Below is a list of the most popular tourist attractions near to the Red Lion Hotel in Colchester.

Colchester has lots to offer for retail therapy. Whether it’s ‘quirky’ smaller shops or the usual big name stores you’re interested in, there is something to suit everyone.
Located in the heart of Colchester is the Lion Walk Shopping Centre, which is home to 40 of Britain’s well known retailers.
For more information please visit www.lionwalkshopping.com/

A visit to Colchester Castle Museum takes you through 2000 years of some of the most important events in British history. Once capital of Roman Britain, Colchester has experienced devastation by Boudica, invasion by the Normans and siege during the English Civil War. With so much to do you really will be spoilt for choice at the Castle. Please ask the Red Lion Hotel hotel for further details.
colchestermuseums.org.uk/castle/castle_index.html
Distance to Red Lion Hotel: 0.1 miles

Firstsite is a contemporary art gallery based in Colchester. Its aim is to make contemporary art relevant to everyone and hosts various exhibitions throughout the year.
For more information please visit www.firstsite.uk.net/

Colchester Zoo is now one of the finest Zoos in Europe due to a constant programme of development and continues to evolve to ensure the world class level of commitment to their animals. Set in 60 acres of beautiful parkland and lakes, and with over 260 rare species many part of breeding programmes, there is so much to see at Colchester Zoo.
colchester-zoo.co.uk/
Distance to Red Lion Hotel: 3.5 miles

Situated in a shallow valley in front of a house, The Beth Chatto Gardens began in 1960 and was transformed from an overgrown wasteland into an informal and beautiful garden. With a rich variety of plants, for all you horticulturalists or those who simply relish a day out in the countryside, the Beth Chatto Gardens are a must.
bethchatto.co.uk/
Distance to Red Lion Hotel: 4.8 miles

Epping Forest in the south-east of England is the largest public open space in the London area at 6,100 acres. Epping Forest stretches between Forest Gate in the south and Epping in the north and the diverse landscape of Epping Forest features areas of historic woodland, green lanes, ancient trees, grassy plains, rivers and ponds. Two thirds of Epping Forest have being designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest and a Special Area of Conservation, containing a range of natural habitats that have developed over a period of more than 1,000 years and now rich in wildlife and history.
cityoflondon.gov.uk/

Essex County Cricket Club was founded in 1876 and hosts games throughout the year. There is also the ‘Peter Edwards Museum and Library’ on site which displays the progress of Essex Cricket Club and hosts other special exhibitions during the year.
For more information and game fixtures please visit www.essexcricket.org.uk/home/