Top Ten Attractions in Cambridgeshire

Quintessentially English, Cambridgeshire is a county steeped with heritage and history. Cambridge city itself is home to one of the most prestigious universities in the world, The University of Cambridge.

Cambridgeshire is the perfect holiday destination, there's plenty to do for people of all ages. Here are our favourite 10 tourist attractions in Cambridgeshire.

1. Paxton Pits

Did you know that many moons ago, mammoths lived in Britain? Recent excavations have made marvellous discoveries and ancient mammoth bones are now on display at the Paxton Pits Nature Reserve Visitor Centre. Paxton Pits is also home to several species of wildlife, giving you an opportunity to spot some of the most impressive birds, insects and animals in their natural habitat.

Distance from Holiday Inn Express Cambridge: 22 miles

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2. Scudamore Punting

Lay back and relax, absorb yourself in the beautiful and tranquil surroundings of Cambridgeshire on a punt tour. Synonymous with Cambridge, these square bottom boats go up and down the River Cam. Tours go past the impressive King's College, or to the picturesque village of Grandchester. Why not enjoy Holiday Inn Express Cambridge's special offer, with the Family Punting Package?

Distance from Holiday Inn Express Cambridge: 3 miles

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3. Linton Zoo

A great day out for the whole family, Linton Zoo gives you the opportunity to see some of the most exotic animals in the world. The zoo focuses on conservation of many endangered species, giving them a safe environment to live in. Hold hands with a lemur and see magnificent tigers up close, Linton Zoo provides an enjoyable experience for people of all ages.

Distance from Holiday Inn Express Cambridge: 12 miles

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4.  Ely Museum

Step back in time at Ely Museum and set your eyes on historical treasures such as dinosaur fossils, Roman pottery, Anglo Saxon jewellery, Viking memorabilia and Victorian artefacts. Make sure to be on your best behaviour when visiting the cells, this is where old villains were imprisoned before meeting their final fate. Ely Museum has been beautifully preserved to allow visitors a first-hand experience of the past.

Distance from Holiday Inn Express Cambridge: 17 miles

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5. Museum of Technology

Going to a sewage pumping station may not appeal to you at first; however The Museum of Technology in Cambridge has transformed into a venue showcasing several collections of engineering and technology. Discover how, through the evolution of steam and internal combustion, electricity was created and marvel at the gigantic Victorian machinery.

Distance from Holiday Inn Express Cambridge: 2 miles

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6. Wimpole Hall

Stretch your legs and walk around one of the most beautiful gardens in Cambridgeshire. Situated in the grounds of Wimpole Hall, a 17^th century mansion, Home Farm is a working farm with many rare breeds of sheep, pigs, horses and poultry. On sunny days, enjoy a picnic at Wimpole followed by a stroll around the walled garden. For those visiting with children, the Adventure Woodland is a fun packed park next to Home Farm.

Distance from Holiday Inn Express Cambridge: 12 miles

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7. Cambridge County & Folk Museum

Explore Cambridgeshire life 400 years ago at the Cambridge County & Folk Museum. With over 20,000 objects, visitors get an exclusive insight into what Cambridgeshire life was like all those years ago. Did you know that locals had a rather unique perception of medication, hanging mole's paws around their necks to cure toothache and arthritis?

Distance from Holiday Inn Express Cambridge: 12 miles

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8. The Orchard Tea Garden

Escape to the tranquil setting of The Orchard Tea Garden, a quaint tea garden in Cambridgeshire. Enjoy the typical English tradition of afternoon tea within the serene setting at The Orchard. The tea room was a favourite destination for famous poet, Rupert Brooke, who made reference to The Orchard in the poem; "The Old Vicarage, Grantchester." Head to Grantchester in Cambridgeshire and indulge in a cup of tea underneath the blossoming fruit trees.

Distance from Holiday Inn Express Cambridge: 5 miles

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9. Classic Wings

Take to the skies for a bird's eye view of Cambridgeshire. What makes the flying experience at Classic Wings different to all others, is that all of the aircraft are vintage war planes. Don the leather flying jacket, goggles and helmet then take the controls of a 1930s Tiger Moth for a nostalgic flying experience.

Distance from Holiday Inn Express Cambridge: 10 miles

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10. Si5 Spy Missions

Do you have aspirations of working for MI5? Did you think Mission Impossible wasn't quite impossible enough? At Si5 Spy Missions, you control the mission, infiltrating a building in which you need to disable alarms, avoid CCTV cameras and complete the assigned brief. Once complete, you then have to formulate your escape mission to return safely. Do you have what it takes?

Distance from Holiday Inn Express Cambridge: 11 miles

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