🇬🇧 London to Cambridge Day Trip Guide

Transportation: 🚆 Train: Depart from London King’s Cross Station and arrive at Cambridge Station in about 1 hour. 📍Itinerary ⏰ Morning: College & History Exploration 1️⃣ Fitzwilliam Museum 🏛️ 📜 Home to a rich collection of art and artifacts, including ancient Egyptian sarcophagi, Greek pottery, and classic European paintings. Free entry! ⏰ Suggested visit: 1-2 hours 2️⃣ Corpus Clock ⏰ ✨ This golden mechanical clock outside Corpus Christi College was unveiled by Stephen Hawking. The "time eater" on its face symbolizes the relentless passage of time. ⏰ Suggested visit: 10 minutes 💡 Tip: Keep an eye on your belongings! 3️⃣ King’s College & Xu Zhimo Stone 🏰 📜 King’s College Chapel is one of Cambridge’s most iconic Gothic structures, with stunning stained glass windows. In the courtyard outside, you’ll find the Xu Zhimo Memorial Stone engraved with lines from "Farewell to Cambridge." ⏰ Suggested visit: 1 hour 🎟 Ticket: £15 💡 Note: Check chapel service times on weekends. ⏰ Noon: River Cam & Lunch 📍 River Cam Stroll 🚶‍♀️ Take a leisurely walk along the river and enjoy the classical architecture and natural scenery. 🍴 Lunch Recommendations: • The Eagle: A historic pub famous as the place where DNA’s structure was discovered. Try their classic fish and chips! 🐟🍟 • Fitzbillies: A century-old bakery known for its signature cinnamon rolls. 🍯 ⏰ Afternoon: Punting & College Tour 1️⃣ Punting on the River Cam 🛶 ✨ Glide along the river and pass famous sights like the Mathematical Bridge and Clare Bridge. ⏰ Suggested time: 1 hour 💡 Tip: Stay cautious of your surroundings. 2️⃣ Trinity College 🍎 📜 Cambridge’s largest college, famous for Newton’s Apple Tree, Lord Byron’s poetry, and its renowned library. ⏰ Suggested visit: 30 minutes 💡 Note: The library is not open to tourists. ⏰ Evening: Bridges & Dinner 📍 Mathematical Bridge 🌉 ✨ Located at Queens’ College, this wooden bridge is renowned for its ingenious nail-free design. Legend says Newton designed it! 🍴 Dinner Recommendations: • Varsity Restaurant: Serves classic British dishes with an elegant riverside atmosphere. • Midsummer House: A two-Michelin-star restaurant perfect for a luxurious dining experience. 🌟 #UKStudentWeekends #Cambridge #CambridgeDayTrip #KingsCollege #CambridgeUniversity 🇬🇧