Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in West Mersea February 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [West Mersea Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/West-Mersea.dx3000009400)[Hotels in West Mersea](https://expedia.co.uk/West-Mersea-Hotels.d3000009400.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to West Mersea](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-West-Mersea.d3000009400.Travel-Guide-Flights)[West Mersea Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-West-Mersea.d3000009400.Car-Hire-Guide)[West Mersea Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/West-Mersea.d3000009400.Holidays-City-Breaks) # What to do in West Mersea ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit West Mersea Types of activities [West Mersea travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/West-Mersea.dx3000009400) ![boats of west mersea](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000009400/5e897f67-e783-41c1-9d9b-512309a80d1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![boats of west mersea](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000009400/5e897f67-e783-41c1-9d9b-512309a80d1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A panorama view across a sand bar of West Mersea beach, UK in the summertime](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000009400/ddd44d23-ac53-4f26-9ce0-6fcbb08c126b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Calm sea](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000009400/1c15d43b-5ed6-4762-b737-2701bd36db4f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The 'Victory' public house, West Mersea This popular pub's slogan is proudly displayed in the centre of the building: "A great place to sink a few".](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000009400/0a9f0003-485a-498a-b58d-1afbf0392454.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## West Mersea Attractions Let Expedia help you to experience the best that West Mersea has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to West Mersea, 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 West Mersea 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 West Mersea West Mersea is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in West Mersea, and make it a breeze to explore West Mersea 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 West Mersea 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 West Mersea, 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 West Mersea. #### West Mersea attractions West Mersea 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 West Mersea 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 West Mersea. Looking for things to do in West Mersea 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 West Mersea or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to West Mersea 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) --- ## Recommended things to do in West Mersea | Number of things to do | 5 | | ------------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Secrets of West Mersea: Self-Guided Island Puzzle Walk](/things-to-do/secrets-of-west-mersea-self-guided-island-puzzle-walk.a48522285.activity-details): £7 | | Top 5 things to do | [Unlimited Play at the Ultimate Games Zone](/things-to-do/unlimited-play-at-the-ultimate-games-zone.a50701231.activity-details)[Tours of Colchester](/things-to-do/tours-of-colchester.a46315174.activity-details)[Secrets of West Mersea: Self-Guided Island Puzzle Walk](/things-to-do/secrets-of-west-mersea-self-guided-island-puzzle-walk.a48522285.activity-details)[Lost Centurion Quest Experience in Colchester](/things-to-do/lost-centurion-quest-experience-in-colchester.a46560340.activity-details)[Roman Visitor Quest Experience in Colchester](/things-to-do/roman-visitor-quest-experience-in-colchester.a46474681.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Unlimited Play at the Ultimate Games Zone](/things-to-do/unlimited-play-at-the-ultimate-games-zone.a50701231.activity-details)[Tours of Colchester](/things-to-do/tours-of-colchester.a46315174.activity-details)[Secrets of West Mersea: Self-Guided Island Puzzle Walk](/things-to-do/secrets-of-west-mersea-self-guided-island-puzzle-walk.a48522285.activity-details)[Lost Centurion Quest Experience in Colchester](/things-to-do/lost-centurion-quest-experience-in-colchester.a46560340.activity-details)[Roman Visitor Quest Experience in Colchester](/things-to-do/roman-visitor-quest-experience-in-colchester.a46474681.activity-details) | | With kids | [Unlimited Play at the Ultimate Games Zone](/things-to-do/unlimited-play-at-the-ultimate-games-zone.a50701231.activity-details) | ## What to do in West Mersea --- ### Popular places to visit ![Colchester Zoo showing animals and zoo animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081373/37e0521d-b9c5-4098-a677-0dfc12f6120d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Colchester Zoo Feed elephants and giraffes, watch a falconry display and meet the fearsome Komodo dragons at one of the U.K.’s best zoos. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Zoo-Colchester.d6081373.Attraction) ![Colchester Castle Park showing heritage architecture and château or palace](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6081369/3f05290e-0695-4d30-904c-e834cfee7b1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Colchester Castle Park Ride a pedalo on the boating lake, enjoy a game of mini golf or simply spend an afternoon relaxing in Colchester’s most popular public park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Castle-Park-Colchester.d6081369.Attraction) ![Willy Lott's Cottage outside in flatford mill in constable country old and famous location building from a painting on a summer afternoon with no people very beautiful](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6094515/bbf84a27-b3d2-4273-a137-97f340dadb3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Flatford Mill Find out about the history of East Bergholt when you take a trip to Flatford Mill. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Flatford-Mill-Colchester.d6094515.Attraction) ![Colchester showing heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634340810372/d960ada5-5cce-441d-9b18-b6ff7367e95b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Colchester Town Hall Colchester’s Baroque town hall, a heritage-listed building with Victorian tower and antique organ, has been the focus of civil duties for over 800 years. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Town-Hall-Colchester.d553248634340810372.Attraction) ![Layer Marney Tower showing heritage elements, heritage architecture and a castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6260773/11edf9c5-f636-433c-acc0-063db15d9e13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Layer Marney Tower Spend an afternoon at the tallest Tudor gatehouse in England to find a knot garden, a farm, a Wildlife Walk and five centuries’ worth of history. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Layer-Marney-Tower-Colchester.d6260773.Attraction) ![Beth Chatto Garden featuring a garden, flowers and wild flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6264898/c9420d12-90c1-4f30-a2b5-8c5cc1c66eb6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Beth Chatto Garden Learn which plants can thrive in a range of habitats in these stunning gardens designed by master gardener Beth Chatto. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Beth-Chatto-Garden-Colchester.d6264898.Attraction) ![Colchester which includes interior views and theatre scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532509185/a7807707-8dab-46ae-8e14-6ab8c1fa9165.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mercury Theatre Enjoy a play, a musical performance or some hilarious comedy at Colchester’s premier performing arts venue, which also has a children’s program. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mercury-Theatre-Colchester.d553248621532509185.Attraction) ![Colchester showing heritage architecture, a cemetery and a castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532491022/6a476fcc-baf3-49d0-a57d-370f43f2dddb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Colchester Arts Centre Come and see an event at Colchester’s most diverse entertainment venue, housed in a 13th-century church. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Arts-Centre-Colchester.d553248621532491022.Attraction) ![Colchester which includes modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621533025669/56cbcc46-efac-4a4e-924d-c858911dd305.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### firstsite As one of the U.K.’s premier modern art galleries, this is a great place to see temporary exhibitions, attend art classes and listen to expert talks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Firstsite-Colchester.d553248621533025669.Attraction) --- 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 West Mersea ![Colchester showing signage and markets as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4609/b894b714-d657-41ca-a596-20f085d416d6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Colchester ![panoramic landscape image of mudflat in essex england](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5635/8ccc7cff-2b77-48c1-a99e-e345f765bce2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Maldon ![Bradwell outflow (whats left of it)](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000426758/b8b570cd-7ab1-4b0e-801a-7998b6d11a01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0) by [Lee Garton](https://www.panoramio.com/user/4933177?with_photo_id=40602635) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0)) ### Southminster ## Frequently asked questions ### Is West Mersea worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in West Mersea? ### What is the top tourist attraction in West Mersea? ### Is three days enough to stay in West Mersea? ### What are some activities to do in West Mersea with kids? > - [Unlimited Play at the Ultimate Games Zone](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/unlimited-play-at-the-ultimate-games-zone.a50701231.activity-details) ### What to do in West Mersea for adults? ### Are there free things to do in West Mersea? ![](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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