Location: St. Albans
Top Things to do in St. Albans
What to do and see in St. Albans, England: The Best Hidden Gems Things to do
St Albans /sənt ˈɔːlbənz/, /seɪn ... / is a city in Hertfordshire, England, and the major urban area in the City and District of St Albans. It lies east of Hemel Hempstead and west of Hatfield, about 20 miles (32 km) north-northwest of central London, 8 miles (13 km) southwest of Welwyn Garden City and 11 miles (18 km) south-southeast of Luton. St Albans was the first major town on the old Roman road of Watling Street for travellers heading north, and it became the Roman city of Verulamium. It is a historic market town and is now a dormitory town within the London commuter belt and the Greater London Built-up Area.
Restaurants in St. Albans
1. De Havilland Aircraft Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 432 reviews
The UK’s oldest aviation museum dedicated to the preservation of the de Havilland aviation heritage. We are currently closed due to the pandemic. We plan to re-open on the 18th May 2021 government guidelines allowing.
Reviewed By biertonscout1 - Aylesbury, United Kingdom
Wifey & I visited the museum as we’d not been fir several years and also wifey has been in lock down and it was one if the few places we could get tickets for ! We were greeted at the gate by one if the volunteers who, when we shower wifey was disabled, told us the best place to park. We’d booked online the night before but needn’t have as it was sadly very quiet.... Our details were taken at the door by another volunteer who explained their COVID precautions and we entered. The friendly young guy at the desk checked our booking, gave us a guide an warmly welcomed us in. The operate a one way system and require masks in the hangars but not outside. There’s hand sanitizer at every entrance and exit. There are numerous knowledgeable guides around all the exhibits who are more than happy to explain what you are looking at and some if the history. This is very definitely a “men in sheds” type museum BUT they are preserving the name DeHavilland and its rich history and relationship with the surrounding area. Wifey and I will DEFINITELY be back and I aim to take out a membership later in the year. All in all a lovely little museum, nicely stocked shop and tea room, Uber friendly volunteers and spotlessly clean and immaculately kept.
2. Redbournbury Watermill and Bakery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 140 reviews
An eighteenth century working watermill museum and bakery. The mill produces organic stoneground flour and artisan loaves are handmade in the bakery. The majority of our organic grain is grown on a neighbouring farm giving our flour and bread the lowest "food-miles". There are four floors of the mill to explore and the mill's Crossley HD11 oil engine normally runs on Sunday afternoons.
Reviewed By babababybel - Toulouse, France
- the environment is amazing, old mill and bakery in the countryside - the course is great, varied. We benefit from the advice of an experienced baker - we made 9 different recipes and took everything home, wont go hungry for a while!! - organisation was exemplary, good communication, emails to prepare us and follow up I recommend 100%
3. Heartwood Forest
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 207 reviews
Reviewed By B1934WDchrisb - St. Albans, United Kingdom
I’ve been here many times as I don’t live far away. It’s a magical place for a walk, particularly with young kids. Great picnic spot when the sun is out and wonderful when the bluebells are in season.
4. Suckerpunch St Albans
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 117 reviews
Serving delicious cocktails directly to your table, we aim to make every visit with us unforgettable for all the right reasons. Relax & unwind with nothing but blasters playing in the background & proper table service. Classic cocktails are 'our thing' but we'll happily go one further for you & create something bespoke ...just ask!
Reviewed By az_1982uk - London, United Kingdom
What a great find! Loved the atmosphere we wanted somewhere a bit more sophisticated and catered for an older crowd and this is what we got. The cocktails are amazing, the staff were fantastic, friendly and attentive. The music was excellent with all genres playing. We liked the fact that you pre book to get seats. Will definitely be back!
5. The Elephant and Castle
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 127 reviews
Welcome to the Elephant & Castle in leafy Amwell. This stunning 18th century pub has wonderful character and picturesque views. With huge amounts of space in our two gardens, wild flower area, kids play frame and hidden secrets to explore; we have plenty for everyone. Here at the Elephant & Castle we have a delicious new locally sourced food menu and exciting wine, gin, whisky and rum menus to tantalise your taste buds. We can’t wait to welcome you…
Reviewed By wilster33
Wonderful pub with friendly staff, a fab playground and castle for the kids and a huge beer garden. Table service and easy to stick to social distancing. Great food and beers from the brewery that owns the pub. We love it! There’s been a slightly odd smell recently but sure they’re on it! Highly recommend.
6. White Hart Tap
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 94 reviews
Reviewed By katherineb849 - St. Albans, United Kingdom
We had a fantastic Burns Night. 3 courses for £ 18.95. Cullen skink( a smoked haddock broth) and one of their legendary scotch eggs to start, Haggis, neeps and tatties for main with sticky toffee pudding. As good as any of the best restaurants in town. A good selection of well kept beer and small but well chosen wine list.
