Destination Guide
The Cotswolds, England
Honey-colored villages tucked into the rolling English countryside, with storybook charm around every corner.
Location
Cheltenham, England, UK
Best Time to visit
May – September
Suggested Stay
3 – 4 Days
Currency
Pound Sterling (GBP)
About Cheltenham
The Perfect Place to Begin.
Cheltenham is a beautiful Regency town with an easy elegance all its own. It’s walkable, filled with lovely places to eat & explore, & perfectly placed for a weekend in the Cotswolds.
Destination highlights
Picturesque
Every corner is photo-worthy
Walkable
Shops, cafés, & restaurants nearby
Perfectly Placed
Easy base for exploring the Cotswolds
Slow Living
unwind, explore, & enjoy
Top Things To Do
Explore the town
Walk the Promenade, browse the shops, & take in the town’s Regency charm.
Visit Sudeley Castle
Tour the castle, wander through the gardens, & stay for afternoon tea.
Wander Winchcombe
Spend a little time exploring this lovely market town & do some shopping.
Visit Bourton-On-the-Water
Walk along the river & see why it’s one of the Cotswolds’ most-loved villages.
explore stow-on-the-wold
Browse the shops, explore the market square, & find the famous Tolkien door.
see arlington row
Stop in Bibury to see one of the most photographed spots in the Cotswolds.
Suggested Itinerary
Day
One
1
Arrive in Cheltenham
Check in, explore the Promenade, & settle in with dinner in town.
Day
Two
2
Sudeley Castle & Winchcombe
Spend the day at Sudeley Castle, enjoy afternoon tea, & explore Winchcombe.
Day
Three
3
The Cotswolds Villages
Visit Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow-on-the-Wold, & Bibury.
The Guide Includes
Where to stay
Crescent Place by Mansley
A beautiful boutique stay in the heart of Cheltenham with spacious rooms & an unbeatable location.
$$$
The Queens Hotel
An elegant hotel overlooking Imperial Gardens, just steps from Montpellier & the Promenade.
$$$
No. 38 The Park
A stylish Georgian townhouse with individually designed rooms near Pittville Park.
$$$$
Where to Eat
The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie
Amazing interiors & really good food in the heart of Montpellier.
$$$
The Mousetrap Inn
A cozy Bourton-on-the-Water pub serving hearty British classics made with local ingredients.
$$$
The Old Stocks Inn
Seasonal British food served in a beautiful coaching inn overlooking Stow’s market square.
$$$
Don’t Miss This
Ride the cotswolds steam train
Travel through the rolling countryside aboard a heritage train from Cheltenham to Broadway. Choose a steam-running day & enjoy the views as the train crosses Stanway Viaduct & stops in some of the Cotswolds’ loveliest towns.
Practical Information
Language
English
Getting Around
Walk, Uber, or Local Bus
Power
Type G (230V)
Time Zone
GMT (UTC+0)
BST (UTC+1)
Tipping
Not Expected but always appreciated
Safety
Generally safe for travelers
A Few Moments from The Cotswolds
Your Cotswolds Adventure Awaits.
Ready to see it all come to life? Read the Cotswolds travel diaries for the charming villages, beautiful stays, countryside moments, & little details that made this trip so special.
