Cheltenham: Best Things to Do
SIGHTSEEING
Explore Pittville Park, the largest ornamental park in Cheltenham. The park that first opened in 1825 features several lakes and a Pump Room, a grand building used for events with a stunning interior. The park is divided into two sides, the eastern side and the west side. The Pitville Pump Room is located on the eastern side, meanwhile, on the western side, there is a lake where you can fish, a playground, tennis courts, and a skate park. Or you can come to the Snowshill Manor and Garden, where you will find a 16th-century manor house surrounded by beautiful gardens. The manor is home to a collection of several items, such as toys, musical instruments, clocks, and even Samurai armour.
Pittville Park
Snowshill Manor and Garden
DOWNTOWN
Cheltenham Town Hall is a public venue that is often used for events such as music, live comedy, and other art performances. The building that was built in 1902 has extraordinary architecture
and can accommodate more than 1000 people. It is also one of the main venues for the famous Cheltenham Festivals. You can also visit The Wilson, which is an art gallery and museum that where you can see a collection of furniture, textiles, ceramics, and items that represent the history of Cheltenham in a form of paintings, pottery, costumes, and archaeological treasures.
Cheltenham Town Hall
The Wilson
SHOPPING
The promenade is one of the most popular shopping streets in Cheltenham. Various stores can be found here, and one of them is the White Company where you can find the newest fashion items.
Besides Promenade, there's also Montpellier, which is another popular shopping street in Cheltenham, you will also be able to find many stores here, and one of them is Bodega. Various restaurants can also be found in Promenade and Montpellier.
White Company
Bodega
FOOD & DRINK
Foods in Cheltenham vary, from seafood like Fish & Chips to burgers, steaks, pasta, and foods from other nations such as Thai, Vietnamese, Japanese, and even Scandinavian. Many great restaurants also can be found around the town, as well as breweries that serve the best craft beers and a wide selection of other drinks.
CULTURE
Cheltenham is well-known for its cultural events, such as the Cheltenham Music Festival, Cheltenham Literature Festival, Cheltenham Food & Drink Festival, Cheltenham Jazz Festival, Cheltenham Science Festival, and Cheltenham Festival where there is the Gold Cup which is a horse racing. Cheltenham is also popular for the many building with the Regency architecture, such as the Cheltenham Town Hall.
BEST TIME TO VISIT
Peak season: March is the busiest month for tourists in Cheltenham since it's the month where the Cheltenham Festival is held. The weather during this time can be wet and windy, but still bearable.
HOTEL
Stay at the Citrus Hotel Cheltenham By Compass Hospitality and experience the comfort and interesting facilities they offer. The pet-friendly hotel is located in the heart of Cheltenham and it's conveniently close to the Promenade and Cheltenham Art Gallery Museum. Another option for accommodation is the No.131 hotel. This elegant hotel with traditional Georgian architecture and the modern design also features a cocktail bar with a pool table. A collection of beautiful and comfortable rooms can be chosen for your liking.
Citrus Hotel Cheltenham by Compass Hospitality
No.131
RESTAURANT
Enjoy a plate of savory modern British dish at The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie Cheltenham. The restaurant offers breakfast, afternoon tea, lunch, and diner menu in a relaxing atmosphere. Various delicious dishes from two courses and three courses menu can be ordered here, such as White Onion Soup, Lamb Pappardelle, and Cherry Panna Cotta. Vegan and vegetarian options are also available along with a wide collection of drinks choices such as wine, cocktails, whiskeys, sodas, and etc. Flynn's Restaurant is another great restaurant in Cheltenham. Here, you will find roast beef, stir fry duck, pork belly, and an excellent selection of wine. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free
options are also available here.
The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie Cheltenham
Flynn's Restaurant
CAFE
Sip a cup of tasty coffee at the Coffee Dispensary. This pet-friendly coffee shop also serves tasty cakes, pastries, and other baked goods. Non-coffee drinks are also available for you to order
like hot chocolate and teas. The cozy atmosphere of this cafe makes it a perfect place to relax for a moment. There's also Boston Tea Party Cheltenham, another pet-friendly cafe on Clarence Street that serves a breakfast menu as well as burgers, salads, and baked goods. A kids menu is also available here. Tasty and aromatic coffee drinks are also available to order along with other drinks such as ales, beers, and wines.
The Coffee Dispensary
Boston Tea Party Cheltenham
BAR AND NIGHTLIFE
Come to The Bottle of Sauce io enjoy a good time with a glass of drink. The pub with a warm and rustic atmosphere features a pool table and offers hearty meals. When you're here make sure to order their homemade burger and wood-fired pizza as well as their great selections of beers. Or come to The Strand where you can also enjoy great live performance, craft beers, and delicious food. The pub has several interesting events that you can participate in, such as the Gourmet Burger Night on Wednesday night, Thirsty Thursday, and Games Night every Sunday.
The Bottle of Sauce
The Strand
INTERESTING PLACE
Visit the Sudeley Castle and you will feel like you're going back in time through the displays and rooms of the castle. The gorgeous 15th- century castle features formal gardens, a lush green grass bed and a chapel where Queen Catherine Parr, wife of King Henry VIII is buried. The castle is also home to artworks by Turner and Rubens. Another stunning magnificent building in Cheltenham is the Gloucester Cathedral. The tomb of King Edward II is located in this 11th-century cathedral. The grand and breathtaking architecture of the cathedral makes this place worth visiting.
Sudeley Castle
Gloucester Cathedral
INSTAGRAMMABLE SPOT
Snap a nice photograph in front of The Neptune Fountain. The fountain is describing the scene of the Greek god Neptune being drawn by four sea horses and two mermans. This fountain is said to be Cheltenham's version of Trevi Fountain in Rome. At night, the sight of this fountain is more stunning with amazing lighting. See the panoramic view of Cheltenham at the Devil's Chimney. This rock formation is one of the local's prominent landmark and has been standing through earthquakes and erosion. There's a legend that you should leave a coin on top of the rock when you visit this place as a payment for the Devil. You need to hike for a little bit to get to this place, but you will be rewarded with the scenic sight of Cheltenham from this point.
The Neptune Fountain
Devil's Chimney
