What's Ely like?

Ely is a friendly place known for its cathedral. Learn about the local heritage of Ely at top landmarks like Ely Cathedral. While you're here, stop by Oliver Cromwell's House and Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve.

How to get to Ely

What is the closest airport to Ely?

• Cambridge (CBG), 13.1 mi (21.1 km) from central Ely

What are the closest train stations to Ely?

• Ely Station (0.2 mi/0.3 km from the city centre)
• Ely Littleport Station (5.3 mi/8.5 km from the city centre)
• Shippea Hill Station (6.8 mi/11 km from the city centre)

Things to see and do in Ely

What is there to see in Ely?

• Ely Cathedral
• Oliver Cromwell's House
• Wicken Fen National Nature Reserve

What is there to do in Ely?

• Jubilee Gardens
• Ted Coney's Family Portraits
• Babylon Gallery
• Ely Museum

When is the best time to visit Ely?

• Hottest months: July, June, August, September (average 21°C)
• Coldest months: January, December, February, March (average 1°C)
• Rainiest months: October, June, January and March (average 56.50 inches of rainfall)

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