What to do in Winchester

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Great Hall featuring heritage architecture

Winchester Attractions

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Winchester Attractions

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Top places to visit

1. Winchester Cathedral

Marvel at the symmetrical towers and vast arched windows of Winchester Cathedral’s magnificent façade and step inside to discover one of the longest naves in Europe. Admire intricate wood carvings and take a look at one of the oldest remaining English bibles.

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Winchester Cathedral featuring a park, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

2. Marwell Zoo

Marvel at swimming penguins and spot cheetahs hiding among the trees at Marwell Zoo, Winchester’s expansive wildlife park. Learn about a range of animals while relaxing on a steam train as it slowly weaves its way through this 140-acre (56-hectare) park.

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Marwell Wildlife which includes dangerous animals and zoo animals

3. Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium

Find out what the inside of a black hole looks like or set off to the far corners of the solar system at Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium. Put yourself to the test with the fascinating science center’s range of games, which includes scoring points in wheelchair basketball and landing a plane at Heathrow Airport.

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4. Great Hall

Visit Winchester’s Great Hall to see the famous round table where it is believed King Arthur once sat with his knights. View the building’s rustic stone exterior and elegant arched windows and discover the exquisite wooden décor and grand marble pillars within.

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Great Hall which includes heritage architecture

5. Hospital of St Cross

Stroll around the courtyard of the Hospital of St. Cross where brethren have been caring for the sick and needy for hundreds of years. Admire stained-glass windows and the carved cross inside the church or step out into the garden to find trees planted by members of the royal family.

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Hospital of St Cross featuring heritage architecture

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What to do in Winchester

Discover the most popular places to visit in Winchester

Winchester Cathedral

With its exquisite artwork and fascinating historical relics, Winchester’s Gothic masterpiece is thought to be one of the nation’s finest cathedrals.

Marwell Zoo

Head out on a safari in search of hippos, snow leopards and giraffes or check out unusual reptiles at this spacious zoo and wildlife park.

Winchester Science Centre and Planetarium

Try out an extensive selection of interactive exhibits and lose yourself in deep space at one of the U.K.’s largest digital planetariums.

Great Hall

Admire one of the finest 13th-century halls in England and see the legendary round table of King Arthur at this monument to the city’s medieval heritage.

Hospital of St Cross

Set within tranquil gardens, England’s oldest charitable institution features traditional 15th-century architecture and a stunning Norman church.

Winchester College

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Winchester College, during your travels in Winchester. Visit the area's stunning cathedral or amble around its picturesque gardens.

Winchester City Mill

Set in a charming riverside location, one of the few remaining watermills in England offers an idyllic and enthralling insight into 18th-century engineering.

Wolvesey Castle

Explore fascinating ruins set amid serene parkland to be transported back hundreds of years and discover a magnificent medieval castle.

University of Winchester

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of Winchester, during your travels in Winchester. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its lively bars.

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