Glastonbury Travel Guide

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Glastonbury
Glastonbury
Glastonbury
Glastonbury
Glastonbury

Glastonbury is the perfect location for a holiday in the countryside or a break by the seaside.

Glastonbury is located in the county of Somerset in the South West of England, bordering both Gloucestershire and Dorset. Somerset itself has many cities, villages and market towns to explore coupled with beach caves and moors.

There is a wide range of accommodation options to choose from when looking for somewhere to stay in Glastonbury or the wider Somerset area. With hotels to suit all budgets and countryside bed & breakfasts you have plenty of options to escape the normal hustle and bustle of everyday city life. Well, that’s true for most of the year, as Glastonbury is also home to the world’s most famous music festival, and attracts some 200,000 visitors to the popular town every year in June.

Dance Your Feet Off at Glastonbury

Glastonbury Festival of Contemporary Performing Arts is a five day music festival that takes place near Pilton on the last weekend of June every year. With some of the biggest names in the world of music playing the festival, this has well and truly put Glastonbury on the map. Accommodation in and around the festival doesn’t take long to fill up, so be sure to plan ahead if you’re visiting the festival in the coming 12 months.

Glastonbury Tor

Glastonbury Tor rises from the flat landscape of the Somerset Levels and is topped by the tower of a ruined 15th century church. The climb to the top is worth it with stunning panoramic views from the summit taking in all that Glastonbury has to offer. History and myth surround the Tor make it an interesting place to take the family. Saxon remains excavated from the site suggest it was once a Saxon fortress. Now it’s a national trust property.

Glastonbury town itself is a nice place to relax over a cup of tea or coffee and with some great boutique shops and artisan suppliers to explore, it makes for a perfect relaxing afternoon.

Explore Somerset

The Roman Baths in Somerset are a must see for any visitor to the area, a site that attracts over one million visitors each year. While you are not able to enter the water at the baths, there are four main areas to enjoy, as well as an adjoining museum, allowing you to take time exploring this popular attraction. With an informative audio tour, you cannot fail to be interested in the history of the baths when you see them and the original Roman architecture.

Spend a couple of hours in the relaxing atmosphere of Wells Cathedral, constructed in an English Gothic architectural style with a stunning façade and 50 metre high towers. Beautifully cared for and used by many you will be impressed by one of England’s great cathedrals.

Somerset has a wide selection of beaches to choose from including Kilve and Berrow both perfect for children to enjoy with miles of golden sand to play in. Weston Super Mare Beach, complete with its own pier, provides a great family experience: plenty of rides for the kids and a train journey to the pier end for those who would prefer not to walk it. When in Glastonbury take the family for a trip to the seaside.

Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport

Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport

3.5 out of 5
Bristol Airport, Bristol, England
The price is £153 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
£153
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,442 reviews)
"Stayed here the night before an early flight. We were impressed by the cleanliness and comfort of our room. Breakfast was delicious and just what we needed before our short walk to the terminal from the hotel. Great convenience, friendly service at check-in, and quality rooms. Would stay here again ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2025

Hampton by Hilton Bristol Airport
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol South - Cadbury House

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol South - Cadbury House

4 out of 5
Frost Hill, Congresbury, Bristol, England
The price is £102 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
£102
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Bristol. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
"Fabulous! Would revisit happily, only shame was we got there late and left early (airport stay over) - gorgeous hotel though, something for everyone."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bristol South - Cadbury House
Holiday Inn Express Bath by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Bath by IHG

3 out of 5
Lower Bristol Road, Bath, England
The price is £85 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£85
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Bath. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,015 reviews)
"Brilliant stay at your hotel in Bath, we would certainly recommend the hotel to other people wishing to visit the city. Well done and thank you"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Express Bath by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Log Cabin - Amber Glow

Log Cabin - Amber Glow

3 out of 5
Newtown Cottage Newtown West Pennard, Glastonbury, England
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Glastonbury. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Glastonbury Tor and Chalice Well are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (1 review)
"The property was absolutely lovely. Perfect for what I was looking for. Close to the main town of Glastonbury as it took a short drive to get there. The accommodation was very clean. Towels and linen provided and kitchen equipment was very good. Bed was very comfy and I loved the lighting in there. ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

Log Cabin - Amber Glow
WILLOW RIDGE - a large country house with 3 rental rooms

WILLOW RIDGE - a large country house with 3 rental rooms

2.5 out of 5
Featherbed Ln, Bristol, England
Stay at this residence in Bristol. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and slippers. Popular attractions Chew Valley and Stanton Drew Stone Circle are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Willow Ridge - touring holiday
"Willow Ridge is a fabulous country house perfectly situated just outside Bristol. From here you can explore the whole area easily including Wookey Hole, Cheddar Gorge caves, Bath, Glastonbury and Weston-super-mare and more. The host cannot do enough for you and makes you feel at home right from the ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

WILLOW RIDGE - a large country house with 3 rental rooms
Greyfield Farm Cottages

Greyfield Farm Cottages

4 out of 5
The Gug BS39 6YQ, High Littleton, Bristol, England
Stay at this 4-star cottage in Bristol. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Chew Valley and Stanton Drew Stone Circle ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (26 reviews)
"We had a lovely stay at Little Paradise, Greyfield Farm Cottages! The cottage was immaculate, cosy and had lots of amenities to make our stay feel just like being at home. We were able to bring our dog due to the cottages being dog friendly which meant our little pup also had a lovely weekend away ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Greyfield Farm Cottages
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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