Downtown Cambridge

City / town · Ohio

Cambridge

Downtown Cambridge

Best timeApr–Oct
From you
Nearest airportPKB · 48 mi
Typical stay$75/night
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Overview

Cambridge is a city in Guernsey County, Ohio.

3 sights · 2 things to do · 2 places to eat · 2 bars & cafés · 6 places to stay

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Best things about Cambridge

Guernsey County Historical Museum

Local history museum in a 16-room house built in the mid-19th century.

National Museum of Cambridge Glass

A glass museum run by the National Cambridge Collectors.

John and Annie Glenn Museum

Salt Folk Arts & Crafts Festival

The Wilds

The Wilds

A non-profit safari park, and one of the largest wildlife conservation centers in North America. Operated by the Columbus Zoo.

Plan your trip

Best time to visit & weather

Most comfortable: Apr–Oct. Summer highs reach about 84°F; winter lows dip to about 20°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Jun and May. (climate data from nearby Akron)

Jan: 2.9 in rain2.9"Jan: high 36°F, low 20°F36°20°JanFeb: 2.4 in rain2.4"Feb: high 39°F, low 22°F39°22°FebMar: 3.2 in rain3.2"Mar: high 48°F, low 29°F48°29°MarApr: 3.9 in rain3.9"Apr: high 62°F, low 40°F62°40°AprMay: 4.1 in rain4.1"May: high 72°F, low 50°F72°50°MayJun: 4.4 in rain4.4"Jun: high 80°F, low 59°F80°59°JunJul: 4.1 in rain4.1"Jul: high 84°F, low 63°F84°63°JulAug: 3.6 in rain3.6"Aug: high 83°F, low 62°F83°62°AugSep: 3.5 in rain3.5"Sep: high 76°F, low 55°F76°55°SepOct: 3.3 in rain3.3"Oct: high 63°F, low 44°F63°44°OctNov: 3.1 in rain3.1"Nov: high 51°F, low 34°F51°34°NovDec: 2.9 in rain2.9"Dec: high 40°F, low 26°F40°26°Dec

Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).

Getting there

  • From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
  • PKB Mid Ohio Valley Regional Airport, Parkersburg (Williamstown) — 48 mi away. Directions
  • CAK Akron Canton Regional Airport, Akron — 62 mi away. Directions
  • CMH John Glenn Columbus International Airport, Columbus — 69 mi away (major hub). Directions

Cambridge is near the junction of Interstates 70 and 77. US Routes 22 and 40, and Ohio State Route 209 pass through the center of town.

Full “Get in” guide ↓

Budget & where to stay

  • Places to stay listed here: about $50–$50 a night (typical $75), from 2 listed prices.
  • Estimated daily budget per person (room, two meals, local transport and an activity): budget ~$90, mid-range ~$150, comfortable ~$220.

See the Sleep guide ↓ for places to stay.

Sample 1-day itinerary

Day 1

  • Morning Guernsey County Historical Museum, National Museum of Cambridge Glass, Salt Folk Arts & Crafts Festival
  • Lunch The Forum Restaurant
  • Afternoon The Wilds, John and Annie Glenn Museum
  • Dinner Francis Family Restaurants
  • Evening Central Station Steak & Ale

Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.

Food for you

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    Photos

    Downtown CambridgeGuernsey County CourthouseThe WildsCambridge

    Map

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    Understand

    Cambridge was once a hub of glass production in the United States, as it was the location of the Cambridge Glass, Boyd Glass, and Mosser Glass plants. The surrounding area is also known for its S-shaped bridges.

    Visitor information

    Place Cambridge & Guernsey County Visitors & Convention Bureau

    📍 627 Wheeling Ave☎ +1 740-432-2022⚠ Last checked Dec 2018 — confirm before you go
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    Get in

    Cambridge is near the junction of Interstates 70 and 77. US Routes 22 and 40, and Ohio State Route 209 pass through the center of town.

    By bus

    Go Greyhound

    Stops at a gas station.

    📍 2246 Southgate Pkwy
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    Get around

    A local bus line is operated by SEAT.

    See

    See Guernsey County Historical Museum

    Local history museum in a 16-room house built in the mid-19th century.

    📍 218 N 8th St🕒 Apr-Dec: Tue Thu Sat noon-3PM💲 $3☎ +1 740 439-5884
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    See National Museum of Cambridge Glass

    A glass museum run by the National Cambridge Collectors.

    📍 136 S 9th St🕒 Apr-Oct: Wed-Sat 9AM-4PM, Sun noon-4PM💲 $5 general admission, $4 AAA members and seniors, children under 12 free☎ +1 740 432-4245
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    See John and Annie Glenn Museum

    📍 72 W. Main St, New Concord
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    Do

    Do Salt Folk Arts & Crafts Festival

    ⚠ Last checked Dec 2018 — confirm before you go
    MapsWebsite

    Eat

    Drink

    Sleep

    Stay Hampton Inn

    📍 8775 Georgetown RdCheck-in 3PM · out noon☎ +1 740-439-0600⚠ Last checked Dec 2018 — confirm before you go
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    Stay Baymont Inn

    📍 61595 Southgate Parkway💲 ~$50☎ +1 740-421-4177⚠ Last checked Dec 2018 — confirm before you go
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    Stay Comfort Inn

    📍 2327 Southgate Parkway☎ +1 740-435-3200⚠ Last checked Dec 2018 — confirm before you go
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    Stay Fairfield Inn & Suites

    📍 8700 Dozer Rd☎ +1 740-435-8700⚠ Last checked Dec 2018 — confirm before you go
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    Stay Holiday Inn Express & Suites

    📍 2035 Southgate Parkway💲 ~$100☎ +1 740-421-4988⚠ Last checked Dec 2018 — confirm before you go
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    Stay Microtel

    📍 8779 Georgetown Rd☎ +1 740-435-8080⚠ Last checked Dec 2018 — confirm before you go
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    Go next

    The Wilds

    Do The Wilds

    A non-profit safari park, and one of the largest wildlife conservation centers in North America. Operated by the Columbus Zoo.

    📍 Cumberland⚠ Last checked Apr 2020 — confirm before you go
    MapsWebsite

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