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Attractions in Surrey

Surrey is a county packed with attractions that make for unforgettable days out. Whether you're after royal history, world-class gardens, family fun or scenic walks, Surrey delivers. Below you'll find the highlights, practical info and inspiration to plan your visit.

Plan your visit

  • Check opening times: Attractions vary by season.   Please always check the venue’s official website before you travel.
  • Tickets & tours: Some sites require advance booking for special tours or peak dates.
  • Getting around: Surrey is well served by road and rail.   Many attractions are within easy reach of London for day trips.
  • Accessibility: Most major attractions provide visitor information on accessibility and facilities online.

Highlights at a glance

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Castles, palaces and history

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Surrey’s royal and medieval sites take you straight into the pages of history. Hampton Court Palace offers grand Tudor and Baroque architecture, extensive gardens and family-friendly exhibits — allow several hours to explore the rooms, gardens and maze. 

At Runnymede, the riverside meadow marked the sealing of the Magna Carta in 1215 — a defining moment for the rule of law and a place of pilgrimage for history lovers.

Family days out & museums

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Surrey is family-friendly with farms, adventure playgrounds, wildlife centres and interactive museums. From hands-on local history at county museums to meet-the-animals fun at working farms, there’s plenty to keep little explorers busy.

Art-K Dorking

Tutor lead art classes for students and adults covering a wide variety of mediums. We teach children…

Birdworld

Welcome to Birdworld! Nestled just outside Farnham on the Hampshire-Surrey border, Birdworld is home…

Box Hill

Visit Box Hill for breathtaking walks and panoramic views. This outstanding area of woodland and…

Gatton Park

Gatton Park near Reigate is a beautiful historic parkland being restored by The Gatton Trust…

Stoke Park

Situated between London Road and Parkway, Stoke Park is Guildford’s largest and best-known…

Nova Cinema

Following a complete refurbishment in 2020, Nova Cinema now has seven stylish screens, including one…

Painshill

Painshill: A Walk Through a Living Work of Art Painshill offers a unique experience, a stroll…

Surrey Hills & the great outdoors

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A quarter of the county lies within the Surrey Hills National Landscape, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offering panoramic viewpoints, quiet woodlands and miles of trails — ideal for walkers, cyclists and photographers. 
Surrey Hills National Landscape

Top outdoor experiences:

  • Panoramic walks from Box Hill and Leith Hill

  • Vineyard visits and tastings in the North Downs

  • Seasonal colour at arboretums and estate gardens

Bee Friends

Want an experience that’s unusual?  Would you like to learn interesting facts about honey…

Birdworld

Welcome to Birdworld! Nestled just outside Farnham on the Hampshire-Surrey border, Birdworld is home…

Box Hill

Visit Box Hill for breathtaking walks and panoramic views. This outstanding area of woodland and…

Gatton Park

Gatton Park near Reigate is a beautiful historic parkland being restored by The Gatton Trust…

Painshill

Painshill: A Walk Through a Living Work of Art Painshill offers a unique experience, a stroll…

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