Ultimate Winchester Travel Guide | Must-See Spots & Local Tips!

1️⃣ Transportation From London: 🚆 Direct train from London Waterloo (≈1 hr). Winchester Station → 10-min walk to city center. 🚗 Drive (≈1.5 hrs). Multiple parking options in town. 2️⃣ Winchester Cathedral ⛪ One of Europe’s longest medieval cathedrals, burial place of Jane Austen (Pride and Prejudice author). Join free guided tours (1 hr) to explore architecture, history, and hidden crypts! ⏰ Time needed: 1-1.5 hrs 💷 Tickets: £12.50 (adult) 🎈 Pro tip: The tour reveals secret stories + underground vaults – don’t miss it! 3️⃣ The Great Hall & King Arthur’s Round Table 🛡️ See the legendary Round Table (yes, that one!) in this 13th-century hall. Dive into medieval royal legends. ⏰ Time needed: 1 hr 💷 Entry: Free (donations appreciated) 4️⃣ Riverside Walk Along the Itchen 🌊 Stroll picturesque paths by one of England’s rare chalk streams. Pass quaint villages, ancient watermills – perfect for photos! 📸 5️⃣ Brunch Spot: Green’s 🥑 🥞 Local favorite! Hearty portions (£11-15 pp), cozy indoor/outdoor seating. 📍 Address: SO23 8RZ 💡 VS Josie’s: Closer to the cathedral – ideal if you’re short on time! 6️⃣ Winchester City Museum 🏺 Traces Winchester’s history from Roman times through artifacts & models. ⏰ Time needed: 45 min 💷 Entry: Free 7️⃣ Cathedral Close Gardens 🌸 Peaceful gardens beside the museum. Perfect post-sightseeing relaxation spot! 📍 Route Suggestion: Cathedral → Great Hall → Itchen Walk → Green’s Brunch → City Museum → Gardens #UKTravel #Winchester #HiddenGemsUK #TravelPhotography #JaneAusten #HistoryLovers #BudgetTravel