Tourism and Travel
Winchester is one of the country's best-loved cities. Popular for its shopping streets and architecture, its floral summer season and quirky open air events, England's ancient capital is most well known for its eleventh century cathedral and mysterious Round Table. Home of good food, birthplace of the modern game of cricket, resting place of Jane Austen and inspiration to the many artists who live here, Winchester is a destination for all seasons. Come and visit soon
Latest Updates:
Family Friendly Activities
The Winchester District offers a wide range of activities for young people.
27/10/2009
Travelling to Winchester
Information on travelling to Winchester and where to find us.
05/10/2006
Tourist Information Centres
The city's award-winning Tourist Information Centre is located in the Guildhall, near King Alfred's Statue.
26/07/2006
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Tourism Strategy
Winchester's Tourism Strategy for 2004-2008
26/07/2006
Media Centre:
New guide helps to promote family-friendly pubs
The Hampshire Tourism Partnership is launching a new publication this month designed to encourage families to eat out and get about now that the spring is on its way.
15/03/2010
New iPhone application helps you plan days out in Hampshire
Winchester’s Tourist Information Centre is now featured on an iPhone application called Days Out in Hampshire.
15/03/2010
Official tourism 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.
01/03/2010
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