Orientation

With just two avenues—and helpful maps galore—Cambridge is incredibly easy to navigate. The main shopping street starts at Magdalene Bridge, north of the River Cam, and appears alternatively as Bridge St., Sidney St., Saint Andrew’s St., Regent St., and Hills Rd. The other principal thoroughfare begins at Saint John’s Street (just off Bridge St.), and becomes Trinity St., King’s Parade, and Trumpington St. To get into town from the Drummer St. bus station, take Emmanuel Road, which leads to St. Andrew’s St., and a bank-heavy block with loads of ATMs. To get to the center of town from the train station, follow Station Road, turn right onto Hills Rd., then follow it straight until it becomes St. Andrew’s St. in the town center. The River Cam runs along the northern and western edges of the city center.