From making your own gin with one of the world’s most innovative distilleries, to trying the best of the Cambridge food scene – here are some uniquely Cambridge experiences to seek out during your stay
Find out moreWith something for even the most discerning palate, the selection of restaurants in Cambridge makes choosing somewhere to dine a difficult decision to make. Offering something for all occasions, the choices range from Michelin Star European cuisine to the best tastes of the Orient.
Bedford Lodge Hotel & Spa is nestled in three acres of beautiful manicured lawns and secluded rose gardens offering modern luxury and comfort of an exquisite, independent boutique hotel. The only 4 Red Star hotel in Newmarket, offering 80 stylish boutique hotel rooms and suites offers guests the height of luxury and comfort. Our award-winning 2 AA rosette restaurant and traditional bar offers a la carte, bar menu and scrumptious afternoon teas making it the perfect place to dine. Our seven stylish state-of-the-art dedicated conference and event rooms are some of the most advanced in East Anglia. All our rooms have wireless internet access and air conditioning. Some have high definition plasma display monitors with the very latest presentation technology. Our ‘5 bubble’ rated spa! Sitting adjacent to the hotel, it boasts a rooftop hot tub, hydrotherapy pool, steam room, sauna, and experiential showers.
Launching Spring 2023, Ben's Yard is a rural retail village on the edge of Ely welcoming your new go-to café/restaurant, fashion and lifestyle boutiques, head-to-toe spa services, artisan food hall, playground and a 6 acre event space all beautifully landscaped on the Stuntney Estate with marked trails through woodland, fenland and wildflower meadows.
Our Cambridge bistro is the heart and soul of Hotel du Vin Cambridge. Our warm, elegant and informal setting with natural daylight, reclaimed dark-stained floorboards, restored fireplaces, beautiful art, soft lighting and very comfortable chairs, makes for a delightful breakfast, lunch or dinner - where guests can meet, celebrate or simply pass the time.
Byron Burgers is an established restaurant, offering guests quality food for affordable prices. If you're a burger lover, and love all things mac 'n' cheese, wings, fries, Byron is the place for you!
Combining food and culture, our modern eatery is the perfect spot to enjoy freshly prepared, homemade food whilst being able to peruse the contemporary exhibitions, art and antiquities within the museum walls.
Arched into the cobbled lane of Trinity Street, behind a mustard yellow door, an all-day bar-café cuts loose. Crowds of regulars turn up, drink, snack, kick back, relax, decide to stay for a meal. A full-on feast or just a good old knees-up. On the menu, knock-out cocktails rub up against Snacks, Savouries, Curries and some. Special collabs with local breweries join in. On the decks, resident DJs bounce beats. Feet tap, spirits lift, Aunties groove. Permit Room Cambridge, step inside. The vibe never dims.
Great Steak for Everyone – find us on Market Street.
The largest hotel set in the heart of the city, minutes from the University of Cambridge colleges with an executive lounge, restaurant and bar.
We are a restaurant with rooms situated in Fen Ditton, 3 miles from centre of Cambridge. we serve a selection of small and large plates and tasting menu in a 500 year old public house with beers on draft and an excellent selection of wines and cocktails
We invite you to join us here at our authentic Indian, family-run restaurant and sample some of the finest Indian food in Cambridge. Namaste Village is a traditional Indian restaurant, serving vegetarian and vegan food from different regions of India, which is both healthy and delicious. Our ethos is one of kindness; good food served with care, where our customers are treated like family. We source the very best fresh ingredients locally and are always developing new and exciting flavours with our dishes. Come, see for yourself and experience the spirit and spice of India in Cambridge. Namaste!
PizzaExpress believes that dining out should be one of life’s highlights. It’s why every PizzaExpress pizzeria is packed with pizzazz and only the freshest and perfectly sourced ingredients will do. It’s why every dish is made with care—and flair. Because at PizzaExpress, a pizza doesn’t just mean dinnertime, it means showtime.
Welcome to Popeyes®! Founded in New Orleans in 1972. It all started with one small restaurant with a big idea that turned into a craze that swept America. Now we’re opening in the UK to serve a new nation of chicken lovers. We’re shaking up the UK chicken game, Louisiana style! Sure, we took our time getting here, but some things are worth the wait. Here in the UK, we use 100% Fresh British Chicken marinated for 12 hours in our signature blend of Louisiana herbs & spices. Then breaded and battered by hand to create that famous Popeyes® shatter crunch texture. So Cambridge, y’all ready for this?
Welcome to Raja Indian Restaurant Cambridge. Raja prides itself in using secret home recipes which have proven to be a huge hit with the Cambridge locals for many years. Recipes that have been passed down over many generations. Our Curry King in Cambridge has an unique menu that will surprise you…
Nestled away down on the Quayside in Cambridge, Thaikhun transports you from the River Cam to the streets of Koh San road in Thailand. With booth seating and two small private dining rooms we make the perfect place to celebrate or relax with friends! The menu features classic Thai dishes, vegan options and some modern twists.
The Captain’s Table is an Art Deco-inspired cruising restaurant. Perfect for Hen Do's, Celebrations Dinners, Reunions and Indulgent Tours of the local countryside. We also have the Captain’s Launch a fully refurbished 1920s river cruiser. Perfect for river trips and afternoon tea.
The Earl of Derby in Cambridge offers excellent-value rooms just minutes away from the City Centre. Conveniently located within a 5-minute walk from Cambridge Train Station and 100 yards from the nearest bus stop, it provides easy access to major tourist attractions and surrounding areas. Fenders Cricket ground and Kings College are also within a short walking distance. The rooms in this Traditional Public House are equipped with TV, Wifi, tea and coffee-making facilities, bathrooms with baths and/or power showers, and complimentary toiletries. Overnight stay rooms are booked on a room-only basis, but guests can opt for a traditional cooked or continental breakfast served from 7:30 to 11:00 am, which can be booked on arrival. Additionally, the pub offers various home-cooked meals throughout the day at an extra charge.
Cambridge is home to one of the most famous student theatre troupes in the world: the Footlights. Founded in the 1880s, some of the UK’s biggest stars were part of it, including John Cleese, Emma Thompson, Stephen Fry and Rowan Atkinson.