Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Hertford February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hertford Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Hertford.dx4657)[Hotels in Hertford](https://expedia.co.uk/Hertford-Hotels.d4657.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Hertford](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Hertford.d4657.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Hertford Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Hertford.d4657.Car-Hire-Guide)[Hertford Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Hertford.d4657.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in Hertford ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Hertford Types of activities [Hertford travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Hertford.dx4657) ![Another section of the canal in Hertford town. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4657/1040bd9f-b43f-42c6-a1c3-d76e731e6abe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Another section of the canal in Hertford town. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4657/1040bd9f-b43f-42c6-a1c3-d76e731e6abe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Bayford, Hertford SG13, UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000010771/3ea4fd92-cf81-4095-901e-6d42061b3941.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000010771/3ea4fd92-cf81-4095-901e-6d42061b3941.jpg) by [Lucia H Clark](https://www.panoramio.com/user/711323?with_photo_id=67917055) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ![The Crown public house covered by Boston Ivy, with car park including a Mini Cooper and a Citroën C4 Picasso, at 45 Newgate Street Village (name of road), at Newgate Street, in the civil parish of Hatfield, and the Borough of Welwyn Hatfield, Hertfordshire, England. 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If you’re planning a trip to Hertford, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Hertford with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Places of interest in Hertford Hertford is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Hertford, and make it a breeze to explore Hertford and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Hertford to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit to Hertford, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Hertford. #### Hertford attractions Hertford has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Hertford to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Hertford. Looking for things to do in Hertford can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Hertford or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Hertford attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails! --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself One Key members save % or more on select activities, hotels, cars and holiday rentals. [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) --- ## Top places to visit ### 1\. Hyde Park Hyde Park is one of London’s largest and most well-known parks. The park connects with Kensington Gardens and the two combined cover 630 acres (253 hectares). Together they form the centrepiece of a network of parks known as “London’s Green Lung.” Once the private hunting grounds of King Henry VIII, today the park is filled with heritage sites, monuments and events to attend all year-round. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hyde-Park-London-City-Centre.d507738.Attraction) ![Hyde Park featuring a garden, a river or creek and watersports](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/507738/66d59579-a9fc-4a02-8886-325e585c864b.jpg) ### 2\. Big Ben Catch a glimpse of Big Ben across the River Thames and you’ll know you have truly arrived in London. Featured in British films, such as “Bridget Jones’s Diary,” “Notting Hill” and “Love Actually,” Big Ben is best viewed from the Thames’ east bank or while strolling along Westminster Bridge, on route to see the Houses of Parliament. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Big-Ben-London-City-Centre.d6060186.Attraction) ![Big Ben featuring a city, heritage architecture and a monument](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060186/2f322593-af11-47f2-88a5-d8a6063dcf00.jpg) ### 3\. O2 Arena The O2 Arena is an award-winning complex that hosts many types of events, such as sports and music. It has a seating capacity of about 20,000 and has held the title as the busiest arena in the world with more than 2 million ticket sales in a calendar year. It was designed with excellent acoustics to prevent echoing. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/O2-Arena-Greenwich.d6057080.Attraction) ![O2 Arena showing a river or creek and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6057080/b4642e2d-da71-4c08-91a3-3ae6da39f2b7.jpg) ### 4\. Tower Bridge For London locals, Tower Bridge is a vital part of the city’s infrastructure, ushering 40,000 vehicles safely across the Thames daily. However, for many visitors, the sight of the dual Gothic towers rising above the skyline is a must-see. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tower-Bridge-London-City-Centre.d508419.Attraction) ![Tower Bridge showing a bay or harbour, heritage architecture and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508419/27c11be6-2551-47d0-a1d0-f2f2f8e1fcf2.jpg) ### 5\. London Bridge London Bridge is easily one of the most famously named bridges in the world, and the site of the oldest recorded crossing of the River Thames. Walk across the landmark structure, enjoy gorgeous river views and pick up insights into the bridge’s history in its underground vaults. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Bridge-London-City-Centre.d508412.Attraction) ![The view across London Bridge showing the walkie talkie (voted the ugliest building in the UK) the gherkin and the razor.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2114/b4146646-36cf-4f9b-bacd-8994f7d1eba5.jpg) ### 6\. Buckingham Palace The official home of British royalty since 1837, Buckingham Palace is the epicenter of Britain’s constitutional monarchy. It’s walls have witnessed innumerable state decrees, lavish banquets and foreign dignitary receptions. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Buckingham-Palace-London-City-Centre.d501516.Attraction) ![Buckingham Palace, Westminster, London](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501516/52bd3226-414d-4025-8f61-0bff79a253d7.jpg) ### 7\. Piccadilly Circus Piccadilly Circus garnered its peculiar name from Roger Baker, a tailor famous for making men’s piccadills, the frilled collars fashionable in the 17th century. The word “circus” refers to the circular motion of traffic, which whisks around beneath the statue of the Greek god Anteros. Today, the name represents flashing lights, entertainment and the exuberance of a city on the move. Piccadilly Circus has become a must-see spectacle, which draws locals and tourists day and night. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Piccadilly-Circus-London-City-Centre.d508415.Attraction) ![London showing heritage elements, a city and street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508415/25fac650-10bc-4102-80bc-bca970642bb0.jpg) ### 8\. The British Museum With a collection of nearly 8 million artifacts gathered from every continent, it’s unlikely even the most seasoned museum-goer can absorb the British Museum in a single day. But don’t let the museum’s size deter you even if you only have a few hours. It’s well worth the visit. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/The-British-Museum-London-City-Centre.d501529.Attraction) ![The British Museum showing interior views as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501529/ff2f6acb-b00c-4e77-93a0-f1df7c75d94e.jpg) ### 9\. Trafalgar Square Built to commemorate the British Navy’s victory at the Battle of Trafalgar, London’s Trafalgar Square is now the first port of call for over 30 million tourists a year. This area has been a gathering point for celebrations and political rallies for more than a century. Within hours of each event, however, the normal rhythms of the city return, watched over by the stoic statues of Admiral Lord Nelson and the Four Lions. [Learn more ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Trafalgar-Square-London-City-Centre.d508420.Attraction) ![Trafalgar Square featuring a sunset, a city and a square or plaza](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508420/6904859a-b41a-457e-8cd5-1b9d66f2e5d8.jpg) ## Recommended things to do in Hertford | Number of things to do | 6 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Summit, Ally Pally Rooftop Adventure](/things-to-do/summit-ally-pally-rooftop-adventure.a51417827.activity-details): £28 | | Top 5 things to do | [Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Tour](/things-to-do/tottenham-hotspur-stadium-tour.a4119511.activity-details)[London: F1® DRIVE - The Official F1® Karting Experience](/things-to-do/london-f1-drive-the-official-f1-karting-experience.a49617704.activity-details)[Summit, Ally Pally Rooftop Adventure](/things-to-do/summit-ally-pally-rooftop-adventure.a51417827.activity-details)[The Dare Skywalk Climb](/things-to-do/the-dare-skywalk-climb.a3993338.activity-details)[British Classic Cooking Class and 5 Course Dinner in London](/things-to-do/british-classic-cooking-class-and-dinner-in-london.a49444503.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Tour](/things-to-do/tottenham-hotspur-stadium-tour.a4119511.activity-details)[London: F1® DRIVE - The Official F1® Karting Experience](/things-to-do/london-f1-drive-the-official-f1-karting-experience.a49617704.activity-details)[Summit, Ally Pally Rooftop Adventure](/things-to-do/summit-ally-pally-rooftop-adventure.a51417827.activity-details)[The Dare Skywalk Climb](/things-to-do/the-dare-skywalk-climb.a3993338.activity-details)[British Classic Cooking Class and 5 Course Dinner in London](/things-to-do/british-classic-cooking-class-and-dinner-in-london.a49444503.activity-details) | | With kids | [Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Tour](/things-to-do/tottenham-hotspur-stadium-tour.a4119511.activity-details)[The Dare Skywalk Climb](/things-to-do/the-dare-skywalk-climb.a3993338.activity-details)[British Classic Cooking Class and 5 Course Dinner in London](/things-to-do/british-classic-cooking-class-and-dinner-in-london.a49444503.activity-details) | ## What to do in Hertford --- --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.co.uk/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Hertford ![Along the River Lea #lifeatexpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5460/f94750fd-1e4c-4a73-a80b-e67e9bafec9f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ware ![Brocket Hall. Built in 1760, replacing an earlier buildings of 1239 and 1430.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5467/62909c5d-a381-47b0-8f59-89446988fc11.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Bikeboy](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/32413) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Welwyn Garden City ![Sailing lake panorama in Fairlands Valley Park. Stevenage, UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5694/35363052-3ec8-437c-a276-152c2870b0b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Stevenage ![St Etheldreda's Church, Hatfield, Hertfordshire](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7746/b66ab50f-dcf9-470c-b42f-81781e52eee6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hatfield ![River Lea Navigation, Turnford Marsh Taken just south of King's Weir facing south.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182472/240666ab-52ed-41d6-ba92-91b2b41de4d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [David Kemp](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/4217) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Broxbourne ![Knebworth house and gardens](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/602335/b9f686ab-49d4-4c8d-aa67-0efc5180979a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Knebworth ![A canal boat cruising the River Lea Navigation between Enfield Lock and Waltham Cross, surrounded by trees in warm autumn colours.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6053736/5cdfffc7-4c82-4b3d-ad22-f8b1b2d598dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Waltham Cross ![The Strafford Arms Public House](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6145112/fa92bc0a-bd0d-4cbf-954c-c7dde83d595b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [Adrian Cable](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/2639) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Potters Bar ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hertford worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Hertford? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Hertford? ### Is three days enough to stay in Hertford? ### What are some activities to do in Hertford with kids? > - [Tottenham Hotspur Stadium Tour](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/tottenham-hotspur-stadium-tour.a4119511.activity-details) > - [The Dare Skywalk Climb](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/the-dare-skywalk-climb.a3993338.activity-details) > - [British Classic Cooking Class and 5 Course Dinner in London](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/british-classic-cooking-class-and-dinner-in-london.a49444503.activity-details) ### What to do in Hertford for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Hertford? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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