Things to do in Lancaster

Activities, attractions and tours

JJRJT5 RAF Elvington World war 2 military control tower
JJRJT5 RAF Elvington World war 2 military control tower
Lancaster on Ice
Lancaster Town Hall from Dalton Square. Stunning, historic building !. #LifeatExpedia
Walking up toward the castle frontage. #LifeatExpedia #History
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What to do in Lancaster

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A section of the beautiful Lancaster Castle. #lifeatexpedia

Lancaster Castle

4.5/5(40 reviews)

Lancaster Castle is just one of the places to see in Lancaster, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Lancaster Castle
Stalactite formation inside Ingleborough Cave , just outside of Clapham in Yorkshire. This is fondly known as 'The Elephant'. Can you see the resemblance? :) There's an interesting guided tour you can do through the cave and lots more formations to see. . You can even take the dog!

Ingleborough Cave

Explore the great outdoors at Ingleborough Cave, a lovely green space in Clapham. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Ingleborough Cave
Our Beautiful Hollie posing in front of the Spectacular Ashton Memorial in Williamson Park, Lancaster. Built between 1907 and 1909 by millionaire industrialist Lord Ashton in memory of his second wife, Jessy, at a cost of over £80,000. Architect: John Belcher - Wikipedia #LifeatExpedia #Parks #BVSBlue #mybackyard #History

Williamson Park

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Williamson Park, a lovely green space in Lancaster. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Williamson Park
Very pretty Aquaduct carrying the Lancaster section of the Canal over the River Lune. #troveon #lifeatexpedia #stunningstructures #waterlust #Architecture #Blue #Reflections #BVSBlue #mybackyard

Lune Aqueduct

Learn about the local history of Lancaster when you take a trip to Lune Aqueduct. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Lune Aqueduct

Lancaster University

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Explore the campus of Lancaster University during your trip to Lancaster. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Lancaster University

Grand Theater

Get tickets for a show at Grand Theater, a popular theatre in Lancaster. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Grand Theater

Lancaster Brewery

You can take time to visit Lancaster Brewery during your travels to Lancaster. Visit the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this romantic area.

Lancaster Brewery

Lancaster City Museum

You can browse the exhibits at Lancaster City Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Lancaster. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Lancaster City Museum

The Centre at Halton

After visiting The Centre at Halton, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Lancaster. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

The Centre at Halton
Beautiful summer evening

Morecambe

Just at the top of the stairs by the fountain. This is a quote from a poem called 'The Soldier' by Rupert Brooke

Preston

Small Shopping centre in Skipton, Yorkshire

Skipton

Newly relocated curiosity shop in Clitheroe. Now on Lowergate above car park. And it has a lovely cafe too ,selling pies locally sourced from Roy Porters Butchers, coffee and cakes. Lots of retro goodies and vinyl. Oh and dogs welcome. 🐕🐶

Clitheroe

Excellent cafe in Settle with it's own bakery on site and a wonderfully quirky name!

Settle

Burrow Beck Crosses the canal The circular structure houses Burrow Beck as it crosses under the canal.
Photo by Michael Graham (Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0)

Ashton with Stodday

At ruins of the abbey

Cockerham

The Flower Fields in Carlsbad in full bloom..

High Bentham

Frequently asked questions

Is Lancaster worth visiting?
Renowned for its walking trails and nature, discovering cool things to do in Lancaster is simple. Be sure to add Morecambe Beach to your itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Lancaster?
Morecambe Beach and Lancaster Castle are two awesome places to start your sightseeing adventures. Be sure to explore the retail and dining options in Lancaster while you're here too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Lancaster?
You can't go home without checking out Morecambe Beach, ranked the top tourist attraction in Lancaster.
Is three days enough to stay in Lancaster?
Three days in Lancaster is plenty of time to visit the city's major highlights. Many guests stay for two days on average. Morecambe Beach, Lancaster Castle and The Platform are top-rated sights. Want to discover more? Hang around a bit longer to check off nearby hotspots like Windermere.
Is Lancaster a walkable city?
It all depends on what you'd like to do and see in Lancaster. Several must-visit attractions, such as Lancaster Castle, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a wander through one of Lancaster's cool neighbourhoods, Scotforth is 3 kilometres away from downtown.
What are some activities to do in Lancaster with kids?
If you are after tours and attractions for all ages, check out these excellent ideas for what to do in Lancaster with kids.

What to do in Lancaster for adults?
There are lots of things to do in Lancaster, with activities for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Lancaster Brewery or The Dukes.
Are there free things to do in Lancaster?
One of the best ways to discover free things to do in Lancaster is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on cool neighbourhoods, parks and other highlights you can visit without reaching for your wallet. Morecambe Beach is one spot that doesn't have an admission fee.

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