Visiting the Cotswolds

Discover the beauty and charm of the Cotswolds

The Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is one of England's favourite destinations, attracting millions of people from across the UK and the world.  Its quintessential English landscape with rolling hills, ancient woodlands, stunning viewpoints and honey-coloured stone buildings are what gives this area its unique charm and appeal.

It is an area full of interesting and inspiring places to visit from grand manor houses and gardens to beautiful churches in quiet backwaters and age-old archaeological sites.  There are also plenty of things to see and do in the Cotswolds - walking, cycling and riding are some of the more popular activities which are detailed on this website, along with a list of many of the area's popular attractions.   You can also find out how to be a 'green' visitor to the Cotswolds.   For more information we have provided a list of visitor information centres located throughout the AONB plus some very useful websites to help you plan your visit.

Find out more about attractions in the Cotswolds AONB using our interactive map.