Dutch Quarter Travel Guide
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 Colchester when you take a trip to Flatford Mill. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Layer Marney Tower
Spend an afternoon at the tallest Tudor gatehouse in England to find a knot garden, a farm, a Wildlife Walk and five centuries’ worth of history.

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
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Colchester Studio Suites
Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

St Nicholas Hotel
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Express Braintree by IHG
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

B&B HOTEL Ipswich
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025