What to do in Ipswich

Activities, attractions and tours

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Ipswich Waterfront which includes a bay or harbour and a sunset
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Ipswich which includes a garden and autumn colours

Ipswich Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Ipswich 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

Ipswich 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 Ipswich 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.

Ipswich Attractions

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What to do in Ipswich

Discover the most popular places to visit in Ipswich

Ipswich Waterfront showing a bay or harbor and night scenes

Ipswich Waterfront

Now a lively district with a harmonious blend of historical landmarks, bars, restaurants and cultural centers, this area was formerly an industrial dockyard.

Ipswich Waterfront
#lksawaydays recently watched Reading play against Ipswich Town at Portman Road Stadium

Portman Road

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Catch an event at Portman Road during your trip to Ipswich. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the lively bars while you're in the area.

Portman Road
University Campus Suffolk featuring a bay or harbour

University Campus Suffolk

Student life in Ipswich is everywhere as you wander between the modern faculty buildings of this institution of higher education.

University Campus Suffolk
Blackfriars showing signage and building ruins

Blackfriars

A mishmash of architectural styles and varied dining options fill this district that cuts through the site of a former Dominican friary.

Blackfriars
Ipswich Museum which includes interior views

Ipswich Museum

Displays of exotic animals, ancient Egyptian artifacts and millennia-old fossils showcase ethnographic and natural history from countries around the world.

Ipswich Museum

Jimmy's Farm

Enjoy an outing to Jimmy's Farm during your stay in Wherstead. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Jimmy's Farm

Ipswich Regent Theatre

Enjoy a performance at Ipswich Regent Theatre, a storied theater in Ipswich. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Ipswich Regent Theatre

Foxhall Stadium

Catch an event at Foxhall Stadium during your trip to Kesgrave. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Foxhall Stadium

Trinity Park Conference and Events Centre

Explore the great outdoors at Trinity Park Conference and Events Centre, a lovely green space in Purdis Farm. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Trinity Park Conference and Events Centre

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Whitton

The historic sites, restaurants, and spas are just a few things travelers enjoy about Whitton. If you want to experience more of the area, check out Ipswich Museum or New Wolsey Theatre.

Whitton

 

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Day trip destinations from Ipswich

Colchester featuring markets and signage as well as a large group of people

Colchester

Felixstowe, Suffolk is a well loved, traditional seaside resort known for its Blue Flag quality sand and shingle beach, long promenade, perfectly kept seafront gardens and variety of seaside attractions. Further North of the town are the Six Martello towers, built to prevent Napoleonic invasion, which stand on Felixstowe’s coast going up towards Aldeburgh. Five of these towers are private and unused (one pictured above), and one has been converted into a private residence house. #uk #england #britain #europe #coast #sea #coastaltown #seagroynes #sunrise

Felixstowe

The River Stour winds past houses on the edge of Sudbury, Suffolk on a sunny autumn day

Sudbury

River @ Woodbridge

Woodbridge

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Bury St Edmunds

Ipswich by the Marina

Stowmarket

St Marys Church Stoke by Nayland
Photo by Peter French (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

Stoke by Nayland

Country Hall, Tatingstone
Photo by michael wade (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

Tattingstone

Frequently asked questions

Is Ipswich worth visiting?
Famous for its bars and pubs and walking trails, discovering cool things to do in Ipswich is easy. Be sure to add Ipswich Regent Theatre to your trip itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Ipswich?
Once you've checked off top attractions like Martlesham Heath Control Tower Museum and Wattisham Station Heritage Airfield Museum, spend the rest of your day enjoying Ipswich's retail and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Ipswich?
The top tourist attraction in Ipswich is Ipswich Regent Theatre, so be sure to put it on your itinerary.
Is three days enough to stay in Ipswich?
Three days in Ipswich is plenty of time to enjoy the city's leading attractions. Many guests book for two days on average. Ipswich Regent Theatre, Martlesham Heath Control Tower Museum and New Wolsey Theatre are top-rated sights. Like to discover more? Hang around a little longer to visit nearby hotspots such as Bury St Edmunds.
Is Ipswich a walkable city?
It depends on what you want to do and see in Ipswich. Several key attractions, such as Ipswich Regent Theatre and New Wolsey Theatre, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll around some of Ipswich's best neighbourhoods, Whitton is 3 kilometres away from downtown, while Westerfield is 3 kilometres away from the city centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Ipswich with kids?
If you are after activities and attractions for all the family, check out these great ideas for what to do in Ipswich with kids.

What to do in Ipswich for adults?
The Willis Building and Ipswich Museum are just a couple of the things to do in Ipswich. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone to explore.
Are there free things to do in Ipswich?
One of the easiest ways to discover free things to do in Ipswich is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on cool neighbourhoods, parks and other top attractions you can visit without reaching for your wallet. Martlesham Heath Control Tower Museum is one place that doesn't charge an entrance fee.