Museums & places of interest

Climb 93 steps to the top of St Albans Clock Tower for wonderful views across the city, including the Cathedral, the remains of Roman Verulamium and the surrounding Hertfordshire countryside.

Completed by 1405, the Clock Tower is the only surviving medieval town belfry in England. It was built as a symbol of the townspeople's independence from the powerful Abbey and allowed them to sound... Read more

A working flour mill museum with four floors to explore. Organic stoneground flour available. Onsite bakery produces artisan breads and cakes. Crossley HD11 oil engine runs on Sunday
afternoons. Idyllic location with superb walks around the mill.
Mill and bakery open Saturday mornings from 9am - 1pm. Mill museum also open on Sunday afternoons from 1pm - 4.30pm.

Explore the remains of the walls that once protected Verulamium, one of Roman Britain's largest towns. Built in the late third century, the walls originally stretched for around two miles.

The surviving sections can be discovered on a walk through Verulamium Park, making this a free and easy way for families to explore local Roman history. Combine your visit with the nearby Roman Theatre,... Read more

Commonly called Sopwell Nunnery, the ruins here are actually those of Lee Hall.

Sopwell Nunnery was founded on this site in 1140 but the atmospheric ruins that are visible today are the remains of a mansion belonging to an adviser of Henry VIII.

In 1540, after the Dissolution of the Monasteries, Henry VIII granted the land to Sir Richard Lee, a soldier, engineer and member... Read more

St Albans Cathedral is a great place to visit for the whole family - whatever the weather! From the longest nave in England and an extensive collection of medieval wall paintings, to an exciting programme of activities and events and a brand new interactive exhibition with artefacts, audio visuals and an exciting digital tour of the Cathedral. There are lots to do for young visitors. Visit the exhibition area for a chance to dress up as a king, bishop or Roman soldier, play with fun interactive screens, and have a go at brass rubbing. Or pick up one of our Young Explorer Guides to explore the Cathedral in an exciting, new way. After your visit, why not visit the Cathedral Shop and Abbots Kitchen Café in our brand new Welcome Centre, where you can pick up the perfect souvenir and enjoy delicious tea, cakes and lunches.

St Albans Museum + Gallery opened to the public in June 2018 as a world-class centre for arts and culture at the heart of one of Britain's most historic cities. Set over three floors, the state-of-the-art gallery spaces will showcase over 2,000 years of priceless heritage and display contemporary artworks - sharing local, national and world treasures with all. Mon-Sat 10am-5pm. Sun 12-5pm. ... Read more

Open March to November on the 2nd Sunday of each month 3.00 p.m. to 5.15 p.m. Doors open 2.30pm during which time there is a live, continuous musical performance of the various instruments, given with an informal, descriptive commentary. The Organ Theatre contains a unique collection of mechanical (self-playing) musical instruments. Visitors are welcome to attend at any time during the afternoon.... Read more

CHECK THE WEBSITE FOR OPEN DAYS/TIMES. Visit the largest preserved Midland Railway signal box and one of the few preserved boxes open to the public on a mainline railway. Continuous signalling demonstrations, railway videos and slideshow of the restoration, many signalling items on display, including single line 'tablet' machines, and other railway-related exhibits. Working signals, old signs and other exhibits in the garden. No need to book. Light refreshments are available on open days. Entrance is FREE, and donations are always welcome.

St Julian's Church has been at the heart of the Cottonmill community since the 1950s, offering a welcoming and flexible space for worship, local groups, meetings and celebrations. It forms one united parish with St Stephen's Church on Watling Street, with the two congregations regularly meeting and working together.

St Stephen's is one of St Albans' three ancient pilgrim churches. Founded... Read more

St Peter's Church is a historic and welcoming church close to St Albans city centre. People are believed to have worshipped on the site for more than 1,000 years, with the original church traditionally dated to AD 948. Visitors can explore its history through a self-guided QR-code tour and discover features including beautiful stained-glass windows, a rose window and the impressive Mander pipe organ.... Read more