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City in Canada
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Cambridge is one of the cities that forms a tightly-integrated metro area, along with Kitchener and Waterloo, within the larger Region of Waterloo in Southwestern Ontario.
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Collection of apparel, accessories & archive.
Museum in a quaint former firehall, featuring a 1938 pumper and historic equipment, tools, and uniforms.
Granite and limestone cottage built in 1858.
Contains a tropical garden containing a large number of butterflies, as well as a large insect collection. Nice gift shop and cafe too.
A small zoo with a good selection of animals and a drive-through safari great for families. Guard your cars well against roving bands of outlaw baboons. It was named by In Defense of Animals as the worst zoo for the treatment of elephants in North America for 2020 for acting as an elephant trafficking hub..
Features Theatre Cambridge, which features live theatre in the summer, as well as the Galt Little Theatre, a volunteer troupe.
The 18-km (11-mile) trail follows the Grand River through lush Carolinian Forest with spectacular river overlooks en route. Posts mark each kilometre from Cambridge. The trail is level, finished with fine gravel, and provides an easy path for cyclists and hikers. Food and washrooms are available in Cambridge, Glen Morris and Paris. Benches are provided in some areas..
Several trails take visitors through the land trust's 1,200 acres of unique ecosystems and landforms, along the south bank of the Grand River. Some trails are closed November to March to protect fragile habitat.
Casual European fine dining.
The Cambridge Mill serves earth to table cuisine sourcing impeccable local, seasonal ingredients from near-by farms and food artisans. This results in seasonally changing menus of fresh, local ingredients.
It’s the only restaurant in the city where you can almost guarantee there will be a line-up. People feel comfortable there, and it’s a Cambridge classic in so many ways. At Fifty’s, when the plate is in front of you, there are no real surprises except the automatic reaction “they’re only charging that much for this?”.
Vietnamese cuisine, including soups, noodles, and rice dishes. Vegetarian dishes available.
Brewery and taproom.
Brewery with large taproom. Also features weekly events and disc golf.
Hot breakfast included. Fitness room with indoor swimming pool and hot tub.
Includes hot breakfast. Fitness center, indoor pool, and business centre. EV charging on-site.
A luxurious country inn in an old estate toward the northwest side of Cambridge. Surprisingly luxurious, considering it's neither in the middle of nowhere (you can hear the 401) nor in a big city. Dining room, bar; and private dining available; excellent food, though quite expensive. On-site spa with sauna, steam room and whirlpool; spa services are reserved for hotel guests on weekends.
Includes continental breakfast and Wi-Fi.
Largest mall in Cambridge, with over 140 stores. Home of the Cambridge Sports Hall of Fame. Large stores include Sport Chek.
The Cambridge Farmers' Market, which has operated at this location since 1837, features farm-fresh fruits and vegetables from the surrounding countryside, fresh meat, baked goods, and other food. The German heritage of the area is well-represented in the foods to be found here. If you find the farmers' market in nearby St. Jacobs a little too touristy for your tastes, you'll enjoy this one. Named one of the top ten farmers' markets in Canada by Best Health Magazine..
Specializes in products with the retro look from the 1940s, 50s, and 60s.
Southern Ontario's largest indoor flea market has around 30 different vendors. Open year-round.
Canada's largest antique mall (30,000 square feet).
By intercity bus
There are three stops serving intercity buses for Cambridge:
By train
Cambridge does not have passenger rail service. Nearby cities served by VIA Rail are Kitchener, Guelph, and Brantford.
It is also possible to get to many points of interest by walking. Most hotels are near malls and major shopping centers. There are also several reasonably priced car rental services in the city and in Kitchener nearby.
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