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Did you know that Surrey produces some of the finest wine in the UK, is the location of the first World Craft town in the UK and is home to a motoring mecca? Surrey is often referred to as the garden of London,  just 16 miles from the capital and full of rolling green countryside, beautiful walking and cycling trails and the stunning Surrey Hills - Outstanding Area of Natural Beauty.  The most wooded county in England, the county is a creative, relaxing escape destination steeped in history, with historic market towns and an excellent range of attractions and places to go.

Places to visit in Surrey

For days out in Surrey, the diversity of what to do is mesmerizing – from the heathland and valley woodlands to the high empty commons that rise to the soaring outliers of the West Sussex Downs. The historic villages nestle peacefully in the stunning landscape alongside vibrant market towns, complemented at every turn by many of the South East’s best country pubs.

Discover things to do in Godalming, ancient market town situated on the picturesque River Wey, Farnham, Georgian town in the heart of the Surrey Hills, Haslemere, with its timbered and tilehung houses and cottages and other towns and villages of the county with our interactive map of Surrey.

Don't miss the chance to discover iconic Leith Hill or mystical Devils Punchbowl, explore the tranquil Frensham Ponds or breathtaking Newlands Corner or follow in the footsteps of olympic althetes at Box Hill, all part of the beautiful Surrey Hills. Walk alongside the River Thames in the north of the county or the River Wey and River Mole to the South or head explore all or part of long-distance walking trail the North Downs Way which runs from Farnham to Dover.

Things to do in Surrey this weekend

Many of Surrey'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. Why not browse our Surrey events guide to find out what's on today or further in advance.

Top 10 things to do in Surrey

Stay a little longer and take time and discover all that Surrey has to offer, from its artisan markets, local produce, award-winning wine, arts and crafts, views and wildlife, motoring history, parks and gardens and much much more.

List of things to do & places to visit for days out in Surrey

For more information about Surrey, including ideas for days out, attractions and events, view the list below for information on things to do and towns and villages within the county. Use the 'map view' button to find something near you.

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  1. Leatherhead

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    Leatherhead

    Leatherhead is an historic market town, surrounded by outstanding countryside and is the gateway to the nationally important and beautiful Surrey Hills.

  2. Winkworth Arboretum

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    Garden

    Godalming

    Established in the twentieth century, this hillside arboretum has now been maintained by the National Trust for 60 years and has built up a collection of more than 1,000 different shrubs and trees, many of them rare.

  3. Chertsey Meads

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    Chertsey

    71 hectares (175 acres) of wildflower meadow on the banks of the Thames

  4. Seasons Café at Guildford Cathedral

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    Café

    Guildford

    The Menu in Seasons has something for everyone with hot and cold food available.  Whether you want to sit and have a leisurely lunch with friends and family or just grab and go.

  5. Horley

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    Horley is a small but busy town of over 20,000 people situated almost half way between London and Brighton on the south coast.

  6. Esher

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    Esher

    A historic town close to London, Esher is surrounded by green space.

  7. Haslemere Educational Museum

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    Haslemere


    An award winning Museum in the heart of Haslemere with remarkable collections of natural history, human history and geology.

  8. Shere

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    Guildford

    Shere is a beautiful, quintessential English village.

  9. Cranleigh

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    Cranleigh

    Cranleigh, said to be one of the largest villages in England, is located in the borough of Waverley, between Guildford and Horsham.  Nestling in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the village is best known for its access to the Surrey Hills, a…

  10. Farnham Maltings

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    Theatre

    Farnham

    Maltings offers a varied programme Including new and exciting theatre, comedy, workshops, festivals, cinema, music and even markets.

  11. Godalming Museum

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    GODALMING

    Godalming Museum tells the story of Godalming and the surrounding area and includes a few surprising connections.

  12. Guildford Cathedral

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    Guildford

    Guildford Cathedral is a modern Cathedral with a beautiful interior and an amazing story.

  13. Cranleigh Arts

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    CRANLEIGH

    Located in the beautiful village of Cranleigh, in the heart of the Surrey Hills, Cranleigh Arts is a community hub providing year round entertainment for the local community and visitors alike

  14. Walton on Thames

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    Walton on Thames

    Walton is a vibrant town on the banks of the River Thames in Surrey with many things to do nearby. Official tourist information with a map & events guide

  15. Jump In Camberley

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    Trampolining

    Camberley

    Experience ultimate bouncing fun for all ages at Jump In Adventure & Trampoline Park Esher. The perfect spot for an indoor fun family day out in Surrey with lots of activities on and off the trampolines!

    Our trampoline park in Camberley includes…

  16. Godalming

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    Godalming

    Godalming is an ancient market and coaching town situated on the River Wey in Surrey with plenty of things to do nearby.

  17. Woking

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    Woking

    Visit Woking and its nearby towns and villages in the heart of Surrey for a slice of countryside tranquility just a stone's throw from London

  18. Chilworth Gunpower Mills

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    Industrial Archaeology

    Guildford

    Located in the village of Chilworth, this Gunpower Mill is one of the earliest examples of its kind in the country.

  19. Curated By Dapper & Suave

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    Dorking

    Fashion - Lifestyle – Homewares

  20. Denbies Wine Estate

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    Dorking

    Established in 1986, Denbies Wine Estate is England’s largest single estate vineyard with 265 acres of vines.