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Lydiard Park showing a park and autumn leaves

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

Swindon Designer Outlet featuring shopping, art and interior views

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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.

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.

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.

The town is now a museum, the building is amazing and sits on the high street in Royal Wootton Bassett

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.

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 Purton. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas 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.

Stanton Country Park

You can take time to visit Stanton Country Park during your travels to Stanton Fitzwarren. Stroll along the lakeside in this quaint area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Swindon

South Swindon

If you're spending some time in South Swindon, Wyvern Theatre and North Wessex Downs are top sights worth seeing.

Central Swindon North

While visiting Central Swindon North, you might make a stop by sights like Museum of the Great Western Railway and Swindon Designer Outlet.

West Swindon

While visiting West Swindon, you might make a stop by sights like Laserquest Swindon and Cineworld Swindon - Shaw Ridge.

Popular day trips from Swindon

Cirencester

Marlborough

Chippenham

Purton

Membury Hillfort - the ramparts A view of the ramparts that surround this 34 acre iron-age hillfort near its south entrance. It stands on clay with flints on a chalk subsoil which today is mostly cultivated alongside woodland 256790. Located just half a mile south-west of Membury Services on the M4 motorway, the hillfort is one of the most ancient sites in the region (the Berkshire-Wiltshire border bisects the fort). Roman-British pottery fragments were found here by excavations between 1977-87. But significant finds have also included flint artefacts from the mesolithic era (8000-4000 BC) which followed the last ice age, and flint tools from the neolithic era (4000-2000 BC) prior to the iron age. http://www.digitaldigging.co.uk/maps/wiltshire/hillforts/hillforts_ia_wiltshire_membury_hillfort.html. See other views at SU3075 and Gallery at: https://www.geograph.org.uk/gallery/iron_age_hillforts_9959

Baydon

Wroughton

Wanborough Plain Looking south-west across to the M4 from Ermin Way at Hillside Farm.

Foxhill

Buscot

Frequently asked questions

Is Swindon worth visiting?

Famous for its walking trails and nature, discovering awesome things to do in Swindon is simple. Be sure to add Wyvern Theatre to your itinerary while here.

How do I spend a day in Swindon?

After you've checked off key attractions like Royal Wootton Bassett Old Town Hall and Laserquest Swindon, spend some time discovering Swindon's shopping and food scene.

What is the top tourist attraction in Swindon?

The top tourist attraction in Swindon is Wyvern Theatre, so don't forget to include it on your sightseeing itinerary.

Is three days enough to stay in Swindon?

You can easily enjoy top attractions like Wyvern Theatre, Royal Wootton Bassett Old Town Hall and Laserquest Swindon with a three-day escape to Swindon. On average, many travelers book two days here. There's plenty to experience nearby too, so stick around longer and check out Oxford.

What are some activities to do in Swindon with kids?

Planning what to do in Swindon with kids has never been easier. Whether you're vacationing with toddlers or teenagers, there's a range of family-friendly tours and attractions to keep everyone entertained here.

What to do in Swindon for adults?

Whether you're a culture enthusiast, avid foodie or fan of nature, there's no shortage of things to do in Swindon for adults including Wayland's Smithy and Royal British Legion Remembrance Garden.

Are there free things to do in Swindon?

One of the easiest ways to find free things to do in Swindon is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on vibrant neighborhoods, parks and other highlights you can enjoy without taking your wallet out. Lydiard Park is one spot that doesn't have an admission fee.