Dutch Quarter
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 East Bergholt when you take a trip to Flatford Mill. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.
Mercury Theatre
Enjoy a play, a musical performance or some hilarious comedy at Colchester’s premier performing arts venue, which also has a children’s program.
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
Room was clean and comfortable. Staff were helpful and friendly. I didnt eat at tge hotel so cant comment
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Ryegate House Colchester
The Essex Golf and Country Club
Relaxing
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester
Nice clean room, bathroom was above average, breakfast was below average but the evening meal was way above average well cooked, i went for a meal on the Indian menu.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
St Nicholas Hotel
Hotel is directly opposite where you check in, which is The George pub. No staff being readily available in the building was a little inconvenient as we had a few confusing moments with the room temperature and couldn’t change it. Also, tv remote was broken so was difficult to navigate using it, ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
B&B HOTEL Ipswich
Great value for money and great proximity to town
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
