Lake District Sightseeing & Visitor Attractions
Use our Lake District sightseeing and attractions listings to help you make the most of your visit to the Lake District, or browse by location using the
map of attractions in the Lake District.
Kirkland, , Cumbria LA9 5AL
Tel +44 (0)1539 722464
Abbot Hall is a jewel of a building sitting on the banks of the River Kent, surrounded by a park and overlooked by the ruins of Kendal Castle. Abbot Hall is also highly acclaimed for its stimulating exhibition programme.
, Cumbria CA10 1SP
Tel +44 (0)17683 61893
Acorn Bank is a delightful sheltered garden, renowned for its herbs and orchards growing old English fruit varieties. The herb garden is planted with over 250 medicinal and culinary herbs and a partially restored watermill.
Lakeside, , Cumbria LA12 8AS
Tel +44 (0)15395 30153
Recreating the journey of a river from mountain top to sea, the Aquarium's stunning displays bring you face to face with an array of life found in and around the Lakes. Discover the underwater tunnel complete with diving ducks!
Main Street, , Cumbria LA22 0NS
Tel +44 (0)1539 436355
Gallery showing original watercolours by the world famous author Beatrix Potter and displays on her life and work. A fascinating and enjoyable exhibition on the life of the beloved children's author.
, Cumbria CA8 7DD
Tel +44 (0)16977 47602
Birdoswald stands high above a meander in the River Irthing, in one of the most picturesque settings on Hadrian's Wall. A Roman fort, turret and milecastle can all be seen on this excellent stretch of the Wall.
, Cumbria LA23 3JT
Tel +44 (0)1539 446139
Blackwell is one of England's most important surviving houses from the turn of the 20th century. It occupies a stunning position overlooking Windermere in the English Lake District and has recently been restored and opened to the public as a gallery.
, Cumbria LA21 8AD
Tel +44 (0)15394 41396
The former home of John Ruskin, Brantwood is the most beautifully situated house in the Lake District.. Brantwood is both a treasure house of historical importance and a lively centre of contemporary arts and the environment.
122A, , Cumbria LA9 4HE
Tel +44 (0)1539 725133
Highgate's first Brewery was licensed in 1758 near the site of the town house of Wilsons of Dallam Tower. After enjoying a booming brewery period, it's now a bustling arts centre boasting cinema and eateries.
, Cumbria CA17 4EJ
Tel +44 (0)191 261 1585
Commanding a magnificent view of the Pennines, medieval Brough Castle stands within the earthworks of a Roman fort guarding the strategic Stainmore routeway. The impressive tower-keep dates from c. 1200, replacing an earlier stronghold destroyed by William the Lion of Scotland in 1174.
, Cumbria CA10 2AA
Tel +44 (0)1768 862488
Picturesque Brougham Castle was begun in the early 13th century by Robert de Vieuxpont, near the site of a Roman fort guarding the crossing of the River Eamont. His great keep largely survives, reinforced by an impressive double gatehouse and other 14th-century additions. Today, the site features an introductory exhibition, including carved stones from the nearby Roman fort.
, Cumbria CA10 2DE
Tel +44 (0)1768 868184
Brougham Hall stands on a site which has been a fortified home since at least 1307. It reached it’s zenith in Victorian Times, when it became known as the Windsor of the North, and the home of the Lord Chancellor of England. In 1934 however, the hall fell on hard times but was rescued from dereliction in 1985. In the last decade, and for many years to come, Brougham has been and will be the subject of the largest country house restoration project in England.
, Cumbria CA3 8UR
Tel +44 (0)1228 591992
Impressive and forbidding, Carlisle Castle is a formidable fortress, amply repaying exploration of its absorbing 900-year history. Long commanding the turbulent western end of the Anglo-Scottish border, Carlisle has witnessed many conflicts and sieges.
Castle Street, , Cumbria CA3 8TZ
Tel +44 (0)1228 535169
Impressive and forbidding, Carlisle Castle is a formidable fortress, amply repaying exploration of its absorbing 900-year history. Long commanding the turbulent western end of the Anglo-Scottish border, Carlisle has witnessed many conflicts and sieges.
Standish Street, , Cumbria CA12 5LS
Tel +44 (0)17687 73757
A unique museum collection featuring some of the most famous vehicles used in big screen movies, such as James Bond's Aston Martin range, and from TV soap episodes. A must for motoring or film enthusiasts.
Coniston Boatlandings, , Cumbria LA21 8AJ
Tel +44 (0)1539 436216
Enjoy cruising aboard 1920's launches with solar-electric power. Unique and environmentally friendly way to enjoy beautiful Coniston Water. A personal commentary by crew complements the experience of the wonderful area.
Chapel Stile, , Cumbria LA22 9JR
Tel +44 (0)15394 37685
Superb views of Langdale Pikes. Extensive collections of acers, camellias, azaleas, rhododendrons, oaks, beeches, rare shrubs, trees, unusual perrenials, expedition plants from worldwide mountainous regions.
Southey Works, Greta Bridge, , Cumbria CA12 5NG
Tel +44 (0)1768 773626
At the Cumberland Pencil Museum one can journey through the history of pencils and pencil making, with in depth information on topics such as the history of graphite mining in Borrowdale and pencil making videos.
, Cumbria CA11 0HB
Tel +44 (0)1768 486450
Dalemain is a historic Lake District house and gardens, which contains behind its Georgian facade, a wealth of Tudor and Mediaeval rooms and buildings. There has been a settlement at Dalemain since Saxon times.
, Cumbria LA22 9SH
Tel +44 (0)1539 463512
Dove Cottage was home to the romantic poet William Wordsworth (1770-1850) and his family for 8½ years (1799-1808). Here Wordsworth wrote and drew inspiration for many of his most famous poems.
Langwathby Hall Farm, , Cumbria CA10 1LW
Tel +44 (0)1768 881771
Eden Ostrich World is an award winning attraction set in the village of Langwathby. A day out not to be missed! It's a working farm visitor centre, 50 acres of land, and ideal for children.
