Top 10

 1. Experience the unique atmosphere of a Gloucester Rugby game at Kingsholm

Watch the Cherry and Whites in action and stand in the 'shed' at Kingsholm, which fans refer to as 'the cauldron of fear'. 

2. Take a Gloucester Civic Trust Guided Walk of the City or Docks

Join one of our knowledgeable civic trust guides on either a guided tour of the City or Docks to discover even more interesting and historic facts of the City.

3. Historic Gloucester Docks

Visit Britain's most inland port in the unique setting of Gloucester Docks. The original Victorian warehouses are still within the docks so take a chance to explore this fascinating historical place.

4. Discover Gloucester Cathedral

Follow in the footsteps of Harry Potter by visiting Gloucester's historical Cathedral Cloistors. These were transformed into the corridors of Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in various Harry Potter films. If you are feeling fit, why not join a Cathedral Tower Tour and enjoy the view from the roof - you can see up to 40 miles across the countryside.

5. Blackfriars

Blackfriars Priory, with its magnificent timbered roof is the most complete example of a medieval Dominican Priory in Britain.

6. Gloucester Food and Markets

There is an abundance of great food produced across the county including the ever famous Double Gloucester Cheese, which can be sampled at the weekly Farmers Market.

7. Gloucester Quays

At Gloucester Quays Designer Outlet you’ll find all the designer and high street brands you love, for you and your home, at up to 60% off recommended retail prices.This means you can still enjoy a little retail therapy, without troubling your conscience and with such great savings you can afford to treat yourself to a tasty break at one of the many restaurants and coffee shops.

8. Gloucester Ghost Walks

Take a Ghost Walk through one of Britain’s Top 10 Creepiest Corners.  Find out about ghostly going-ons at some of Gloucester’s spookiest venues.

9. Explore the City from the Water

Enjoy a cruise on the Gloucester Sharpness Canal or the River Severn with English Holiday Crusies and Gloucester Leisure Cruises.

10. The New Inn

Sample up to 10 different Real Ales at the New Inn - Britain's finest example of a medieval galleried inn.