When friends or family have already seen the obvious Cambridgeshire sights, the next day out doesn’t have to mean a long drive out of the county.

There are quieter places here that offer a very different kind of visit  and give you something new to talk about on the way home.

These five suggestions cover wildlife, farming, fen drainage, rural history and Cambridge’s industrial past.

They aren’t being presented as a definitive countywide ranking.

 They’re places worth putting on the list when you want to show visitors a side of Cambridgeshire they may not have expected.

Flag Fen: Bronze Age & Iron Age History & Nature 

• Ancient Wonders: Walk along a reconstructed section of the famous 3,500-year-old Bronze Age timber causeway discovered right beneath the fen.
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• Prehistoric Life: Explore detailed reconstructions of Bronze Age roundhouses to experience how early communities lived.
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• Nature Walks: Spot diverse local wildlife and birds while enjoying a peaceful lakeside trail.
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• Limited-Time Event: Bring the family along for the Go Wild Summer of Funn activities, running through the end of August.

• Diverse Habitats: Explore a sprawling mix of lakes, wetlands, grasslands, and quiet woodlands.
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• Scenic Walking: Follow well-maintained trails perfect for wildlife watching and bird spotting.
• Easy Access: Benefit from confirmed RSPB parking and visitor facilities open throughout the year.