Timeline
06:51
Find the Cooper-Frost-Austin House and step onto the grounds. Arrive twenty minutes before the sun breaks the horizon to let your eyes adjust to the dim light and appreciate the quiet of the 1681 structure before the crowds arrive.
07:11
Watch the sunrise. The sun sets toward the WSW, meaning it rises in the ENE. Position yourself to catch the first rays hitting the historic façade, marking the start of your day with the oldest residence in Cambridge.
07:36
Walk three minutes to Simon's Coffee Shop. It is one of the few places open early enough to serve you immediately after sunrise. Order a coffee or a light breakfast to warm up after the morning chill.
08:11
End your morning at Sarah's Market & Cafe. Located a short walk away, this spot offers a relaxed atmosphere to finish your coffee or grab a substantial breakfast item as the full bustle of Cambridge begins.
Local tip
The Cooper-Frost-Austin House is open for tours seasonally. If you are visiting outside the tour season, you can still view the exterior from the grounds, but check if the front door is accessible. Simon's Coffee Shop opens at 07:30 on weekdays and 08:00 on weekends, so arrive promptly after sunrise to ensure you get a seat.
Check before you go
- The Cooper-Frost-Austin House is open for tours seasonally. Confirm opening status if you plan to enter.
- Simon's Coffee Shop hours: Mo-Fr 07:30-15:30; Sa-Su 08:00-15:30.
- Sarah's Market & Cafe hours: Market Mo-Su 07:00-21:00; Cafe Mo-Fr 07:00-19:00; Sa,Su 07:00-15:00.
Worth knowing
- Simon's Coffee Shop is open at 07:36 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Cambridge (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).