The world famous university city of Cambridge, Cambridgeshire County, East Anglia, England is the perfect place to soak up some English history, atmosphere and maybe even a little knowledge. The city has an estimated 30,000 students among its inhabitants, so there is a youthful vibrancy that complements the stately Gothic buildings that grace Cambridge's skyline.
Cambridge offers many activities and attractions to the tourist, and the pedestrian-friendly city is easy to explore, with points of interest scattered liberally throughout its historic streets. The Cambridge skyline boasts several impressive and world-renowned buildings including King's College Chapel, the Cambridge University Library and St. John's College Chapel. The universities have their beginnings in the early 13th century, and some of the buildings in Cambridge date back that far. King's College Chapel was completed in Henry VIII's time and is a breathtaking example of late-Gothic architecture. The chapel is open to the public, though it's a good idea to check the schedule for opening times and operating hours.
Cambridge has many picturesque parks and gardens worth exploring. The Backs is a name for the gardens adjoining the river that runs among the various colleges. The gardens of Clare, St. Johns and Trinity are accessible to the public. The Botanic Garden of Cambridge University is an inexpensive and tranquil way to spend the day. There are over 10,000 species in this collection and the garden has been a tourist attraction for over 150 years. Cambridge is home to several outstanding Art and Science museums, including the Fitzwilliam Museum, The Sedgwick Museum of Earth Sciences and the University Museum of Zoology. Other museums include the Whipple Museum of the History of Science and the Museum of Archeology and Anthropology.
Any traveler planning a visit to Cambridge would be well-advised to let the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Aberdeen be their host. The Doubletree Aberdeen Hilton is located in the heart of Cambridge, a mere stone's throw from the University of Cambridge, Queen's College and the Fitzwilliam Museum. The Doubletree Aberdeen Hilton has all the amenities you'd expect and is situated overlooking the River Cam, where the visitor can relax in comfort and enjoy fine dining and Hilton's world-famous hospitality.
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