Things to do in Stroud

Activities, attractions and tours

Stroud
Stroud
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Photo by Jackie Akerman
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Photo by Wayne Bocking
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Photo by Lesley Durston

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What to do in Stroud

Popular places to visit

Museum in the Park

Museum in the Park

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Museum in the Park in Stroud. Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its lively bars.

Museum in the Park

Minchinhampton Common

Explore the great outdoors at Minchinhampton Common, a lovely green space in Stroud. Savour the area's bars and restaurants.

Minchinhampton Common

Cotswold Canals Trust

Cotswold Canals Trust is just one of the places to see in Stroud, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

Cotswold Canals Trust

Stratford Park

Explore the great outdoors at Stratford Park, a lovely green space in Stroud. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Stratford Park

Painswick Rococo Garden

You can find out about the history of Painswick with a trip to Painswick Rococo Garden. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Painswick Rococo Garden

St Marys Painswick

Find out about the history of Painswick when you take a trip to St Marys Painswick. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

St Marys Painswick

Stroud Park

Explore the great outdoors at Stroud Park, a lovely green space in Stroud. Make time to visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its lively bars.

Stroud Park

Stroud Bowl

You can enjoy the entertainment at Stroud Bowl during your trip to Stroud. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

Stroud Bowl

Woodchester Valley Vineyard and Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Woodchester Valley Vineyard and Winery during your travels to Stroud. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.

Woodchester Valley Vineyard and Winery
Sudeley Castle featuring a garden, heritage architecture and château or palace

Cheltenham

Cirencester

Cirencester

Gloucester which includes street scenes, heritage architecture and a city

Gloucester

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Tetbury

Painswick

Painswick

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Stonehouse

Photo "Dursley" by Roger Cornfoot (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Roger Cornfoot (CC BY-SA)

Dursley

Photo "Woodchester" by Graham Thomas (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original

Woodchester

Frequently asked questions

Is Stroud worth visiting?
Offering a mix of walking trails and nature, there are many things to do in Stroud. While you're here, check out The Barn Owl Centre, a top attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Stroud?
Start your day with a visit to Stroud Bowl and Bristol Aero Collectlon. Then, tour different parts of Stroud for local restaurants and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Stroud?
The Barn Owl Centre is one of the top tourist attractions in Stroud and should be high on every to-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Stroud?
You can easily visit top sights like Stroud Bowl, Museum in the Park and Woodchester Park with a three-day getaway in Stroud. On average, most travellers book two days here. There's plenty to see and do nearby too, so stay a while longer and venture to Bath.
Is Stroud a walkable city?
Some leading sights in Stroud, like Stroud Bowl and Museum in the Park, are within walking distance. You can also enjoy several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Only 5 kilometres from the city centre of Stroud is Painswick and Rodborough is 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Stroud with kids?
Deciding what to do in Stroud with kids has never been so easy. Whether you have teenagers or toddlers, there's a range of family-friendly tours and activities to keep everyone busy here.

What to do in Stroud for adults?
Highgrove Shop Tetbury and Gloucester Waterways Museum are just a couple of the things to do in Stroud. With lots of activities available, there's something here for everyone to explore.
Are there free things to do in Stroud?
From checking out parks to wandering around vibrant neighbourhoods, it's simple to find free things to do in Stroud. If you're looking for inspiration, get some tips from a local tour guide. Museum in the Park is a great spot for anyone looking to save on their sightseeing activities.