Cambridge, lying about 50 miles to the North West of London is well known as home to one of the United Kingdom’s most famous universities, that bears the name of the city. As well as being the focal point of study in Cambridegshire, the city of Cambridge has a rich history going back hundreds of years. Some of the buildings that form part of the University of Cambridge are World famous, with some examples being the Kings College Chapel and the Cambridge University Library.

Cambridge is one of the oldest towns in the British Isles, with history going back more than 2,000 years. Signs of the different cultures that occupied the city in its past, for example the Saxons, Norman and Romans. The University, whose presence dominates the town in every aspect of daily life, is the major provider of employment within the city. Understandably being a University City of such stature, Cambridge is a very cosmopolitan city with shops and stores lining the main streets of the town carrying products from all over the World. High street chains are much in evidence as well as friendly family owned stores offering arts and crafts, clothing and antiques. The fusion of old and new is very strongly felt in Cambridge especially in the field of entertainment. In the evening live music can be heard on every corner as well as the chatter of visitors to Cambridge from all over the World to study during the day and congregate in the many city bars and night clubs. For eating out, Cambridge offers a choice of some really top class restaurants catering for all tastes and budgets.

Not surprisingly, Cambridge has become a center for high-tech development in the region. The Silicon Fen center as the area is known is home to some of the most highly advanced development centers and start ups in the United Kingdom, and attracts some of the most talented innovators in the field as well as visitors from around the World.

Renting a car can be an economical way to travel around Cambridge and the region. Car Hire in Cambridge comes as a ‘fully inclusive’ package which includes unlimited mileage, collision damage waiver, passenger indemnity insurance and cover for third party, fire and theft - and usually insurance excess. To rent a car anywhere in the United Kingdom, you must show a full driver's licence and a credit card in the driver’s name. Cars are usually rented to customers between the ages of 21 to 70 years.Hiring a car is a great idea if you want to use Cambridge as your base for a three day minimum travel experience around the region.