- 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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Shopping Centres
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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Nomads
Travelling the high seas from Timbuktu to Kathmandu, Nomads is a unique Aladdin’s Cave on Kings Parade.
Fashion
North Shoes
Quality footwear with honest dedicated customer service for all.
Accessories
Books
Gift Shops
Key Sites to Visit
Leisure Activities
Museums & Galleries
Tourism
Oliver Cromwell’s House
Visit the former Lord Protector’s family home, the only residence still in existence other than Hampton Court. Following a refurbishment, our House now boasts a completely re-vamped Civil War Exhibition with impressive interactive displays and interpretations. You’ll have the opportunity to try on costumes and try out the games of the time as well as truly experience what life was like on the battlefields during the English Civil War in our new mini encampment. Audio handsets bring the story of the impressive Oliver Cromwell House vividly to life.
Gift Shops
Parade the Gift Shop
Home to some of the oldest teddy bears in the world. They also sell toys, games, train sets and handmade crafted collectables including ornaments.
Gift Shops
Party Mania Party Goods
Colourful shop selling fancy dress for adults and kids, plus wigs, makeup and helium balloons.
Art & Framing
Peter Crabbe Antiques
An antique dealer buying and selling a range of old collectible items including furniture and ornaments.
ATM's
Bars & Clubs
Car Parks
Coffee Shops & Tea Rooms
Fine Dining
Food & Drink
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Hotels
Pubs
Restaurants
services
Take Aways
Toilets
Piano Bar
Join us in our central Cambridge Bar which is located within Hilton Cambridge City Centre hotel.
Fashion
Pocket Watch & Petticoats
Swing dresses, wiggle dresses, high-waisted trousers, knitwear and so much more (sizes 6–26).
Gift Shops
Podarok
Filled to brim with beautiful gifts for your loved ones, or a treat for yourself – quirky handbags, unique homewares and beautiful jewellery.
Bicycle Shops & Repairs
Primo Cycles & Repairs
A bike fit with us will be the best investment you'll ever make in your cycling.
Gift Shops
Pure Source England
Beauty brands that stand out and deliver in their performance and ingredients, are not tested on animals and are better for the environment and for you.
Accessories
Fashion
Gift Shops
Tourism
PurePay – EWM
The Edinburgh Woollen Mill, sells timeless Fashion, for Men's and Ladies. Accessories for all including Cambridge Tourist items. Branded items with established names Such as Harris Tweed, beautiful Cashmere's, Heritage handbags and knitwear.
Gift Shops
Robert Graham 1874 Whiskey & Cigars
Unparalleled service, specialist knowledge and one of the country's largest selections of finest whiskies, cigars, tobacco products and accessories.
Bicycle Shops & Repairs
Rutland Cycling
Whether it’s getting the miles in on the road bike, or pushing ourselves to the limit off-road attacking some gnarly mountain bike trails, we’re all about life on two wheels.
Accessories
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Gift Shops
Leisure Activities
Tourism
Ryder & Amies University Outfitters
University of Cambridge Official Outfitter. We sell the largest range of college and university merchandise in Cambridge. Family run since 1864!
Bicycle Shops & Repairs
S&G Cycles
A friendly cycle workshop and hire station in cambridge looking after all your bicycle repair needs.
Did you know?
One of Cambridge University’s most famous traditions is May Week, which actually takes place in early June. Heralding the end of the academic year, it’s a time when students enjoy lavish balls and garden parties before dispersing for the summer.