Dutch Quarter
Colchester
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Popular places to visit
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Beth Chatto Garden
Learn which plants can thrive in a range of habitats in these stunning gardens designed by master gardener Beth Chatto.
Top hotels in Dutch Quarter
The George of Colchester
Room was clean and comfortable. Staff were helpful and friendly. I didnt eat at tge hotel so cant comment
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Ryegate House Colchester
The Essex Golf and Country Club
Hener
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
No water to purchase, gym staff were rude, room was lovely, communal areas look tired
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
St Nicholas Hotel
Hotel is directly opposite where you check in, which is The George pub. No staff being readily available in the building was a little inconvenient as we had a few confusing moments with the room temperature and couldn’t change it. Also, tv remote was broken so was difficult to navigate using it, ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
B&B HOTEL Ipswich
Nice enough hotel as a whole, clean and well presented. Negative is the hard bed with spings that could be felt. Not the best sleep.
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
