Top Holiday Attractions in England

Top holiday attractions in England

Whether you are looking for something to keep you, your partner or a group of friends entertained our selection of holiday attractions in England will give you some inspiration.

From thrills and spills at theme parks to the peace and relaxation of beautiful gardens there is something for everyone across England. The attraction listings include museums, country houses, castles, cathedrals, farms, zoos and so much more.

Search Top England Attractions Here

Search by English county below


Chislehurst Caves, Chislehurst

Attractions in Kent

Grab a lantern and get ready for an amazing adventure. Visit the caves and your whole family can travel back in time as you explore the maze of passageways deep beneath Chislehurst. During a 45 minute guided tour, visit the Caves church, Druid alter and Haunted pool.


All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food


The National Stud, Newmarket

Attractions in Suffolk

A great family day out. Each tour takes in the superb Stallion Unit, with an opportunity to view the stallions in residence, plus the Foaling Unit and Nursery Yards. You will see mares and foals in their paddocks and younger visitors will be delighted by our resident miniature Shetland ponies. See a review at www.find-family-holidays.co.uk/blog/.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food


Natural History Museum, London

Attractions in London

The Natural History Museum has hundreds of exciting, interactive exhibits. Highlights include Dinosaurs; Creepy-Crawlies; Human Biology and mammals, with its unforgettable huge blue whale.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food


Norman Lockyer Observatory, Sidmouth

Attractions in Devon

The solar system, space travel, communications and the weather are all explained and explored in fascinating exhibitions, models and hands-on activities. Visitors can talk to people all over the world in the radio room.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access All weather Sunny days Space for eating own food


The Canterbury Tales, Canterbury

Attractions in Kent

This fascinating Audio-visual experience located in the centre of Canterbury is one of the town's most popular visitor attractions. Step back in time to experience the sights, sounds and smells of the Middle Ages in this stunning reconstruction of 14th Century England. The Canterbury Tales is a stunningly accurate recreation of medieval life.  With new audio guides, it provides an excellent introduction to the City and its famous literary connection.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access All weather Sunny days


The Lost Gardens of Heligan, St Austell

Attractions in Cornwall

Spectacular gardens set in 80 acres of grounds. Learn how these gardens have been restored to glory and see the many subtropical species that thrive here.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food


Chedworth Roman Villa, Cheltenham

Attractions in Gloucestershire

See the remains of one of the largest Roman-British villas in the country. The site comprises of more than a mile of walls, several fine mosaics, two bath houses, hypocausts, a water-shrine and a latrine. The museum houses objects from the villa


Disabled/Wheelchair Access All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food


Eastbourne Pier, Eastbourne

Attractions in East Sussex

Jutting out into the sea from the middle of Eastbourne Seafront the Pier, built in the 1870's, has much to offer. Camera Obscura is an original 360 degree Victorian projector, the only pier with a fully functioning attraction of this type.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access Pet friendly All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food


South Lakes Wild Animal Park, Dalton-in-Furness

Attractions in Cumbria

A leading conservation Zoo, South Lakes Animal park is home to some of the rarest animals. With many of them free to roam you can see them in their most natural habitat.


All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food


Haynes Motor Museum, Sparkford

Attractions in Somerset

Travel through 100 years of motoring history with Britain's most spectacular collection of historic cars from around the world.


Disabled/Wheelchair Access All weather Sunny days Restaurant or cafe Space for eating own food

See more English Attractions


Search by English County

 

Attractions with Wheelchair Access

Most UK holiday attractions now offer suitable wheelchair access and you will find on our listings that we have indicated where we believe they are accessible. However you should check prior to departure with the attraction for your specific needs.

Pet/Dog Friendly Attractions

Many of the attractions are dog friendly and so we have indicated where we believe they are pet friendly. Again, please check prior to departure with the attraction to make sure as rules do change.

Want to add to our Holiday Attractions

Our list of holiday attractions is growing and constantly being updated and so if you want to include a holiday attraction in England that you have been to then simply let us know via our Facebook page.

 

 

Fast search

 

Find Cottage Holidays

Find Cottage Holidays mission is to promote the very best of the UK and Ireland's wonderful self catering accommodation, whether it be cottages, apartments, lodges, chalets, houses, villas or bungalows. But, it's not just about the cottages, we also try and bring you some helpful guides and information on the places to go, things to see and activities to do while you enjoy your break in England, Scotland, Wales or Ireland. In fact, we are adding to our list daily but if you think we have missed somewhere special tell us via our Facebook page. With wonderful countryside and superb coastlines to explore the UK and Ireland has so much to offer.

Cottage Holiday Favourites