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What to do in Stoke-on-Trent

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Alton Towers

Alton Towers

Enjoy the exciting rides at Alton Towers and find out why people love this amusement park in Farley. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Alton Towers
Trentham Gardens featuring a park

Trentham Gardens

Ride a lakeside miniature train, cross the water on the Miss Elizabeth and use the talking pipes to get through the maze on this vast and picturesque estate.

Trentham Gardens
Hanley Potteries Museum which includes aircraft and interior views

The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery

A huge stash of Anglo-Saxon gold and a Spitfire aircraft are among the treasures that help this museum tell the story of the Potteries region.

The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery
Wedgwood Visitor Centre featuring wildflowers

World of Wedgwood

Tours offer factory floor access in this ceramics powerhouse, while the museum showcases historic pottery and explains the industrial impact of Josiah Wedgwood.

World of Wedgwood
This amazing Victorian garden was created by James Bateman for his collection of plants from around the world. A visit takes you on a global journey from Italy to the pyramids of Egypt, a Victorian vision of China and a re-creation of a Himalayan glen. The garden features collections of rhododendrons, summer bedding displays, a stunning Dahlia Walk in late summer and the oldest surviving golden larch in Britain, brought from China in the 1850s. The Geological Gallery shows how Bateman's interests went beyond botany. Opened in 1862 the unique hallway is a Victorian attempt to reconcile geology and theology. There are narrow gravel paths and over 400 steps throughout the garden.

Biddulph Grange Garden

Explore the great outdoors at Biddulph Grange Garden, a lovely green space in Stoke-on-Trent. Check out the spas and lively bars in this family-friendly area.

Biddulph Grange Garden
Gladstone Pottery Museum which includes heritage elements

Gladstone Pottery Museum

Darkened turrets and bottle ovens of this working plant and museum present insights into countless factories that formed part of Staffordshire’s culture and landscape.

Gladstone Pottery Museum

Waterworld

Bring the family to Waterworld and enjoy the excitement of this amusement park in Etruria. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Waterworld

Trentham Monkey Forest

Why not visit the native and exotic animals who live at Trentham Monkey Forest during your trip to Stoke-on-Trent? Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Trentham Monkey Forest

Staffordshire University

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Staffordshire University, during your trip to Stoke-on-Trent. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

Staffordshire University

Popular day trips from Stoke-on-Trent

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Alton

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Crewe

Macclesfield

Macclesfield

Boscobel House showing interior views

Stafford

Ashbourne

Ashbourne

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Uttoxeter

Photo "Stone" by Stephen Pearce (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Stephen Pearce (CC BY-SA)

Stone

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Congleton

Frequently asked questions

Is Stoke-on-Trent worth visiting?
Famous for its walking trails and cycling, finding fun things to do in Stoke-on-Trent is simple. Remember to add Waterworld to your trip itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Stoke-on-Trent?
Waterworld and Churnet Valley Railway are two excellent places to kick-start your adventures. Remember to explore the dining and shopping options in Stoke-on-Trent while you're in town too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Stoke-on-Trent?
You can't leave without checking out Waterworld, ranked the top tourist attraction in Stoke-on-Trent.
Is three days enough to stay in Stoke-on-Trent?
Three days in Stoke-on-Trent is more than enough to visit the city's main highlights. Many travelers spend two days on average. Waterworld, Regent Theatre and Victoria Hall are highly rated sights. Want to experience more? Hang around a little longer to visit nearby hotspots like Greater Manchester.
What are some activities to do in Stoke-on-Trent with kids?
Planning what to do in Stoke-on-Trent with kids has never been easier. Whether you're getting away with teenagers or toddlers, there are plenty of family-friendly sights and activities to keep them entertained here.

What to do in Stoke-on-Trent for adults?
Whether you're an avid foodie, culture enthusiast or thrill seeker, there are loads of things to do in Stoke-on-Trent for adults including The Potteries Museum and Art Gallery and Kings Hall.
Are there free things to do in Stoke-on-Trent?
One of the best ways to learn about free things to do in Stoke-on-Trent is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on cool neighborhoods, parks and other hotspots you can experience without taking your wallet out. Regent Theatre is one place that doesn't charge an admission fee.