Cambridge Travel Guide 🏫 10 Things to Do, See & Eat in Cambridge, England 🇬🇧 Best London Day Trip? 🌳

Join us as we take a London day trip by train to Cambridge, England where we cover as many things to do in Cambridge in terms of attractions as we possibly can in this travel guide. Our Cambridge travel guide focuses on visiting Cambridge University including Queens College, showcasing the epic punting scene, wandering around and enjoying delicious food before heading back to London in what was a busy day trip. 10 Things to do in Cambridge City Tour | England Travel Guide: 1) Intro and arriving at Kings Cross station to take the train from London to Cambridge - 00:01 2) Cambridge University Botanic Garden - 01:26 3) Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch (Steak and Ale Pie, Eggs Benedict, tea and a pint of Guinness at The Regal Wetherspoon Pub - 02:25 4) Punting in Cambridge on the River Cam - 04:36 and 05:59 5) University of Cambridge - 04:50 6) Queens' College, Cambridge - 05:06 7) Church of St Mary the Great, Cambridge - 06:30 8) Views of Cambridge from the tower - 06:50 9) Trinity College, Cambridge - 07:40 10) Outro and train ride from Cambridge to London - 08:37 🚆 Day Trip to Cambridge from London! 🏫🌳 | Cambridge University, Punting & Pub Food Guide 🇬🇧 👋 All Aboard for a Cambridge Day Trip! In today’s video, join us as we set off from King’s Cross Station, London, for a classic day trip to Cambridge. With tickets in hand and 45 minutes to spare, we explore the iconic station (no Platform 9 3/4 for us—sorry, Harry Potter fans!), before hopping on a quick, affordable train to one of England’s most beautiful university cities. 🚉 Arrival & First Impressions Quick Journey: Just 45 minutes from London to Cambridge on a Sunday morning, for only £16 each (even with last-minute booking!). Busy but Beautiful: The station and city are packed with visitors thanks to the sunny weather, so expect crowds if you visit on weekends. 🌸 First Stop: Cambridge University Botanic Garden Admission: £5.50 per person for access to 8,000+ plant species. Highlights: Strolling the glasshouses filled with tropical plants, learning about flowers that open at sunrise—or only at night! Tip: Great way to stretch your legs and ease into the day. 🥧 Pub Lunch at The Regal Fun Fact: The Regal was once a hotel, then a cinema, and now a bustling pub. Our Order: Eggs Benedict for brunch lovers Steak & Ale Pie with chips, mushy peas, and Guinness for the ultimate British comfort food fix Price: Both meals for just £13—delicious and filling! 🏫 Exploring Cambridge’s Colleges & The River Cam Queens College: £3.50 admission for beautiful, peaceful grounds and a half-timbered building where Erasmus of Rotterdam once studied. Pro tip: Most travelers skip the paid entrances, but these cheap tickets mean you often get the colleges almost to yourself! Fun Fact: University of Cambridge, founded in 1209, is the second-oldest English-speaking university in the world, now with 31 colleges. Punting on the Cam: The river is alive with punters—some skilled, some struggling, but it’s a must-see Cambridge experience. ⛪ Climbing Great St. Mary’s Church Tower Admission: £3.50 for some of the city’s best panoramic views. What to Expect: A narrow spiral staircase, crowded with climbers, but absolutely worth it for the vistas over Cambridge’s rooftops and colleges. 🎓 Trinity College & The Tudors Connection History: Largest college in Cambridge, founded by Henry VIII. Pop Culture: If you love history, you’ll appreciate the Tudor ties (we just binged the series on Netflix!). Tip: Cambridge’s colleges each have unique stories—plan extra time to explore more than one. 💡 Travel Tips & Final Thoughts Overnight vs. Day Trip: Cambridge is easy to visit in a day, but with so much to see (and big crowds on weekends), consider an overnight stay, especially if you want to visit more colleges or try punting yourself. Weekday Visit: For fewer crowds, visit during the week and outside of peak summer season. Health Check: Even under the weather (with sore throats and fevers), we powered through and still enjoyed the city—so don’t let a little cold stop your adventures! #Cambridge #LondonDayTrip #TravelVlog #UniversityOfCambridge #Punting #BritishFood #VisitEngland 📣 Have You Been to Cambridge? Share your best tips and must-see colleges in the comments below! Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and COMMENT for more UK travel inspiration and guides! Wishing you happy travels and see you in the next adventure—coming to you from Wales! 10 Things to do in Cambridge Travel Guide | London Day Trip video transcript: BLOGS https://cheargentinatravel.com/ https://thatbackpacker.com/ https://nomadicsamuel.com/ https://acrossalberta.com/ https://pictureperfectportfolios.com/ Music by DJ Quads:   / aka-dj-quads