Best of Cheltenham

11 Attractions

From world-class racecourses to Regency-era pump rooms and beautiful parks, Cheltenham offers far more than most visitors expect. Here's your guide to the best attractions in town.

11 results

Cheltenham Racecourse
8.1
Featured
From £20 (varies by event)

Cheltenham Racecourse

Prestbury Park·Racecourse

World-famous venue hosting the prestigious Cheltenham Festival National Hunt racing event each March, attracting over 250,000 visitors annually.

Pittville Park
9.1
Free

Pittville Park

Pittville·Park

Cheltenham's largest ornamental park featuring lakes, play areas, aviaries, and the historic Pittville Pump Room. Green Flag and Green Heritage awarded.

Montpellier Gardens
8.8
Free

Montpellier Gardens

Montpellier·Gardens

Beautiful Victorian gardens hosting festivals, markets, and outdoor events throughout the year.

Cheltenham Lido
8.7
Adults from £7

Cheltenham Lido

Sandford·Lido

One of the largest outdoor pools in the UK, this stunning Art Deco lido has been a Cheltenham favourite since the 1930s.

Imperial Gardens
8.7
Free

Imperial Gardens

Montpellier·Gardens

Formal Edwardian park in central Cheltenham featuring manicured lawns, flower beds, fountains, and summer bandstand concerts.

Everyman Theatre
8.6
From £10

Everyman Theatre

Town Centre·Theatre

Cheltenham's beloved Victorian theatre hosting world-class drama, comedy, music, and pantomime since 1891.

Holst Birthplace Museum
8.5
Adults £6, Concessions £5, Children £3

Holst Birthplace Museum

Pittville·Museum

The childhood home of composer Gustav Holst (The Planets), preserved as a Victorian house museum with family furnishings and garden recitals.

Pittville Pump Room
8.4
Free (when open to public)

Pittville Pump Room

Pittville·Historic Building

Grade I listed Regency-era spa building from the 1820s, originally built to dispense medicinal mineral waters. Now a stunning events venue and public landmark.

Cheltenham Town Hall
8.2
Free exterior; events from £10

Cheltenham Town Hall

Town Centre·Concert Hall

Grand Edwardian concert venue and civic building hosting classical music, conferences, and events since 1902. Features a 1,000-seat auditorium.

The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum
7.9
Free

The Wilson Art Gallery and Museum

Town Centre·Museum

Award-winning art gallery and museum showcasing local history, contemporary art, and Cotswold crafts. Free entry for all visitors.

The Brewery Quarter
Free entry

The Brewery Quarter

Town Centre·Entertainment Complex

Cheltenham's entertainment hub with restaurants, cinema, bowling, and nightlife in the heart of town.