University quarter (city centre)
Cambridge, United Kingdom (England)
The historic core surrounding the main colleges and River Cam.
Places in University quarter (city centre)
- Cambridge Michelin restaurants Cambridge is home to eight Michelin restaurants, reflecting a genuinely serious fine dining scene for a city its size.
- University Arms restaurant A reputable restaurant within Cambridge's oldest hotel, dating back to 1834, following an £80 million refurbishment.
- University quarter specialist coffee shops A thriving café culture with specialist coffee shops and old-school bakeries.
- University Arms bar A bar within Cambridge's oldest hotel, recently revamped as part of an £80 million refurbishment.
Practical notes for Cambridge
- Best time to visit
- April to June and September to October offer pleasant weather for punting on the Cam and exploring the college grounds.
- Getting around
- Cambridge's historic centre and colleges are compact and walkable, with punting on the River Cam a signature way to see the backs of the colleges.
- Currency
- Pound Sterling (£)
- Language
- English.
- Timezone
- GMT (UTC+0, BST UTC+1 in summer)
- Current trends
- Cambridge's café culture continues thriving alongside its Michelin-starred dining scene, with specialist coffee shops and old-school bakeries complementing the city's eight Michelin restaurants.
Other neighborhoods in Cambridge
- The Backs — The scenic area along the River Cam behind the colleges, famous for punting.
- Market Square area — The city's central market and shopping district.
Read the full Cambridge guide