What to do in Chelmsford

Activities, attractions and tours

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Chelmsford Cathedral
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Chelmsford Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Chelmsford has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Chelmsford is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Chelmsford to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Chelmsford Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Chelmsford.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Chelmsford attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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What to do in Chelmsford

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A Great place to visit. One Sunday a month there is free admission

Hylands House and Park

Learn about the local history of Writtle with a stop at Hylands House and Park. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Hylands House and Park
Leez Priory in Chelmsford, Essex. Fantastic place for a wedding venue.

Leez Priory

You can learn about the history of Great and Little Leighs with a stop at Leez Priory. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Leez Priory
Chelmsford Cathedral

Chelmsford Cathedral

Chelmsford Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Chelmsford, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Chelmsford Cathedral
Another view

Admirals Park LNR

You can take time to visit Admirals Park LNR during your travels to Chelmsford. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Admirals Park LNR
Another view

Admirals Park

Admirals Park is just one of the places to see in Chelmsford, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Admirals Park

Chelmsford City Racecourse

You can take time to visit Chelmsford City Racecourse during your travels to Great and Little Leighs. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Chelmsford City Racecourse

Bond Street

During your trip to Chelmsford, you can do some window-shopping at Bond Street. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Bond Street

Marsh Farm Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Marsh Farm Country Park, a lovely green space in Chelmsford. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.

Marsh Farm Country Park

Galleywood Common

You can take time to visit Galleywood Common during your travels to Galleywood.

Galleywood Common

 

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Day trip destinations from Chelmsford

Horse Paddock, Ramsey Tyrells, Essex. Looking north-west from Ramsey Tyrells which lies about a mile west of the village of Stock.
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Stock

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Rochford

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Billericay

Twisted Oaks. These old oak pollards are in 1324955 an Essex Wildlife Nature Reserve consisting of 23 Acres of ancient woodland managed by the Trust and arable farmland worked by a tenant farmer. To learn more about the reserve see http://www.essexwt.org.uk/visitor_centres__nature_reserves/shut_heath_wood_nature_reserve/

Wickham Bishops

Sunset over the River Crouch at Burnham-on-Crouch in Essex, UK

Burnham-on-Crouch

Black Notley church and Hall, Essex
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Black Notley

Frequently asked questions

Is Chelmsford worth visiting?
Providing a mix of nature and family-friendly attractions, there are many things to do in Chelmsford. When you're here, head to Palace of Beaulieu, a key attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Chelmsford?
Start your day with a visit to Palace of Beaulieu and Stock Brook Country Club. Then, tour different areas of Chelmsford for a bite to eat and some retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Chelmsford?
You can't go home without exploring Palace of Beaulieu, rated the top tourist attraction in Chelmsford.
Is three days enough to stay in Chelmsford?
Three days will give you plenty of time to check out some popular city attractions, including Palace of Beaulieu, Hylands House and Park and Bond Street. The average stay in Chelmsford is two days. If you feel the urge to extend your getaway, London isn't far away.
What are some activities to do in Chelmsford with kids?
If you're looking for sights and activities for all ages, we've got some awesome ideas for what to do in Chelmsford with kids.

What to do in Chelmsford for adults?
Whether you're a food lover, culture enthusiast or outdoor explorer, there are loads of things to do in Chelmsford for adults including Bond Street and Battlesbridge Antiques and Craft Centre.
Are there free things to do in Chelmsford?
From enjoying parks to wandering around hip neighbourhoods, it's a breeze to discover free things to do in Chelmsford. If you need new ideas, get some tips from a local tour guide. Bond Street is a great spot for anyone wishing to save on their travel adventures.

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