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Visiting Taunton

Budget-minded travellers will find good deals in Taunton, and many visitors are sure to appreciate the gardens and cafes. The welcoming and countryside setting also entices those visiting the city. Top sights in the city include Bakelite Museum and Exmoor National Park.

• There are 93 hotels and other accommodation options in Taunton
• The closest major airport is in Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.), 23.9 mi (38.4 km) from the city centre
• The next closest is in Cardiff (CWL-Cardiff Intl.), 28.4 mi (45.8 km) away

Sightseeing and Staying in Taunton

The city's cultural venues include Bakelite Museum and Museum of Somerset. The city is notable for landmarks like Woodlands Castle, Nettlecombe Court and Combe Sydenham Hall. The gardens and countryside exemplify the city's natural beauty and places to visit include Exmoor National Park and Wills Neck.

Outside the city, popular places to visit include Dunster Castle, 18.8 mi/30.3 km from the city centre, and Glastonbury Abbey, which is 19 mi (30.5 km) away.

Getting around Taunton

If you want to explore the larger area, hop on a train at Taunton Station. Taunton may not have many public transport choices so consider renting a car to explore the city.

Dressing for Taunton

• Between January and March, you can expect the daytime average to be around 11°C and the night-time average to be 4°C
• From April to June, temperatures average about 19°C during the day and 5°C at night
• July to September averages 19°C during the day and 11°C at night
• Between October and December, the average temperature is 16°C during the day and 5°C at night
• About 742.90 millimetres of rain falls on Taunton each year
• Hottest months are usually August and July with an average temperature of 19°C, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 4°C