What to do in Stansted

Activities, attractions and tours

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Mountfitchet Castle showing heritage elements, château or palace and a pond
Mountfitchet Castle showing château or palace and heritage elements as well as a family

Stansted Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Stansted 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

Stansted 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 Stansted 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.

Stansted 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 Stansted.

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 Stansted attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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Mountfitchet Castle showing heritage elements, château or palace and a pond

Mountfitchet Castle

Travel back more than 900 years in time when you step into a replica of a medieval castle and its dwellings.

Mountfitchet Castle

House on the Hill Toy Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in House on the Hill Toy Museum in Stansted. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

House on the Hill Toy Museum

Whoosh Explore

Enjoy an outing to Whoosh Explore during your stay in Stansted. Check out the spas and charming coffeehouses in this walkable area.

Whoosh Explore

Mountfitchet Romeera Leisure Centre

Enjoy an outing to Mountfitchet Romeera Leisure Centre during your stay in Stansted. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Mountfitchet Romeera Leisure Centre

 

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Day trip destinations from Stansted

Bishop\'s Stortford showing château or palace and heritage architecture

Bishop's Stortford

St John the Evangelist's Church, Bush End, Hatfield Broad Oak, Essex, England ~ buttressed chancel and nave, and vestry with attached chimney stack at the north of the chancel
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Takeley

School (originally a Board School) on Crow Street at Henham, in Essex, England . Software: RAW file lens-corrected, optimized and converted to JPEG with DxO OpticsPro 10 Elite, and likely further optimized and/or cropped and/or spun with Adobe Photoshop CS2.
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Henham

Frequently asked questions

Is Stansted worth visiting?
Stansted has an interesting mix of local charm, attractions and culture. Whether you're into history, outdoor activities or traditional food, there's a lot you'll find here.
How do I spend a day in Stansted?
Begin your day with a visit to Walden Castle Keep and Fry Art Gallery. Then, tour other parts of Stansted for local restaurants and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Stansted?
Walden Castle Keep is one of the top tourist attractions in Stansted and should feature high on every must-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Stansted?
Three days will give you enough time to check out some popular city highlights, like Hatfield Forest Country Park, Southern Parkland Country Park and Bishop's Stortford Golf Club. The average stay in Stansted is two days. If you have the urge to extend your vacation, London isn't far away.
Is Stansted a walkable city?
With vibrant neighbourhoods and leading sights within walking distance of the city centre, Stansted is a good place to explore on foot. Have fun wandering between Bishop's Stortford Golf Club and House on the Hill Toy Museum. Then take a stroll around Takeley Street, located 5 kilometres from the centre, and Elsenham, which is roughly 3 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Stansted with kids?
Whether you're travelling with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, a fun-filled itinerary makes all the difference. Take a look at our recommendations for what to do in Stansted with kids.
What to do in Stansted for adults?
Old Sun Inn and Saffron Walden Museum are just a couple of the things to do in Stansted. With lots of activities available, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Stansted?
In Stansted, Southern Parkland Country Park is a popular spot for anyone planning to see the city without reaching for their wallet. Also, check out the local neighbourhoods and parks, and ask for recommendations from a local tour guide. It's a simple way to find out about the best free things to do in Stansted.

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