St John the Evangelist's Church, Cambridge

Walking into St John the Evangelist's Church in Cambridge is like stepping into a corner of the city most tourists miss entirely. This Victorian Gothic gem sits quietly away from the college tourist crowds, and that's precisely its charm. The architecture is genuinely impressive - soaring pointed arches, intricate stonework, and that particular kind of light that only comes through proper stained glass. You'll spend a good twenty minutes here if you're actually paying attention to the detail, though you can pop in and out in five if you're just ticking boxes.

It's the sort of place that appeals most to architecture enthusiasts and anyone keen on Victorian ecclesiastical design. History buffs will appreciate it too - Cambridge has so much medieval college work that this 19th-century addition often gets overlooked, which is a shame. Families with older kids who can sit still for a bit will find it peaceful rather than tedious.

Admission appears to be free, though do check opening hours before you go - church hours can be unpredictable. The real win here is location. You're just over a mile from Cherry Hinton Caravan and Motorhome Club Campsite or the Cambridge Camping and Caravanning Club Site, making it a sensible afternoon wander if you're based at either. Pair it with a proper walk through Cambridge's colleges and the river, and you've got half a day sorted without fighting the crowds at King's College Chapel.