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I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream! 🍦😍

There are plenty of places to pick up a delicious cold treat this summer:
🍨 Aromi on Peas Hill & Fitzroy Street
🍨 Spoonstruck fans on King's Parade
🍨 Jack's Gelato on Bene't Street & All Saints Passage
🍨 Fitzbillies at Trumpington Street, Bridge Street & King's Parade
🍨 Amorino UK on Market Passage
🍨 Dulcis at Rose Quarter Cambridge

Where is your favourite ice cream spot in Cambridge?

Create lasting memories in Cambridge this summer. Pack a picnic, enjoy the parks, and discover a city full of family adventures ☀️🧺

☀️ What's on in Cambridge this August ☀️

🎬 Cambridge BID brings you Screens in the City across four back to back days of family-friendly films on the big screen at CB1 and University of Cambridge Downing Site. Find out more Love Cambridge
🏃‍♀️ The Nation's 5K on 22nd August in Cambridge - aiming to get a million people moving right across the UK. Esmée Gummer, an athlete and creator, will be running to every city in the UK to host a 5K run club. Find out more The Nation’s 5K
🔭 Summer at the Museums - Your local museums have a jam-packed programme of free and low-cost activities to keep the whole family entertained this summer! Find out more University of Cambridge Museums
🐋 Grand Depths at Grand Arcade - Explore the wonders of the oceans at Grand Arcade this summer! Free immersive exhibition, in partnership with the University Museum of Zoology. Find out more Grand Arcade
🎶 The inaugural Festival of Choirs is taking place in the City and University from August 10th to 15th, with events including concerts, talks, presentations, tours, owl flying and much more
🐈‍⬛ Toto the Ninja Cat, showing at Arts Theatre Cambridge from Tue 25 - Sat 29 August

What are you looking forward to in August?

Cambridge has come alive with colour! 🌈💛 Have you seen the colourful bunting around Cambridge this summer?!

As part of the city dressing programme organised by Cambridge BID each year you will see bunting on various streets throughout Cambridge.

Find the bunting on Green Street, Trinity Street, Rose Crescent and Sussex Street and don't forget to tag us in any pics!

Long summer days in Cambridge are the best and there are so many ways to explore the city! ☀️

Here are a few recommendations of how to spend a sunny day in Cambridge:

🛶 Hop on a punt or try kayaking down the River Cam with Scudamore's Punting Company
🥪 Pack up a picnic with lots of tasty treats and enjoy on one of the many green spots in the city
🚴‍♀️ Adventure through the city on two wheels or take a scenic ride down to Grantchester
🏛️ Tour through history and time at one of our many museums
🌼 Wander through the beautiful Cambridge University Botanic Garden
🚌 Catch the hop on, hop off open top tour bus with City Sightseeing Cambridge
🍹 End the day with alfresco cocktails watching the world go by Garden House Cambridge

What is your favourite thing to do on a summer's day in Cambridge?

🌅 Make the most of summer evenings in Cambridge.

As the sun sets, stroll through the city's historic streets, enjoy riverside views along the River Cam, and unwind with al fresco dining in one of Cambridge's charming cafés or restaurants. It's the perfect way to end a summer's day in the city 😍

✨ 24 hours in Cambridge? We've got you covered.

✔️ Check in at Graduate By Hilton Cambridge Garden House Cambridge
✔️ Discover the city's hidden stories with Cantab Tours
✔️ Enjoy dinner and drinks at Pint Shop
✔️ Unwind with a spa experience at PAUS.
✔️ Indulge in incredible food and drink along the way

Whether you're planning a weekend escape, a staycation or your first visit, Cambridge has everything you need for the perfect overnight break.

💙 Which stop would be first on your itinerary?