To build your own Itinerary, click 
next to an item to add it to your Itinerary basket. You will then be able to save, download, or share your itinerary.
Already saved an Itinerary?
Get up close to Colchester Museums collections. Join our wonderful curators for the opportunity to handle some of the museums treasured collections.
Learn about how we preserve the objects in our collections and let history come to life, in your very hands! It's the perfect treat for the budding historian in your family!
No Booking required
Free event after Castle admission
Colchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe. Constructed on the foundations of…
Three centuries of fascinating toys, costume, clocks and decorative arts displayed in an…
Discover the foundations of the Roman Theatre, located in Colchester town centre.
The Minories is Colchester's Oldest Art Gallery. Entry is free and there is a range of…
Get up close to nature as you discover an interesting perspective on the local natural…
Colchester's Roman Wall is the oldest and longest surviving town wall in Britain.
The jewel in Colchester’s crown - an award-winning oasis of horticultural splendour…
Firstsite is an international gallery and creative community space. See the world…
This attractive area was home to Flemish Protestant refugees in the 16th Century.
15th Century flint flushwork gatehouse to St John's Abbey (demolished)
Dating from the 4th century AD the foundations of this church near the Police Station…
High Woods Country Park is one of Colchester's beauty spots, ideal for walking, cycling,…
Gosbecks Archaeological Park is one of the most significant Iron Age and Roman sites in…
Home to around 180 species and set in 60 acres of parkland and lakes, Colchester…
Dedham Vale Vineyard is set in 40 acres of vines, woods and pasture on the edge of the…
Covering 6 acres, these beautiful gardens and nursery were created by award-winning…
Dedham Art & Craft Centre is housed in a converted church in this popular village. The…
Poplar is proud to have been at the heart of the community for over 80 years. Our roots…
For over 50 years the East Anglian Railway Museum has been transporting visitors of all…
Recently Viewed
Gardening Event
The Countess of Warwick was the most famous owner of the Gardens of Easton Lodge - she was first…
Outdoor Event
Our one-day beginners' map-reading course for adults and young adults (13+) covers all you need to…
Dance
The peaceful village of Bebko is alive with joyous celebrations. Suddenly, under attack, everything…
Play
Join Mr Holmes, the king of the detectives, as he brings to life those startling cases, The Sussex…
Live entertainment
It's time to "put your beer in the sideboard here" and get yerself along to this wonderful show…
Animal Event
A 2 hour on farm experience which includes a 55 minute , on farm, walk with our alpacas. Through…
Ratings
Powered By
© Visit Essex 2025. All Rights Reserved
