Attractions in Windsor & Things to Do in Windsor
(and nearby)

Windsor Castle (< 1 Mile)*
Towering above the winding streets of Windsor, the 12th century Windsor Castle is the largest in England.
Royal Windsor Racecourse (1 Mile)*
Experience the unique blend of royal heritage & intimate atmosphere that is Royal Windsor Racecourse. Over the years we've played host to may exciting and successful events notably our famous summertime Monday night racing!
Legoland® Windsor (2 Miles)*
Legoland is promoted as the UK's most unique theme park. Since it opened in 1996 at Windsor it has grown steadily to become the third most popular attraction in the UK.
Dorney Court (2 Miles)*
Dorney Court has been the home of the Palmer family for more than 450 years, passing from father to son through thirteen generations. It is a Grade 1 listed building.
Runnymede (2 Miles)*
Runnymede is an integral part of England's history. These extensive water meadows along the banks of the River Thames near Windsor are where King John famously signed the Magna Carta in 1215.
Ascot Racecourse (5 Miles)*
Ascot Racecourse is synonymous with quality, excellence and a truly memorable day out. The highlight of the year is Royal Ascot in June with five days of tradition, pageantry and style.
Cliveden (6 Miles)*
This spectacular estate overlooking the River Thames has a series of charismatic gardens featuring topiary, statuary, water gardens, a formal parterre and woodland and riverside walks with magnificent vistas.
Thorpe Park (7 Miles)*
For the ultimate adrenaline fix in 2012, grab your mates and take on some of Europe's most extreme rides and attractions at the nation's Thrill Capital, Thorpe Park.
Chertsey Museum (7 Miles)*
The Museum is housed in the Cedars, a Grade II listed Regency town house with an attractive garden
Colne Valley Regional Park (8 Miles)*
The Colne Valley Regional Park provides a fantastic area for people to explore. Covering 40 square miles of countryside to the west of London, the Park is a mosaic of woodland, farmland, and waterways with many hidden treasures.
Odds Farm Park (8 Miles)*
A visit to Odds Farm Park provides an opportunity to meet many rare and interesting animals - and have a great day out at any time of the year.
Look Out Discovery Centre (8 Miles)*
The Look Out Discovery Centre has over 90 interactive exhibits designed to entertain and educate children and adults of all ages.
Bekonscot Model Village (9 Miles)*
Bekonscot is the oldest model village in the world. Portraying rural England in the 1930's, time has stood still in this wonderland of make-believe, which is over 80 years old.
Kempton Park Racecourse (10 Miles)*
Kempton Park Racecourse, in Sunbury-on-Thames, offers racegoers a fantastic experience of racing and entertainment only 30 minutes from Central London.
Milton's Cottage (10 Miles)*
Come and visit the Grade 1 listed XVIth Century cottage where John Milton lived and completed "Paradise Lost" and started "Paradise regained".
Osterley Park (11 Miles)*
The spectacular 18th-century interiors of the Osterley Park house comprise one of Britain's most complete examples of Robert Adam's work.
Brooklands Museum (11 Miles)*
Brooklands Museum opened in 1991 on 30 acres of the original 1907 motor-racing circuit. The Museum features the most historic and steepest section of the old Banked Track and the 1-in-4 Test Hill.
Boston Manor House (12 Miles)*
Boston Manor House is a fine Jacobean manor house built in 1623 and situated in parkland containing a lake and ancient cedar trees.
Painshill Park (13 Miles)*
Painshill Park is one of the most important 18th century landscapes in Europe. It was created by the Hon. Charles Hamilton between 1738 and 1773 as a series of subtle and surprising scenes.
RHS Garden Wisley (13 Miles)*
With stunning and facinating orchids in the Glasshouse in Spring time to the ever popular Flower Show and the very much enjoyed A Taste of Autumn, everyone can come and enjoy an event at Wisley.
Hampton Court Palace (13 Miles)*
For over 500 years, Hampton Court Palace has stood serenely on the banks of the River Thames. Many important historical figures, including 12 monarchs, have fallen helplessly for her charms. Will you join them?
Sandown Park Racecourse (13 Miles)*
Considered the best viewing racecourse and a natural amphitheatre, Sandown Park's exceptional facilities make it one of the top racecourses in the UK.
Claremont Landscape Gardens (13 Miles)*
Claremont Landscape Gardens are an early example of what became known as Landscape Gardens in the early 18th century.
Hughenden Manor (13 Miles)*
Hughenden Manor was the home of Victorian prime minister and statesman Benjamin Disraeli from 1848 until his death in 1881. Most of his furniture, books and pictures remain in this, his private retreat.
Fawley Court (13 Miles)*
Fawley Court has a history that dates back to the 11th Century, the current house being designed by the world famous Sir Christopher Wren in 1683.
* Distances shown are in a direct line. Distances by road will be longer.



Above, you'll find a list of the Tourist Attractions in Windsor and things to do in Windsor (and nearby) listed on AboutBritain.com.

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