Location: Twickenham
Top Things to do in Twickenham
Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Twickenham, England
Twickenham is a suburban area and town in Greater London, lying on the River Thames 10.2 miles west-southwest of the centre of London. It has an extensive town centre and is famous as being the home of rugby union, with hundreds of thousands of spectators visiting Twickenham Stadium, the world's largest rugby stadium, each year. The historic riverside area is famous for its network of 18th-century buildings and pleasure grounds, many of which survive intact. This area has three grand period mansions with public access: York House, Marble Hill and Strawberry Hill House. Another has been lost, that belonging to 18th-century aphoristic poet Alexander Pope. Among these is the Neo-Gothic prototype home of Horace Walpole which has given its name to a whole district, Strawberry Hill, and is linked with the oldest Roman Catholic university in the country, St Mary's University, Twickenham.
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1. Twickenham Stadium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,841 reviews
Twickenham Stadium is the home of England Rugby and the largest dedicated rugby union venue in the world, seating up to 82,000 people. The stadium is a destination for fans around the world to experience the action on the pitch on a match day, dance to some of the biggest stars in music, re-live the history of a stadium tour, visit the newly housed World Rugby Museum, host a fantastic event or take a trip to the Rugby Store. Why not visit the stadium on a behind the scenes tour and World Rugby Museum visit.
Reviewed By Global680473
Had a a great time here. every thing is well organised plenty of food and drink and a great atmosphere... Great street stalls from the station to the stadium
2. Orleans House Gallery
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4.5 based on 58 reviews
Stroll along a peaceful riverside road into secluded woodland gardens, to find a stunning 18th century interior design - and the principal art gallery for the borough of Richmond upon Thames. Orleans House has a rich and vibrant history, from the baroque Octagon room, which was designed by renowned architect James Gibbs, to a main gallery which hosts five temporary exhibitions each year - ranging from the historical to the contemporary.
Reviewed By futtock21 - London, United Kingdom
If anything it’s even better after lockdown. The last time I visited the gallery at least eighteen months ago it felt a little unloved. It has since been beautifully refurbished adding a ground floor entrance lobby and a research room on the second floor with displays of objects associated with the 19th century explorer Sir Richard Burton. There’s nothing like a lick of white paint and the cleaning of the parquet flooring to liven up the ground floor gallery and first floor balcony where there is currently an exhibition of contemporary paintings and sculpture inspired by works in the Borough’s collection. The one-way system allows visitors to pass through the splendid Octagon Room a:deservedly popular venue for wedding receptions as well as visit the adjoining Stables Gallery (and cafe with outdoor seating) currently exhibiting works curated by Richmond Borough Mind around the subject of mental health.
3. Strawberry Hill House & Garden
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4.5 based on 450 reviews
Discover Strawberry Hill House, Horace Walpole’s magnificent 18th century ’little gothic castle’. Set back from the River Thames in Twickenham, it has captivated visitors for over 250 years. This enchanting House & Garden inspired Walpole to write the first ever gothic novel, ‘The Castle of Otranto’ and today, is internationally famous as Britain’s finest example of domestic Georgian Gothic revival architecture.
Reviewed By DGarethOwen - Edinburgh, United Kingdom
This is a fascinating house to visit with its unusual neo-gothic features which must be some of the earliest u its kindi in England (it prefigured the 19th century gothic revival). Unfortunately many of the original artworks were sold off in 1984. However about 150 items were returned for display in their original positions in the house for an exhibition between Oct 18 to feb 19. There is an excellent free app giving a virtual tour of this exhibition (lost treasures of strawberry hill house). There were volunteers in each room which gave excellent explanations of the major features of interest. Note that there is a 50% entrance fee reduction for National Trust members and other similar organisations. I particularly enjoyed the magnificent gallery (see photo).
4. Saint Mary's
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4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By richardbP7822SC - London, United Kingdom
Beautiful church with stunning Georgian interiors and a history that involves the famous Alexander Pope.
5. Twickenham Stoop
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4.5 based on 110 reviews
Reviewed By 531PaulC - Deddington, United Kingdom
i came here with my son and his girlfriend to watch the legends match. A thoroughly enjoyable game and as always the stadium and it facilities are excellent as always, just a shame about the result .. On top of this my sons girlfriend seems to have become a rugby convert especially after getting her photograph taken with a few of the legends.
6. York House Gardens
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4.5 based on 146 reviews
Reviewed By BeechBaron55 - Twickenham, United Kingdom
The Carara marble statues of the Oceanides or Sea Nymphs of Greek mythology amidst the fountains are a MUST whenever taking a walk along the riverside at Twickenham. There is an information board nearby giving a detailed history of this outstanding creation. The extensive York House Gardens are hidden behind hedges and are a tranquil place to relax. In the summer the Richmond Shakespeare Society give excellent outdoor performances here with the “Naked Ladies” as a dramatic backdrop. A local craft ale, named “Naked Ladies” is delicious and can be found on tap in The Fox pub in Church Street, and occasionally the bottled beer is available in the local shops.
7. Marble Hill House
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4.0 based on 90 reviews
Reviewed By Diyana_cappy - London, United Kingdom
We liked the guided tour and we learnt a lot about the house and remarkable Henrietta Howard, who was a mistress of King George II. Recommend it.
8. Eel Pie Island
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4.0 based on 37 reviews
Reviewed By 484YvonneB
We cross the bridge, walked down the road, and viewed the different homes in the island. Many of them belonged to artist who had their studios open for people to visit and buy their art. At the end of the lane was the social club, where you could get something to eat and drink, while you relax and watched the boats sailing by on the Thames
9. St Stephen's Church
10. All Saints Church, Campbell Road
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