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Welcome to Visit Reading, the official tourism site for Reading and the wider Reading region, where you can explore things to do in Reading, find out what's on, and find inspiration of areas to explore when you visit our wonderfully cultural and diverse town.
Try out one of Reading's many attractions, from Medieval abbey ruins to escape rooms; get on the water - the Thames and Kennet flow through the town; explore Reading's parks and gardens or take advantage of one of Reading's many sports and leisure clubs and facilities.
Reading is one of the best-connected towns in the UK, offering lots of travel options and excellent transport links, whether you’re travelling by car, bus, train, coach, bike, on foot – or even on the water!
Reading has a wide range of attractions for all ages and interests. For heritage fans, look no further than Reading's famous Abbey Ruins or dip into the museum collections at Reading Museum or The MERL.
Reading's history and heritage dates back to medieval times and the founding of Reading Abbey by Henry I, who was buried in the Abbey. There's lots to explore from this period of pilgrimage as well as Reading's second coming as an industrial powerhouse in Victorian times.
If you're new to Reading and are planning a visit, take a moment to read through some of the frequently asked questions below for general tourist information in Reading and some useful resources to make your visit easy and stress free.
Reading Town Centre. Reading has one of the most vibrant and walkable urban centres in the whole of the UK – with thriving shopping, a constantly evolving restaurant scene, great places for food and drink, heaps of things to do from attractions, arts and culture, parks and gardens and even on the water activities thanks to its desirable ...
Download Reading's Visitor Map. Download the Kennet & Avon Canal Map. Download Reading's Abbey Quarter Map. Follow us on social media. Make your visit to Reading simple and easy with our maps, brochures and guides, including the Reading town centre pocket map.
Shopping in Reading is vast and varied, from its brand-packed high-street, renowned department stores and award-winning shopping centres, to modest precincts and huge retail parks. Areas to shop in Reading are split between town centre shopping and retail outlets just beyond the town centre.
Reading is a great day trip location. Just 23 minutes from London Paddington Station by train and also on the Elizabeth Line, which is free for TFL Freedom Pass holders. Here’s an example itinerary for a day visit to Reading. Be warned and set your alarm– we’ve packed lots in!
