stansted Airport* take around *30 minutes*.
For schedules, check Greater Anglia
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Bus:
Buses from Cambridge to Stansted
are operated by National Express.
More info is available on Rome2Rio
Gatwick Airport
Train:
You can travel by train to **London King's Cross* and then transfer to a *Thameslink* service to Gatwick.
The total journey time is around *2.5 hours*. Find more details on Thameslink
Luton Airport
Train:
Travel from **Cambridge* to *London St Pancras* and then take a direct train to *Luton Airport Parkway* (including a shuttle bus). The total journey time is approximately *1.5 hours*. More details on National Rail
2.2 Cambridge to Central London
Gatwick Airport
Train:
Direct trains from **Cambridge* to *London King's Cross* or *Liverpool Street* run frequently, taking between *50 minutes to 1 hour 20 minutes*.
Check in Trainline
Bus:
National Express buses to central London take around **2 hours, with services to stations such as **Victoria* and *Liverpool Street*.
Book through National Express
Sightseeing in Cambridge
Here is a complete list of recommended
sites and places in Cambridge, UK,
check out our suggestion to start enjoying this great city.
3.1 places you must to visit in categories
What to see
Art and Culture
King's College Chapel
Famous for its stunning Gothic architecture and home to the King’s College Choir.
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The Backs
A scenic area alongside the River Cam with views of several Cambridge colleges.
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The Corpus Clock
A unique public art installation located at the Taylor Library.
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The Fitzwilliam Museum
A world-renowned art and antiquities museum. Fitzwilliam Museum
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The Round Church
A historical church and one of only four round churches still in use in England.
Kettle’s Yard
A contemporary art gallery located in a historic house.
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ADC Theatre
The University of Cambridge’s student theatre and the oldest university playhouse in the UK. ADC Theatre
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Cambridge Science Centre
An interactive museum focused on hands-on science experiences.
Concerts and Music
Alternative Cambridge
Mill Road
A multicultural and bohemian street with independent shops, cafes, and alternative culture
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The Portland Arms
A pub and live music venue known for alternative bands and indie acts. The Portland Arms
Cambridge Folk Club
A hub for folk music lovers offering live performances of folk and acoustic music.
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Sketch & Draw
Great for meeting people who like drawing and art
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Rainbow Rocket Climbing
Great for meeting friends while exercising, has a social and seen many people meet friends there
Cambridge Junction
A versatile venue for live music, theatre, and comedy performances.
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Corn Exchange
The largest venue in Cambridge
for concerts and events.
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Songkick
A platform listing upcoming concerts
across various venues in Cambridge.
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Salsa
Best teaching plus meeting others
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Jazz Festival
If you like jazz this is a great way to find places in November
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Indie/Rock
If bands are more your style, I would recommend
the portlandarms upcoming-events
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Films
If indie films are more your street, picture house is a good shout
Pubs and Nightlife
Gastronomy
The Eagle
A historic pub where the discovery of DNA was famously announced.
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The Anchor
A riverside pub offering beautiful views and traditional British fare.
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BrewDog Cambridge
A lively venue known for craft beers and live sports screenings.
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The Blue Moon
A pub offering alternative music and live performances.
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CRaves
If raves are your thing, very welcoming group of people!
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comedy nights
This comedy night has always been good
The Old Bicycle Shop
A restaurant and bar offering Mediterranean and Middle Eastern-inspired cuisine.
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Midsummer House
A fine dining restaurant with two Michelin stars. Midsummer House
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Fitzbillies
Famous for its traditional Chelsea buns and classic British afternoon tea.
​Polonia Club
Serving affordable and hearty Polish cuisine. Polonia Club
Sports and Outdoor Activities
Punting on the River Cam
A quintessential Cambridge experience, offering scenic views from a flat-bottomed boat.
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Cambridge Rowing Club
Offering a chance to row along the River Cam.
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Parker’s Piece
A large park for outdoor sports and
relaxation near the city center