10 TOP Things to Do in Swindon August 2025

Lydiard Park featuring autumn colours and a park

Museum of the Great Western Railway which includes heritage elements and railway items

Swindon Designer Outlet which includes shopping, interior views and art

Museum of the Great Western Railway featuring heritage elements and railway items

Swindon Designer Outlet showing shopping and interior views as well as a small group of people

Swindon Attractions

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Activities and Tours

Swindon 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 Swindon 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.

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Swindon Attractions

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Recommended things to do in Swindon

Number of things to do	22
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia	Gateway to the Cotswolds: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Burford: CA $21
Top 5 things to do	Cotswolds Full-Day Tour from London with Optional Lunch London: Small Group Cotswolds Trip Including Bourton-on-the-Water Oxford and Traditional Cotswolds Villages from London Villages of The Cotswolds Small-Group Tour by Luxury Mini Coach from London The Cotswolds with Lunch
Half-day tours	Afternoon Tea Experience Cooking Class Gateway to the Cotswolds: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Burford
With kids	Cotswolds Full-Day Tour from London with Optional Lunch London: Small Group Cotswolds Trip Including Bourton-on-the-Water Oxford and Traditional Cotswolds Villages from London Villages of The Cotswolds Small-Group Tour by Luxury Mini Coach from London The Cotswolds with Lunch

What to do in Swindon

Discover the most popular places to visit in Swindon

Swindon Designer Outlet

Whether you prefer to simply browse or to take advantage of all the deals, this covered shopping center is a great place to spend the day.

Lydiard Park

Wander the expanses of this green space in Wiltshire and uncover the history of its stunning manor house and beautiful church.

Royal Wootton Bassett Old Town Hall

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Royal Wootton Bassett Old Town Hall during your travels in Wootton Bassett. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Museum of the Great Western Railway

Tour this museum dedicated to the history of locomotion and the local communities who once made a living from the railway.

Wyvern Theatre

Enjoy a show at Wyvern Theatre, a theater with a story to tell in Swindon. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this quaint area.

Swindon and Cricklade Railway

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Swindon and Cricklade Railway during your travels in Swindon. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this quaint area.

Coate Water Country Park

After visiting Coate Water Country Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Swindon. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Barbury Castle

You can learn about the history of Wroughton with a visit to Barbury Castle. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Barbury Castle Country Park

Explore the great outdoors at Barbury Castle Country Park, a lovely green space in Wroughton. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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