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Welcome to Winchester

Welcome to the official tourism website for Winchester - one of England's most beautiful cities.

Winchester, England, is a unique heritage city just an hour south west of London, with a magnificent Cathedral, award-winning pubs and restaurants and a tempting array of independent shops, all surrounded by fabulous rolling countryside and pretty Hampshire villages.

Book your accommodation in Winchester, find out about things to do and see what events in Winchester are coming up.


Days out at the touch of a button

Planning your trip to Winchester has never been easier thanks to a new Days Out in Hampshire iPhone application, featuring Winchester’s Tourist Information Centre. This great new application will help you find interesting and fun days out - click here to find out more.


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Treasures of Hyde Abbey

Unlock the secrets of 900 years of King Alfred's historic burial place with a new blockbuster exhibition at Winchester Discovery Centre to mark the 900th anniversary of the foundation of Hyde Abbey.


Close up shot of a daffodilNeed to book a table for Mother's Day?

Only the best will do for Mum this Mother's Day so bring her to Winchester for a great selection of award-winning eateries. Click here to find out more.


Winner of Hantsweb awardsThis website wins Hantsweb Award

Winchester City Council’s official tourism website www.visitwinchester.co.uk has beaten over 150 other nominees to scoop 'best tourism and leisure' website at this year’s Hantsweb Awards.  

Front cover of Winchester's official visitor guide
Winchester's official visitor guide now available

Pick up your copy of the new Visit Winchester 2010 from Winchester Tourist Information Centre or request a copy here.


Walk off into the Winchester sunset

The spectacular skies that grace Winchester just before duskSunset over Winchester city centre have been garnering some attention recently.

A free leaflet tracing a self-guided walk past some of the most picturesque scenes in England is available to download here.

Take a look at our beautiful selection of sunsets of Winchester city centre and surrounding countryside here.


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Watch the NEW Winchester Festivals film

Thinking of planning your summer break? For a taster of Winchester in the summer watch our short film about the city's festival season.

  • Where to stay

     Looking for somewhere to stay in Winchester? You can choose from a wide variety of properties in the heart of Winchester

    Looking for somewhere to stay in Winchester? You can choose from a wide variety of properties in the heart of Winchester's city centre and in the surrounding Hampshire countryside for both bed and …

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  • Shopping

     A paradise for shopping connoisseurs, Winchester boasts a tempting array of independent shops, boutiques and  art galleries  in scenic settings. The city

    A paradise for shopping connoisseurs, Winchester boasts a tempting array of independent shops, boutiques and art galleries in scenic settings. The city's compact, pedestrian-friendly streets are a …

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  • Things to do

     Winchester is packed with historic buildings, museums, family attractions and tranquil green spaces just waiting to be explored. If you are not sure where to begin, take a look at our popular attract

    Winchester is packed with historic buildings, museums, family attractions and tranquil green spaces just waiting to be explored. If you are not sure where to begin, take a look at our popular attract …

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