Whether it’s a short weekend city break, or a longer vacation in Preston, No.10 Hotel Preston offers luxury apartments; the perfect space for unwinding in comfort and peace. But how can you make the most of your time in Preston, and what are the most popular tourist attractions?
What are the most popular tourist attractions in the Preston area?
Preston is a lively university city with a host of events all year round, including comedy, live music and community events and performances. In fact, BBC Radio 2 in the Park 2024 will be held in Preston’s Moor Park, on the 7th-8th of September.
Beyond events, the city boasts a fantastic shopping and food experience, from high end brands and unique shops, to fantastic food spots, there is something for everyone in Preston. But what about tourist attractions in particular? Well, there are plenty to choose from, and these can be divided into several categories, including:
- Museums and culture
- Nature and the outdoors
- Activities
Museums and culture based attractions in Preston
With a long and fascinating history, Preston is a city that is bursting with historical significance, and some of the top museums to explore this include:
Lancashire Infantry Museum – As one of the most important military museums in the country, The Lancashire Infantry Museum preserves the heritage of five Lancashire regiments from their earliest foundation in 1689 to the 21st Century. The museum tells the fascinating story of the East, South and Loyal North Lancashire Regiments and their antecedents, and 120 separate units are recorded. Popular with adults and families alike, this museum is one of the most popular in the North West.
Ribble Steam Railway and Museum – This museum is a celebration of Preston’s railway and industrial heritage, and houses a wide collection of steam, diesel and electric engines, as well as rolling stock. With exhibits covering the history and development of the railways in the area, as well as the engineering aspects, this museum is popular with all history and engineering enthusiasts. It’s also a popular family attraction too, with heritage trains running regularly.
The Harris Museum also deserves an honourable mention. This is currently closed for redevelopment, but aims to be a world class museum centre on reopening.
Nature
If you’re looking to enjoy nature and the outdoors during your time in Preston, you’re in luck. Preston is home to fantastic outdoor areas, both in the city centre, and further afield. These include:
Avenham and Miller Parks – As one of the finest examples of traditional Victorian parkland, Avenham and Miller Parks were designed by Edward Milner during the 1860s. With a famous Japanese Rock Garden, a wide variety of unusual ornamental plants, and a range of beautiful water features, there is plenty to see and enjoy walking through these parks in the heart of Preston City Centre.
Brockholes Nature Reserve – If you’re willing to explore nature a little further than the city centre, then Brockholes Nature Reserve is the perfect choice. This is a wetland and woodland nature reserve that is renowned for the rare bird species that call this place home.
Beacon Fell Country Park – A little further away again is Beacon Fell Country Park. This is a fell that rises to 266 metres above sea level, offering stunning views of the South Bowland Fells to the north, and views of the Lancashire Plain to the south. This is a great place to enjoy the great outdoors and connect with nature.
Activities and family attractions in Preston
For more activity based tourist attractions, Preston city centre, and the surrounding area has plenty to offer, including:
Flip Out Trampoline And Adventure Park – For something that will get your adrenaline running, Flip Out offers more than just trampolining. With a whole host of activities available, Flip Out in Preston is one of the number one family activities in the area.
Escape Rooms – Preston has two outstanding escape room options to choose from for a memorable day, Escape Reality and Timed Trap. These are timed puzzle rooms, suitable for groups as well as individuals or couples looking to do something unusual in the Preston City Centre.
Wild Discovery Preston – Not far from Preston City Centre is Ribby Hall Village where you can find Wild Discovery Preston. This is an interactive zoo experience that aims to educate, with plenty of fascinating animals to capture the interest of young and old alike.
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