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Welcome to Winchester

Welcome to the official tourism website for Winchester - the perfect English city.

Winchester, England, is a vibrant heritage destination just an hour south west of London, with world class attractions and architecture including a magnificant Cathedral, award-winning pubs and restaurants and a tempting array of independent shops. This culturally rich medieval city is surrounded by fabulous rolling countryside and idyllic Hampshire villages.

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

Coming soon - plan your visit with the help of Visit Winchester 2012

Winchester's official visitor guide - Visit Winchester 2012 - will be available from the tourist information centre this weekend (25 February). If you can't wait until then just view our online version below and start planning your trip today! To read the South Downs Visitor Guide 2012 take a look at our South Downs page.

View Visit Winchester 2012 - Winchester's official visitor guide

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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'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 …
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Where to stay
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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