Title: Ely Travel Guide: Best of Ely, England Travel 2025 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Ely](https://expedia.co.uk/Ely-Hotels.d55304.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Ely](https://expedia.co.uk/Ely-Holiday-Rentals.d55304.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Ely](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Ely.d55304.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Ely](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Ely.d55304.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Ely Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Ely.d55304.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ely Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ely.d55304.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Ely Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Ely Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, heritage elements and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/100000/100700-Cambridgeshire-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ely](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/100000/100697-Cambridgeshire-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ely showing a house and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/100000/100709-Cambridgeshire-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ely which includes a house](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/100000/100708-Cambridgeshire-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ely featuring a house and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/100000/100707-Cambridgeshire-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Ely Things to do Reviews #### One of the top attractions in the Fens, this little market town is mostly known for its stunning cathedral. Ely is a compact town comprised of medieval streets and surrounded by quaint countryside. Admire its impressive cathedral, go for a walk along the charming riverside footpath or browse the traditional shops that line its main thoroughfare. Ely takes its name from the eels that once lived in the undrained fens surrounding the town. Until the 18th century, Ely was a true island, encircled by dangerous marshlands that were difficult to cross. Visit Wicken Fen, a nature reserve found 9 miles (14.5 kilometres) south of town, to see what the undrained fenlands once looked like. This important wetland is home to more than 8,500 species, including Konik ponies, hen harriers and numerous types of dragonflies. Don’t miss the town’s most famous attraction, the 11th-century Ely Cathedral. The imposing cathedral’s gorgeous Gothic octagon took nearly 20 years to build. This domed stained-glass skylight is considered to be a masterpiece of medieval engineering. Near the entrance of the cathedral is the Stained Glass Museum, where you can inspect a beautiful collection of glasswork dating between the 13th century and the present day. To the north of the church, check out the charming shops and Georgian houses lining Ely’s High Street. Explore Oliver Cromwell’s House, a half-timbered residence where the controversial military and political leader lived with his family in the 17th century. The interior has been decorated with period furnishings, as well as exhibitions and displays dedicated to its infamous former occupant. Take a look inside the interesting little Ely Museum, which traces the history of the Isle of Ely and the Fens from prehistory through the 20th century. You’ll see displays of original prehistoric tools, Anglo Saxon jewellery and Roman pottery. The museum’s other exhibitions focus on the formation of the Fens, as well as old-fashioned trades like eel fishing and leatherwork. Ely is easily visited as a day trip from Cambridge. Ride an express train or stagecoach bus from Cambridge. Trains for Ely also depart regularly from London's King’s Cross Station. - Top hotels in Ely - Top Holiday Rentals in Ely ![Poets House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6550000/6546000/6545999/927b2597_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Poets House 40 - 44 St Marys Street, Ely, England £234 per night 25 Sept - 26 Sept Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Ely. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (360 reviews) "Beautiful property in a lovely location. My third visit and it will not be the last." 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Ely-Cathedral-Ely.d6087535.Attraction) #### Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve Explore the great outdoors at Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve, a lovely green space in Ely. Amble around this relaxing area's riverfront and enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wicken-Fen-National-Nature-Reserve-Ely.d553248621532509313.Attraction) #### Ely City Golf Club Enjoy a round of golf in Ely at Ely City Golf Club. Visit the spas and stunning cathedral in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ely-City-Golf-Club-Ely.d553248621563229031.Attraction) #### Wisbech Find out about the history of Ely when you take a trip to Wisbech. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral or simply enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wisbech-Ely.d553248621532509331.Attraction) #### Ely Museum You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Ely Museum during your trip to Ely. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ely-Museum-Ely.d6248143.Attraction) #### Jubilee Gardens Enjoy an outing to Jubilee Gardens during your stay in Ely. Make time to visit the area's stunning cathedral or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Jubilee-Gardens-Ely.d553248621532509329.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Your own personal guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4042493/eaf8545d-7587-405e-be95-131d146e057e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge £15 per adult **84%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/shared-guided-punting-tour-of-cambridge.a4042493.activity-details) ![Picture 9 for Activity Cambridge: Alumni-Led Walking Tour w/opt Kings College Entry](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4862971/27d522a6-9554-44d4-b3dc-39f8661da378.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cambridge: Alumni-led Walking Tour w/opt King's Chapel £25 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/cambridge-alumni-led-walking-tour-wopt-kings-chapel.a4862971.activity-details) ![London Private Tour with Exclusive Car and Options](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50254779/e7d6f276-5a5d-4b33-95f7-0fd8401476dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### London Private Tour with Exclusive Car and Options £300 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/london-private-tour-with-exclusive-car-and-options.a50254779.activity-details) ![Punting along the College Backs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3362176/e7c6e723-4ef1-4765-9599-e649da2264ce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Shared Punt Tour - 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Excellent 33 4 - Good 23 3 - Okay 2 2 - Disappointing 1 1 - Terrible 0 ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveller A lovely, quaint and welcoming place to visit, with lots of pubs, bars and restaurants, and so close to many interesting places ### 4/5 - Good Verified traveller Thoroughly enjoyed tour and tower tour ### 4/5 - Good Verified traveller I was working...so didn't see much....great meal in the Prince Abert Pub ### 5/5 - Excellent Verified traveller Very nice people and very clean facilities excellent ### 3/5 - Okay Verified traveller great Antique centre by the river ### 3/5 - Okay Verified traveller Typical market town, not a lot to see unless it’s market day. ## Cities near Ely ![Cambridge which includes heritage architecture, a river or creek and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/107000/107851-Cambridge.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cambridge [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cambridge.dx781) ![Cambridgeshire showing signage](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/100000/100713-Cambridgeshire-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Huntingdon [](https://expedia.co.uk/Huntingdon.dx4665) ![Norfolk](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/100000/100818-Norfolk-County.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Thetford [](https://expedia.co.uk/Thetford.dx5451) ![Wisbech](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/100000/100879-Wisbech.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Wisbech [](https://expedia.co.uk/Wisbech.dx5480) - 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