Dutch Quarter Travel Guide
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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
Get up close to huge mammals, watch as birds of prey swoop above your head and come face to face with deadly reptiles at one of the best zoos in Britain.
Colchester Castle Park
Take a pedalo for a spin on the lake, practicing your putting at the mini golf course or just put your feet up in Colchester’s favourite 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.
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.
Beth Chatto Garden
When master gardener Beth Chatto designed these spectacular arrangements she included plants from a variety of habitats around the world.
Our pick of the best Dutch Quarter Hotel Deals
The George of Colchester
"The access through Colchester is difficult with a diabolical road system leading to Main street"
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Ryegate House Colchester
"Ideal location for walking to the centre. On site free parking a major boon"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
St Nicholas Hotel
"We have stayed here a few times and this experience wasn’t our favourite. We had booked for breakfast and were forgotten about by the breakfast staff. My partner had to flag down a member of staff and ask if we could order. When the food did arrive, mine was burnt, it certainly wasn’t worth the £19. ..."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
"The hotel was alright but charging nearly a tenner to park in their own car park is a joke. Good breakfast albeit another £30. Had to spend nearly the room cost again to park and eat. Could have got somewhere much nicer if I wanted to spend over £100 and eaten and parked for free. Wouldn't come ..."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
Holiday Inn Express Colchester by IHG
"I had a good stay, however, I waited 50 minutes for my dinner to arrive"
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
B&B HOTEL Ipswich
"Night manager very unhelpful which was a real shame as the rest of the staff and the hotel was great"
Reviewed on 16 June 2026
