Cambridge

Fitzwilliam Museum

One of Britain's Greatest Museums

Trumpington Street
Cambridge, CB2 1RB

Phone: +44 1223 33 2900

Fax: +44 1223 33 2923

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This neo-classical building was founded in 1816 and is guarded by sculptured lions and boasts a magnificent entrance hall. A visit to the Egyptian galleries with their exotic mummies, or a tour of an art collection which includes masterpieces by Rubens, Monet and Picasso are featured, along with classical statues, delicate oriental fans, illuminated manuscripts and pottery throughout. A cafe is also on site. Guided tours on Sundays at 2:30p cost GBP3. Admission: free

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