Study the writing on the gravestones and try to interpret the region's history at Ascension Parish Burial Ground. You'll discover plenty of fascinating stories among the monuments here.

Ascension Parish Burial Ground is an ideal place to begin discovering Cambridge. This burial ground comes recommended by fellow travelers, but it's not the only spot to see here. Pencil in time for other sights like King's College, Jesus College, and Trinity College to really experience what the area has to offer.

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Citystay - The Dales

Petersfield

$774

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Dec 14 - Dec 17

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Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to Cambridge (CBG)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)

Great location and size for a one bedroom! Recommend they fix the running toilet and add a fan since it gets hot with the windows shut during the day. Very clean and convenient surrounding area.

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2023

Graduate by Hilton Cambridge

Cambridge City Centre

$1,073

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Nov 6 - Nov 12

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Boston (BOS) to Cambridge (CBG)

9/10 Wonderful! (726 reviews)

Excellent experience.

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2025

Clayton Hotel Cambridge

Trumpington

$1,000

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Nov 6 - Nov 12

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Boston (BOS) to Cambridge (CBG)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)

Checked and they didn’t tell me when’s checkout or anything….just handed memthe keys. Then on check out I got stuck in the lift….not even an apology for the broken lift.

Reviewed on Sep 28, 2025

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