10 TOP Things to Do in West Country August 2026

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West Country Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that West Country 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

West Country 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 West Country 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.

West Country 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 West Country.

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

Things to do

SEA LIFE Birmingham

CA $43

per adult

Cadbury World Tickets

CA $41

per adult

96% of travellers recommend

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Birmingham: Guided City Center Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)

CA $28

per adult

100% of travellers recommend

Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)

CA $26

per adult

SEA LIFE Birmingham + Warwick Castle Combo Ticket

CA $74

per adult

From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour

CA $150

per adult

From Birmingham: Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour

CA $150

per adult

SEA LIFE Birmingham & Cadbury World Combo Ticket

CA $75

per adult

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Top places to visit

1. Stonehenge

Stonehenge is a mysterious ring of monolithic stones that has confused archaeologists for centuries. Admire this fascinating structure against the haunting backdrop of Salisbury Plain and discover what’s known about its puzzling history at the modern visitors’ center.

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Stonehenge, a prehistoric monument with large standing stones arranged in a circular layout.

2. Durdle Door

Durdle Door is a natural arch carved into the limestone cliffs on the Jurassic Coast of England. The geological feature is the unquestionable highlight of the Lulworth Estate, which is open to the public and consists of 12,000 acres (4,856 hectares) of picturesque terrain. Go for a romantic stroll along the stony beach and take photographs of this stunning geological feature.

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A coastal landscape with a natural rock arch formation, a sandy beach, and a clear view of the sea.

3. Poole Harbour

Poole Harbour is a large natural bay with several small islands in the southern part of the city. It has an intriguing history, with its shores having been inhabited for thousands of years. A boat from the Iron Age was discovered here. Watch the lifting of Poole Bridge, built in 1927 and spanning the waterway between the harbor and Holes Bay.

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4. Bournemouth Beach

Bournemouth Beach is one of England’s most popular and attractive sandy areas. For decades, locals and travelers have been relaxing under umbrellas against the roar of the English Channel’s waves. Discover the varying parts of the beach during your vacation, from the more active central bays to the spacious havens a little farther out from the city.

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5. Weymouth Beach

With its mixture of soft sand and tiny polished pebbles and its colorful beach huts, Weymouth Beach is a scenic spot for seaside fun. It is part of the fascinating Jurassic Coast, which includes some of England’s most breathtaking landforms. Take the kids to this family-friendly haven to enjoy a picnic and cool off with a dip in the cold water.

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6. Eden Project

Witness the vast, futuristic beauty of the Eden Project, a wildly successful eco-experiment hidden in the hills of Cornwall. Spend a whole day roaming gardens contained within biomes, vast greenhouse-style domes that contain microclimates from around the world. A trip to the Eden Project means roaming the jungles of South America one moment and exploring the Mediterranean coast the next.

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7. Fistral Beach

With its constant stream of waves, Fistral Beach is one of Newquay’s primary surfer hangouts. The beach, which faces the choppy waters of the Atlantic Ocean, is the setting for international surfing competitions and even has its own surfing museum. Learn to surf in one of England’s most well-known beaches.

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Recommended things to do in West Country

Number of things to do	61
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia	Birmingham Self-Guided Audio Experience: CA $9
Top 5 things to do	SEA LIFE Birmingham Alton Towers Resort Tickets Cadbury World Tickets Birmingham: Guided City Centre Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm) Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)
Half-day tours	SEA LIFE Birmingham Cadbury World Tickets Birmingham: Guided City Centre Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm) Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm) SEA LIFE Birmingham + Warwick Castle Combo Ticket
With kids	SEA LIFE Birmingham Alton Towers Resort Tickets Cadbury World Tickets SEA LIFE Birmingham + Warwick Castle Combo Ticket From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour

What to do in West Country

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Stonehenge

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This powerful prehistoric structure is one of England’s most visited monuments and an important UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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