Don't Sigh with the Students—Here's the Best Way to Experience Cambridge's Bridge of Sighs!

Located inside St John's College, the Bridge of Sighs was built in 1831. Legend has it that students passing through before exams would let out sighs of despair—but your only job is to smile and snap away! To see the full Gothic carvings up close, you'll need to grab a college admission ticket (around £15, which includes access to the New Court). However, the absolute best way to experience it is by going punting on the River Cam and gliding right under the bridge. Your punter will even dish out some local gossip, and the light and shadow dancing on the pale yellow stone arch is simply breathtaking. You can snag gorgeous, free shots of the bridge's reflection and the little boats in a single frame from the riverbank. If you're visiting during peak season, definitely go in the morning to dodge the tour groups. While you're at it, swing by Trinity College and the Mathematical Bridge at Queens' College. Oh, and make sure to wear comfy flats—those cobblestone streets are absolute murder on high heels! It's just a quick one-hour direct train ride from London King's Cross, making it the perfect half-day trip. Cambridge