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Attractions and events
In this section you can browse for ideas on where to go, and what to do when you arrive. Find out more about local attractions, activities, shows and events. Start using the links below for a comprehensive holiday guide to England.
We've compiled a comprehensive list of every theme park, landmark, museum, national park and activity in England.
Your perfect weekend doesn't need to involve a long car journey. Find some fantastic local attractions and events.
Whether you enjoy music festivals, watching the latest West End theatre or visiting flower shows in the English countryside - it's all here.
If you’re stuck for inspiration for places to take the family, then look no further.
Adrenaline-fuelled mayhem and a huge selection of kiddie-friendly rides, thee's a good reason Alton Towers is the UK's most popular family theme park.
Buckingham Palace is The Queen's official residence situated in the heart of London - its 19 State Rooms are open to visitors throughout the summer.
This internationally acclaimed resure centre is home to over 230 primates, which we're pretty sure includes more than a few cheeky monkeys.
Large visitor attractions that go that extra mile to ensure their visitors have a really enjoyable experience.
Explore England the easy way when you download our Tom Tom application and discover the quickest way to over 17,000 quality assessed accommodation and 5,000 attractions.
We’ve got information, tips and advice for older travellers and people with physical or sensory needs to make your journey around England easier, including accommodation assessed for its accessibility.
Look out for this logo on the attractions featured in these pages. It means that it’s been rigorously assessed by one of VisitBritain’s team of experienced professionals, checking out every aspect of that attraction from a visitor’s point of view. In these difficult economic times, every pound has to be spent carefully, so be assured that all attractions showing this logo have, themselves, been quality assured in England’s only independent quality scheme for all attractions.
Click the icon for more information about how the quality scheme operates.
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