10 TOP Things to Do in South West England (2025 Activity Guide)

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Most popular experiences in South West England

Tours & day trips

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Windsor Castle, Stonehenge & Bath with Lunch in a 14th-Century Pub

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Small Group Cotswolds Villages, Stratford and Oxford Day Tour from London

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Private & custom tours

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England in 1 Day: Stonehenge, Bath, Stratford-upon-Avon & the Cotswolds

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Adventure & outdoor

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From Bournemouth: Lulworth Cove and Durdle Door Trip

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Villages of The Cotswolds Small-Group Tour by Luxury Mini Coach from London

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Classes & workshops

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Wooden Duck Painting or Pottery Painting-Take item home same day

What to do in South West England

Popular places to visit

Stonehenge

This powerful prehistoric structure is one of England’s most visited monuments and an important UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Cheddar Gorge

Explore the great outdoors at Cheddar Gorge, a lovely green space in Cheddar. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Poole Harbour

Visit a forested part of this harbor’s archipelago after strolling along the charming promenade full of restaurants, pubs and boutiques.

Longleat Safari and Adventure Park

Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Longleat Safari and Adventure Park during your vacation in Warminster? Wander the picturesque gardens or discover the beautiful countryside in this quaint area.

Eden Project

Explore one of Cornwall’s biggest and best attractions, an eco-garden of plants from around the world that was built to educate and entertain.

Durdle Door

Swim through the large natural arch in the cliffs, which juts out dramatically into the sea and dates back about 140 million years.

Bournemouth Beach

Stroll along miles of England’s southern coast and stop at the fun parks and activity centers along the way.

Cabot Circus Shopping Centre

Discover new fashion trends, watch the latest releases from Hollywood and play a round of miniature golf at this modern retail mall.

Bournemouth International Centre

Go to a performance, conference, exhibition or other event at this large venue, which sits on the beautiful coast of Bournemouth.

Areas of South West England

Cabot Circus Shopping Centre showing street scenes and shopping as well as a small group of people

Bristol City Centre

The beating heart of Bristol is packed with stunning architectural landmarks, shopping districts, centuries-old pubs and live music venues.

Bath Abbey which includes heritage architecture, street scenes and a city

Bath City Centre

The lively bars and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Bath City Centre. A stop by Thermae Bath Spa or Roman Baths might round out your trip.

Clifton

This picturesque suburb of Bristol is home to iconic city landmarks, an excellent zoo and boutiques set inside Georgian- and Victoria-era buildings.

St. Mary Redcliffe Church featuring a bay or harbor

Bristol Floating Harbour

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Bristol Floating Harbour. Make a stop by We The Curious or Millennium Square while you're exploring the area.

The Holburne Museum featuring heritage architecture

Bathwick

While visiting Bathwick, you might make a stop by sights like The Holburne Museum and The Recreation Ground.

Filton

Filton is well-liked for its shopping. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Bristol area, you might plan a trip to The Mall at Cribbs Causeway or Memorial Stadium.