Welcome to Ely and East Cambridgeshire's Official Tourism and Leisure Website

About Ely & the District

Welcome to the historic city of Ely, full of charm and beauty and home to one of the most magnificent cathedrals in England.

Nestled in the Fen countryside, this small city in East Cambridgeshire is your ideal day visit or short break location. Whether it is a tranquil, peaceful retreat you are looking for or an inspiring, invigorating visit then the bustling city of Ely surrounded by dramatic countryside has it all.

Ely has the major tourist locations of Cambridge and Newmarket on its doorstep at the same time as being only an hour away from London by rail and only two hours away from the Norfolk Coast by car. Not forgetting of course the numerous small villages and towns in between that each have their own individual characteristics to offer. Therefore, Ely makes for an ideal base for exploring the area.

New Visit Ely Guide Now Available

If you are planning a visit to Ely, then why not take a look at the new Visit Ely Guide. It is packed with useful information about Ely and the District, which will help you make the most of your visit. Find out about attractions in the area, where to stay, events happening through the year, where to eat, plus much more.

Download a copy of the Visit Ely Guide now.

Tourist Tracks

Looking for a guided walking tour of Ely and the cathedral? Don't want to join a group or wrestle with a guide book? Then download an official MP3 walking tour from Tourist Tracks, and let your iPod or MP3 player be your guide. Two tours cost just £5.00.