Things to do in Northampton

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Northampton which includes heritage architecture and night scenes
Church of the Holy Sepulchre featuring heritage elements, a church or cathedral and autumn colours
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Northampton showing a city, night scenes and heritage architecture
78 Derngate which includes outdoor art

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What to do in Northampton

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Market Square

Market Square

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Market Square during your trip to Northampton. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Market Square
Althorp House

Althorp House

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Althorp House during your trip to Northampton. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Althorp House
Salcey Forest

Salcey Forest

Explore the great outdoors at Salcey Forest, a lovely green space in Northampton. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Salcey Forest
Coton Manor Gardens

Coton Manor Gardens

Soak up the serenity and beauty of this 17th-century manor house and its magnificent formal gardens, bluebell wood and wildflower meadow.

Coton Manor Gardens
78 Derngate showing outdoor art

78 Derngate

The style and décor of this modernist building is the work of one of Scotland’s most renowned architects. Venture inside the building to learn more through museum exhibitions.

78 Derngate
All Saints Church featuring heritage architecture, a city and a sunset

All Saints Church

Appreciate the serenity and the architecture of this beautiful old church nestled in the heart of Northampton. It even has a wonderful coffee house.

All Saints Church

University of Northampton

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Northampton during your travels in Northampton. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

University of Northampton

Franklin's Gardens

Catch an event at Franklin's Gardens during your trip to Northampton. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Franklin's Gardens

Sixfields Stadium

Catch an event at Sixfields Stadium during your trip to Northampton. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Sixfields Stadium

Areas of Northampton

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Kingsthorpe

Though Kingsthorpe may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kingsthorpe Golf Club and County Ground.

Kingsthorpe
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Photo by Ian Rob (CC BY-SA)

Hardingstone

Hardingstone might not have many top sights, but Delapre Abbey and Royal & Derngate Theatre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hardingstone
Kettering

Kettering

Photo "Crick" by Ian Rob (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Ian Rob (CC BY-SA)

Crick

The National Museum of Computing which includes heritage elements

Milton Keynes

Photo by Vin Lane-Kieltyka

Lutterworth

Photo by Dr Heather Doran

Newport Pagnell

Desborough

Desborough

Photo "North Kilworth" by Ian Rob (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Ian Rob (CC BY-SA)

North Kilworth

Photo "Creaton" by Graham Horn (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Graham Horn (CC BY-SA)

Creaton

Frequently asked questions

Is Northampton worth visiting?
One of the most common things to do in Northampton is visit Royal & Derngate Theatre. Tick this major attraction off your agenda, then experience more of this area's walking trails and views.
How do I spend a day in Northampton?
Sulgrave Manor and Northampton Museum and Art Gallery are two excellent places to start your getaway adventures. Be sure to explore the dining and shopping options in Northampton while you're in town too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Northampton?
You can't leave without checking out Royal & Derngate Theatre, rated the top tourist attraction in Northampton.
Is three days enough to stay in Northampton?
You can easily tour top sights like Royal & Derngate Theatre, Sulgrave Manor and Northampton Museum and Art Gallery with a three-day trip to Northampton. On average, many travellers book two days here. There's plenty to experience nearby too, so stay a little longer and venture to Leicester.
Is Northampton a walkable city?
Some major attractions in Northampton, such as Royal & Derngate Theatre and Northampton Museum and Art Gallery, are within walking distance. You can also discover several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Just 5 kilometres from central Northampton is Upton and Kingsthorpe is 3 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Northampton with kids?
If you're searching for activities and attractions for all the family, here are some fabulous ideas for what to do in Northampton with kids.
What to do in Northampton for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Northampton, with activities for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Haddonstone Show Gardens or Abington Museum.
Are there free things to do in Northampton?
One of the easiest ways to learn about free things to do in Northampton is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider views on hip neighbourhoods, parks and other major attractions you can enjoy without reaching into your pocket. Northampton Museum and Art Gallery is one spot that doesn't charge an admission fee.