Places to visit in Norfolk

As well as a number of stunning gardens and houses, its golden sandy beaches, coastal nature reserves and an abundance of wildlife mean Norfolk really does have it all.

Family walking dogs — Enjoy walking your dog in the woodland

Which places are open and what you need to know before you visit

We’ve opened more than 130 gardens and parks in England, Wales and Northern Ireland through advanced booking. Tickets are released on Friday for the following week. More than 200 coast and countryside car parks are open across England, Wales and Northern Ireland. Read this article to find out what's open and what to expect from your visit.

How to book your visit

View across the Parterre towards Blickling Hall — Summertime in the garden at Blickling

Blickling Estate

As well as a fascinating house to discover, the gardens and historic parkland are perfect for a relaxing stroll under Norfolk's big skies.

Visit Blickling

Dovecot at Felbrigg seen through the arch — The walled garden at Felbrigg

Felbrigg Hall

Felbrigg Hall, where every room has something to feed the imagination, and outdoors the productive walled garden is a gardener’s delight and inspiration for all. There's plenty of walks to choose from around the estate too.

Visit Felbrigg

Horsey Windpump with cows in the foreground — An icon of the Norfolk Broads

Horsey Windpump

After extensive restoration work, this landmark is once again standing proud in the Norfolk Broads. Admire its beauty and explore the wider Estate, which is now a haven for wildlife.

Visit Horsey Windpump

Brancaster Beach — Golden sands of Brancaster beach in Norfolk

Norfolk Coast

One of the largest expanses of unspoilt coastline in the country. Venture along the Norfolk Coast, with its sandy beaches at Brancaster to the seal colony at Blakeney Point.

Norfolk Coast

May dawn mist morning — Oxburgh Hall on a misty morning

Oxburgh Hall

Oxburgh Hall often leaves a lasting impression. Step inside the home of the Bedingfeld family (who still live there today) and follow our story as we embark on an ambitious project to restore Oxburgh Hall to its former glory.

Visit Oxburgh

Couple walking their dog on the main drive at Sheringham — The Wild Garden at Sheringham Park is full of floral interest

Sheringham Park

Wander through Sheringham Park and you'll soon realise why this place became the personal favourite of its designer, Humphry Repton. Climb a viewing tower for breathtaking views above the tree-tops and out to sea.

Visit Sheringham Park

A dog walker on Incleborough Hill — One man and his dog went to Incleborough Hill

West Runton

This is the perfect place for a breezy walk up and down the hills of north Norfolk. Whatever the weather your walk will be rewarding.

Visit West Runton