Discover Colchester's incredible past through our historic attractions and the city streets themselves. Explore our most popular attractions including Colchester Zoological Society and …

Colchester and its surrounding areas offer a wide variety of things to do, places to see, and fantastic attractions to explore. From family activities to date ideas, you'll find plenty to keep …

Colchester is in the East of England within the county of Essex. Situated close to the coast in East Anglia, it is on the border with Suffolk and around 50 miles North-East of London.

Take a short car journey, or brief hop on public transport and you could discover Britain's largest Tudor Gateway in Layer Marney or the landscapes and buildings immortalised by some of …

Colchester City Centre's most popular attractions include Colchester Castle Museum, Firstsite Art Gallery and the picturesque Castle Park, but you'll discover even more during your visit, from …

Colchester is the former capital of England and Britain's First City. It has a rich and varied history that can be explored today through its museums, ruins, and by walking its streets.

In November 2022, Colchester - which had spent almost two-thousand years as a town! - once again became a city when it was granted status as part of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee …

Colchester's significant military history and ongoing links to the military were highlighted as well as its impressive arts and culture offer. Click the links to learn more about our city's museums, …

Jan 1, 2026 · Colchester Castle is the largest Norman Keep in Europe. Constructed on the foundations of the Temple of Claudius, built when Colchester was the first Roman capital of …

The Colchester Visitor Information Centre (affectionately known as the 'VIC' or 'Visit Colchester HQ') is the tourist office for Colchester. You can find us in the centre of the city, based in …