Buckinghamshire
Known for its beautiful countryside and historic houses, the county of Buckinghamshire is sure to provide you with inspiration for what to do on days out.
The south of Buckinghamshire is right on London’s doorstep and is home to the towns of High Wycombe, Beaconsfield, Marlow and Amersham. Go north and you will travel through Aylesbury Vale with its enchanting villages, market towns and magnificent country houses. For more information on the county's towns and villages, see our interactive map of Buckinghamshire.
Many of Buckinghamshire's tourist attractions are open all year round so find something to do today with activities listings each showing a map and opening times for your convenience. Or why not browse our Buckinghamshire events guide to find out what's happening this week.
The Chiltern Hills are ripe for explorative days out in Buckinghamshire, with miles of footpaths rambling through beech-wood forests and alongside momentous waterways such as the Thames and Grand Union Canal.
But it’s not all about being active; just as much fun can be had exploring the Chiltern Open Air Museum, while Waddesdon Manor is a must-see for lovers of fine art and architecture and gardens. For families, children will be enchanted by Bekonscot Model Village.
For things to do in Aylesbury, High Wycombe, Milton Keynes and other Buckinghamshire towns, browse our pick of the best attractions below or find a more comprehensive list of what to do and places to visit at the bottom of the page.
There is plenty to see and do in beautiful Buckinghamshire and an abundance of unique and appealing accommodation options to choose from, if you discover that you're not yet ready to leave.
For more information about Buckinghamshire, including ideas for days out, attractions and events, view the list below for information on towns, villages and things to do in Buckinghamshire. Use the 'map view' button to find something near you today.
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Leisure / Swimming Pool
Chesham
Take a dip in a virtually chemical free crystal clear outdoor swimming pool at a constant 84 degrees Fahrenheit.
Golf Course
Iver
Richings Park Golf Club boasts a superb 18 hole, Par 70, 6300 yard golf course, a 300 yard Driving Range and Practice area.
Museum
Pitstone
Major collection of historical farm implements, local rural crafts and domestic bygones housed in Listed farm buildings.
Leisure / Swimming Pool
Aylesbury
Come and experience a day out to remember at Aqua Vale, where visitors are certain to have a fun and friendly day out for all the family.
Cave
West Wycombe
Caves dug into chalk hillside extending to approximately 0.75 mile. Enter through a flint forecourt reminiscent of a Gothic church and explore many chambers.
Towns & Villages
High Street, Wendover
Nestling in a gap in the Chiltern Hills, the picturesque town of Wendover is known as the ‘Gateway to the Chilterns’ and is an ideal base for walkers and nature lovers.
Pub/Inn
Aylesbury,
Come and enjoy some proper English hospitality at this 16th-century pub, which has recently under gone a half-million makeover by the current owners who took over The Pointer in May 2011.
Railway
Aylesbury
Large collection of railway relics including, steam locomotives, railway carriages and equipment. Steam train rides available.
Pub/Inn
Great Missenden
Claiming to be the only pub in the UK called The Polecat, this rather smart rural pub supporting a partial timber frame, dates back to the 1600s and is housed in an attractive former hunting lodge.
Pub/Inn
Fulmer, Buckinghamshire
Lying at the heart of a captivating conservation village deep in the valleys, the Black Horse was born from various 17th-century cottages, which have now come together in perfect harmony to form this appealing rural pub.
Museum
Buckingham
Housing Buckingham's Museum, the Tourist Information Centre and the Flora Thompson (Lark Rise to Candleford) exhibition.
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