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Situated 50 miles north of London, Cambridge is one of the most famous university cities in the world. Approximately a quarter of the city's 120,000 population is accounted for by students, who come from all corners of the globe to study at one of the finest educational institutions on the planet.
But while academia is an important part of its identity, Cambridge also has a strong reputation for being a thriving hub of British culture. For instance, the first ever game of association football is believed to have taken place on Parker's Piece, while the Strawberry Fair music and arts festival on Midsummer Common is one of the largest free events in the UK.
Given its strong contribution to everyday British culture, Cambridge unsurprisingly attracts plenty of tourists from all over the world.
Despite not being a particularly large city, Cambridge is nevertheless packed with various sights and attractions that will appeal to even the most inquisitive of visitors.
While the humble bicycle is the most popular way of getting around for locals, some of the busy city centre roads can prove a little intimidating for tourists.
Hiring a car from Holiday Autos / is therefore a great way of getting around this historic city, with customers able to benefit from a simple process that takes away the inconvenience of endless forms, waivers and extras. Pay one price and fill out one form and you're good to go, with a 24-hour contact centre on hand to help with any issues once you've picked up your keys.
Visitors booking in advance with Holiday Autos can pick up the keys to their car on nearby Newmarket Road, close to the Cambridge Retail Park, approximately 1.8 km away from the city centre.
There are a number of extras available upon pick up, including child booster seats, additional driver cover and GPS navigation.
With so many things to see across the city, hiring a car means you can focus on taking in everything Cambridge has to offer, without the stress and worry of how you're going to get there.
Head into the city centre and explore the historic university colleges, sample the delights of Cambridge market, or head to the river and relax on one of the many punting tours that continue to delight tourists throughout the year.
Having the freedom of a car unlocks a whole range of possibilities for visitors, with several popular tourist hotspots near the city that are a delight to explore.
The small city of Ely is around 15 miles away and boasts one of the most famous Anglican cathedrals in the whole of the UK, dating back to 1083. Combined with several quintessentially English tea-rooms and picturesque riverside walks, Ely offers a wonderful slice of culture that will delight even the most demanding visitor.
Alternatively, head over to the nearby market town of Newmarket, which is home to one of the world's most famous horse racing courses.
Many locals enjoy sampling the hustle and bustle of a visit to London, but for those looking for something a little different then a trip to the Norfolk coast is a fantastic alternative.
Wells-next-the-Sea is one of the most attractive towns on the North Norfolk Coast, featuring long sweeping beach bordered pine woodland, as well as a laid-back harbour and a line of shops that don't contain a single chain store. Enjoy a meal at one of the many quiet pubs or restaurants, or just take in one of the many impressive country walks.
The town is a great choice for any type of visitor, but is a particular hit with families and children, with a number of great beaches and rockpools just dying to be explored.