A very warm welcome to Surrey from the official tourist board

Whether you’re travelling to Surrey for a holiday or you’re a local resident looking for exciting things to do in your home county, Visit Surrey is the official guide to discovering the best of Surrey every single day of the year.

Nestled in the south-east of England, Surrey is a diverse place to visit that’s full of surprises around every corner, whether you’re looking for peaceful walks in the countryside, historic country pubs, thriving town centre coffee culture or adrenaline fuelled adventures. 

Gateway to the countryside

Just a stone’s throw from London, with Gatwick and Heathrow airports on the doorstep, Surrey is a million miles from the capital’s hustle and bustle with beautiful countryside, quintessentially English villages and thriving towns.  

You can discover everything you need to know about visiting Surrey by browsing our official guides on this website. Looking for things to do in Surrey this weekend? Then don't miss our ever changing what's on guide.

Looking for inspiration? Well there is just so much to see and do in Surrey, with wonderful attractions, rich history and heritage, arts and culture, and fabulous hotels and places to stay.  

Great days out in Surrey

Explore some of the best country estate hotels and historic pubs in Britain; award-winning vineyards, breweries and farm shops; leisurely walks and cycle rides with spectacular Surrey Hills views; serene rivers that are perfect for boating trips; wildlife attractions for fantastic travel photography; and much more on the Visit Surrey site.   

Visit Surrey's online guide is here to help you plan the perfect visit for great days out with family and friends in beautiful Surrey. You can read our latest travel articles and news for top tips, ideas and inspiration for things to see and do in Surrey on your next visit.

Explore the rolling countryside and vast woodlands. As England’s most wooded county, you’ll discover the Surrey Hills Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), complete with the highest point in the south east of England, Leith Hill.  

We've got expanses of ancient heathland, beautiful stretches of waterways and many stunning scenic landscapes for you to discover! Surrey is home to National Trust properties, gardens and countryside with historic tales to tell; Surrey Wildlife Trust nature reserves that change with the seasons; and the Royal Horticultural Society's flagship garden at Wisley. 

Beautiful towns and villages

Our vibrant market towns, such as Guildford, Woking, Dorking, Farnham and Reigate, host a mix of independent shops, High Street names and a tasty variety of place to eat and drink.

Head off the beaten track to some of our picture postcard English villages, which help to ensure people return to Surrey time and time again. You might even spot some film locations along the way, as Hollywood movies have made full use of their chocolate box beauty. 

Surrey is a great base to discover the delights of the home counties of England, as well as the great attractions London has to offer on our doorstep but there's so much to see here too. Feeling inspired? Well why not book your stay in Surrey today.

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