The historical city of Colchester awaits you
Take a holiday to Colchester and enjoy the area's history, museums and art galleries. Well known for its theatres, bars and fishing, this welcoming city won't disappoint. Many of our holiday rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters and sometimes even a hot tub—perfect for a relaxing getaway.
Sightseeing in and around Colchester
Are you hoping to discover things to do in the city? Although it can be tempting to stay in your comfortable holiday rental, you'll want to check out everything that makes Colchester a fun place to get away to. Here are some of the most popular attractions to explore, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Xtreme Gaming (0.1 mi / 0.2 km)
- Colchester Zoo (3.5 mi / 5.6 km)
- Five Lakes Resort (8.2 mi / 13.2 km)
- Clacton Pier (12.9 mi / 20.8 km)
- Jimmy's Farm (13.2 mi / 21.2 km)
- Chantry Park (14.7 mi / 23.6 km)
Exploring the natural features in Colchester
Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Colchester is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. These are a few of the area's most stunning natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Colchester Castle Park (0.6 mi / 0.9 km)
- Beth Chatto Garden (4.5 mi / 7.3 km)
- Dedham Vale (6 mi / 9.7 km)
- St. Osyth Beach (10.8 mi / 17.4 km)
- Alton Water (11.9 mi / 19.1 km)
- Jaywick Sands (12.4 mi / 20 km)
How to get to and around Colchester
The nearest airport is in London (SEN-Southend), located 23.8 mi (38.3 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that works for your travel itinerary, you could book a flight to London (STN-Stansted), which is 27.2 mi (43.8 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Colchester Town Station, Colchester Station and Hythe Station are the main stations in the city.