- There are over 250 Independent businesses in Cambridge to explore
- Cambridge has three shopping centres, The Grafton, Lion Yard and Grand Arcade all offering visitors a mix of retail and leisure options
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Unique Cambridge
From making your own gin with one of the world’s most innovative distilleries, to trying the best of the Cambridge food scene – here are some uniquely Cambridge experiences to seek out during your stay
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Shopping
If it’s shopping you are after Cambridge has it all, from some of the finest independent boutiques around, a seven day a week market and all the high street brands you might expect, you won’t be disappointed. There’s something for every budget, with luxury boutiques blending seamlessly alongside more affordable fare.
Cambridge has three shopping centres, The Grafton, Lion Yard and Grand Arcade all offering visitors a mix of retail and leisure options you would expect to see. Our historic core and cobbled streets are home to a vast array of independent boutiques covering ladies and men’s wear, home furnishing and exquisite jewellery, to name but a few.
Cambridge isn’t a shopping destination that can done with a quick visit, take your time and explore everything we have to offer.
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Grand Arcade
Find a selection of over 60 premium and high street retailers under one sky-lit roof.
Lion Yard
The Lion Yard Shopping Centre, celebrating 40 years of offering a great selection of stores and places to eat
The Grafton
The Grafton is ideal for a great day out with shopping, eating and entertainment.
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Top six things to see and do in Cambridge this Autumn / Winter
Explore boutique shops, experience calming wellness treatments and indulge in delicious food in local restaurants celebrating seasonal produce.
Guide to Shopping in Cambridge
Here are a few must-visit streets for keen shoppers to explore:
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Byron Burgers
Byron Burgers is an established restaurant, offering guests quality food for affordable prices. If you're a burger lover, and love all things mac 'n' cheese, wings, fries, Byron is the place for you!
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Marvin’s Sandwiches
Adjective Hank Marvin (colloquial) Starving; very hungry.
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STIR CAMBRIDGE LTD
Stir is an independent and locally owned social space made for locals but welcoming everyone, serving speciality coffee, freshly baked goods, seasonal brunches and takeaway lunches.
Did you know?
First World War poet Rupert Brooke studied at King’s College, Cambridge, and spent time living in Grantchester. He was so enamoured with the Cambridgeshire village he penned one of his most famous works, The Old Vicarage, about his home there.