Somerset Travel Guide

England

A coastal town with historic buildings, a rocky beach, and a hill with houses.
A Gothic cathedral with intricate stonework and large stained glass windows.
A historic square with classical architecture, including a prominent building with a large arched window and a fountain.
A cathedral interior with intricate ribbed vaults and stained glass windows.
A pathway through a park with red and green foliage, surrounded by various trees and shrubs.

Popular cities in Somerset

A tower on a grassy hill with a sunset in the background.
Glastonbury
Known for Friendly people, Bars and Historical
Glastonbury is the perfect location for a holiday in the countryside or a break by the seaside.

Reasons to visit

  • Glastonbury Tor
  • Glastonbury Abbey
  • Chalice Well
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A coastal town with historic buildings, a rocky beach, and a hill with houses.
Minehead
Known for Friendly people, Small town and Relaxing
A popular seaside holiday destination since the Victorian era, this attractive town is also the gateway to Exmoor National Park.

Reasons to visit

  • Dunster Castle
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A large Gothic cathedral with twin towers and intricate stonework.
Wells
Known for Friendly people, Dining and Cathedrals
Quaint Wells awaits: its cathedral, dining, monuments and more!

Reasons to visit

  • Wells Cathedral
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A rural landscape with rolling hills, a solitary tree, and a forested area.
Taunton
Known for Friendly people, Coffee and Countryside
Escape to secluded Taunton! Enjoy its gardens, countryside and adventures.
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A beach with a wooden groyne and a distant island under a cloudy sky.
Bridgwater
Known for Countryside, Hills and Secluded
Come to secluded Bridgwater and enjoy its countryside, cocktail bars and churches.
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A historic estate with a formal garden, a statue, and a large building with a balcony.
Frome
Known for Friendly people, Bars and Small town
Get away to quaint Frome! Enjoy the bars, art and safaris.
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Stay near popular Somerset attractions

A winding road through a mountainous landscape with rocky cliffs and grassy areas.
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Cheddar Gorge

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Explore the great outdoors at Cheddar Gorge, a lovely green space in Cheddar. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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