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Attractions and Things to Do in West Sussex

Arundel Castle & Gardens
Built at the end of the 11th century, Arundel Castle is both ancient castle and stately home. It has been the home of the Dukes of Norfolk and their ancestors for 850 years.
Bignor Roman Villa and Museum
The Roman villa is situated in a superb rural setting to the north of the South Downs. The mosaic floors, discovered in 1811, are some of the finest in Britain.
Bognor Regis Museum
Bognor Regis, the first purpose built holiday resort, its history and development.
Borde Hill Garden
The Stephenson Clarke family moved to Sussex in the 1840's and Stephenson R Clarke purchased Borde Hill in 1893. About 1912 his passion for collecting trees and shrubs began by financing expeditions to the Himalayas and China.
Cass Sculpture Foundation
The Foundation's ever-changing display of sculpture, including over 60 large works, is now recognised around the world.
Chichester Cathedral
For 900 years Chichester Cathedral has stood at the heart of Chichester. Each generation has left its mark on the Cathedral, so this magnificent building has unique architecture ranging from original Norman features to the towering Victorian Spire.
Chichester District Museum
Chichester District Museum, housed in an eighteenth century corn store, explores the history of Chichester and District.
Denmans Garden
The unique 20th century garden, jointly owned by renowned garden designer and author John Brookes MBE and Mr Michael Neve, is beautifully planted for all year interest
Devil's Dyke
The sinister sounding Devil's Dyke is a huge dry chalk valley and a historic beauty spot on the South Downs.
Fishbourne Roman Palace
Fishbourne's impressive remains came to light in 1960 when a new water main cut into the previously unsuspected foundations and mosaics.
Fishers Farm Park
Situated in the heart of the West Sussex countryside, Fishers Farm Park is a perfect day out for young families and grandparents alike.
Fontwell Park Racecourse
A very warm welcome awaits you here at the 'Jewel of West Sussex' that is conveniently located on the A27 between the picturesque towns of Arundel and Chichester.
Goodwood Racecourse
Horseracing was started at the Goodwood Racecourse by the 3rd Duke of Richmond in 1802. It continues to stage twenty-two days of the finest racing in the sporting calendar as well as being a firm diary date in the English Summer Season.
High Beeches Gardens
Enjoy twenty acres of enchanting, landscaped, woodland and water gardens.
Hollygate Cactus Garden and Nursery
This unique collection of over 30,000 plants has been built up over the years and is well known throughout the world. It features many rare plants from the more arid areas of the world such as USA, Mexico, South America, Africa etc.
Horsham Museum
Horsham Museum stands out as a place you must visit. Rich in history, it is like no other.
Leonardslee Lakes and Gardens
Leonardslee is internationally famous for its wonderful display of Rhododendron and Azaleas. In May the gardens are considered to be one of the most magnificent gardens in Europe.
Newtimber Place
Newtimber Place is a Sussex moated house, built of flint and brick with a roof of Horsham stone.
Nymans Gardens
Nymans is a garden for true gardening enthusiasts. It successfully combines the horticultural attributes of a plant collector's garden with a clear design which is easy on the eye.
Pallant House Gallery
A contemporary wing adjoining a Queen Anne townhouse holding one of the best collections of Modern British art in the country.
Petworth House
A magnificent late-17th century palace set in a beautiful park, landscaped by 'Capability' Brown and immortalised in Turner's paintings.
RSPB Pulborough Brooks
RSPB Pulborough Brooks is set in the sheltered Arun Valley within the South Downs National Park.
Saint Hill Manor
One of the finest Sussex sandstone buildings in England, Saint Hill Manor was built in 1792 by Gibbs Crawford.
St. Mary's House and Gardens
This historic house in the downland village of Bramber was built in 1470 by Waynflete, Bishop of Winchester, Provost of Eton College and founder of Magdalen College Oxford.
Standen
The Victorian family home of Standen is a celebration of all aspects of the Arts and Crafts Movement.
Steyning Museum
The museum draws together a wealth of objects which recall days long gone and others which seem like only yesterday
Uppark House and Garden
Like many National Trust properties, Uppark House is not just about the historic house and gardens, but also the fascinating lives of those who have lived there.
Wakehurst Place
As well as having an exceptionally fine Elizabethan house, Wakehurst Place has some spectacular gardens which are actually managed by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.
Weald and Downland Open Air Museum
At the heart of the Museum's collection are over 45 historic homes, farms and workplaces that have been rescued from destruction and restored as far as possible to their original form.
West Dean Gardens
A visit to West Dean Gardens is the perfect day out for all the family.
Worthing Museum and Art Gallery
An elegant Edwardian building houses one of the most interesting museum and art galleries in the South! Collections are diverse and include local history, archaeology and geology as well as ceramics and glass.
WWT Arundel Wetland Centre
Gliding through our reed beds in silent electric boats is the best opportunity in Britain to glimpse a rare water vole or see vividly-coloured kingfishers.




Above, you will find a complete list of all the Tourist Attractions in West Sussex we currently have listed on AboutBritain.com.

If you're wondering what to do in West Sussex, then simply explore the links on this page for more detailed information, and you'll soon discover that there are lots of interesting things to do in West Sussex.

As you can see, we have a wide range of ideas for family days out in West Sussex, so you'll never be short of exciting things to do or interesting places to go.




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