Things to do in Essex

Activities, attractions and tours

A rustic stone archway with a blue gate leading into a garden.
A large brick building with arched windows and a tower.
A forest path with orange and green foliage.
A church with a brick facade and a tower, surrounded by a cemetery with headstones.
A grand courtroom with ornate stained glass windows, wooden benches, and a green table.

Things to do

Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge

Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge

RM109
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge
London Sightseeing Walking Tour with 30+ sights

London Sightseeing Walking Tour with 30+ sights

RM103
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
London Sightseeing Walking Tour with 30+ sights
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets

Tower Bridge Admission Tickets

RM98
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Tower Bridge Admission Tickets
London: IFS Cloud Cable Car

London Cable Car

RM74
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
London Cable Car
Picture 9 for Activity Cambridge: Alumni-Led Walking Tour w/opt Kings College Entry

Cambridge University & Kings College Walking Tour By AlumniTM

RM217
per adult
Cambridge University & Kings College Walking Tour By AlumniTM
City Cruises 24 Hour Hop-On Hop-Off River Thames Cruise

City Cruises Flexible Sightseeing Cruise

RM114
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Flexible Sightseeing Cruise
London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise

London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise

RM53
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
London: Uber Boat - Single Journey River Thames Cruise
City Cruises Lunch Cruise on the River Thames

City Cruises Lunch Cruise on the River Thames

RM179
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
City Cruises Lunch Cruise on the River Thames
Jack The Ripper & Haunted London Tour with Fish & Chips

Jack The Ripper Tour with Ripper-ologist

RM163
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Jack The Ripper Tour with Ripper-ologist
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London Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour & Thames River Cruise

London Hop-On Hop-Off Open-Top Bus Tour & Thames River Cruise

Activity duration is 1 day
8.0 out of 10 with 1766 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was RM 174 and current price is RM 157 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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London Sightseeing Private Black Cab Tour with Hotel Pick Up

London Sightseeing Private Black Cab Tour with Hotel Pick Up

Activity duration is 4 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 68 reviews
Free cancellation available
The previous price was RM 1,729 and current price is RM 1,625 per traveller*
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Food, drink & nightlife

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London: Sky Garden Early Access with Pastry and Hot Drink

London: Sky Garden Early Access with Pastry and Hot Drink

Activity duration is 2 hours
7.4 out of 10 with 47 reviews
Price is RM 101 per adult
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Holiday & seasonal tours

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London: Canal Boat Ride on Camden Lock

London: Canal Boat Ride on Camden Lock

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 299 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 109 per adult
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Water activities

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London: Canal Boat Ride on Camden Lock

London: Canal Boat Ride on Camden Lock

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 299 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 109 per adult
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What to do in Essex

Stay near popular Essex attractions

A wrought iron gate with intricate designs, a brick building with ivy, and a paved area.

Colchester Castle Park

9.0/10 (164 reviews)
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.
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