<\/span><\/a>. Alternatively, sit back and relax in a horse-drawn carriage or open-top bus and admire the views.<\/p>\nIf you\u2019re looking for outdoor activities then you\u2019ll find plenty of things to do in Windsor. There are many walking trails and cycle paths, and the area is popular for horse riding, with local riding schools offering lessons. If golf is your game, the area has some wonderful courses nearby, while Bray Lake Watersports offers paddle-boarding, windsurfing, kayaking and sailing. Fancy a flutter? Then head to the Royal Windsor Racecourse, which is set in a picturesque location on the banks of the Thames. Soak up the exciting atmosphere of flat racing from April to October and its famous Monday night race meetings during the summer months.<\/p>\n
Stylish shopping<\/h5>\n
Windsor is a wonderful place for a spot of retail therapy. Its centre is compact and full of high-quality outlets. The Windsor Royal Shopping Centre is set in a Grade II-listed Victorian railway station and is home to upmarket brands such as Aquascutum and Jaeger. Head to King Edward Court Shopping Centre for high-street brands and wander down Peascod Street for great charity shops and vintage stores. The area by the castle is jam-packed with specialist outlets selling everything from local jewellery to Moorcroft pottery, while across the river in Eton you\u2019ll find galleries, antique shops and a great selection of independent retailers.<\/p>\n
Food and drink<\/h5>\n
With a fantastic cafe culture and a superb selection of restaurants, Windsor offers a wide range of options to suit every occasion. You\u2019ll find modern French at A la Russe, contemporary Mediterranean and Moroccan cuisine at Meimo, and traditional wood-fired pizza at Sebastian\u2019s Italian. For al fresco dining, head to The Boatman, where you can enjoy traditional English food with a modern twist on the riverside terrace overlooking the Thames.<\/p>\n
Across the river in Eton is Flaming Cow, which serves fabulous burgers, ribs and hot dogs. The kids\u2019 menu makes it a great choice for families. Windsor also has an impressive selection of international restaurants serving everything from Japanese and Thai to Indian and Mexican.<\/p>\n
Just outside the town in the nearby village of Bray, you\u2019ll find two three-Michelin starred restaurants: the Roux brothers\u2019 legendary The Waterside Inn and Heston Blumenthal\u2019s world-renowned The Fat Duck. Blumenthal also runs the Hinds Head pub in the village. Booking is advised!<\/p>\n
Nightlife<\/h5>\n
After a hard day\u2019s sightseeing, why not relax in one of Windsor\u2019s traditional pubs or stylish bars. The Two Brewers is a cosy 17th-century pub located near the entrance to the Long Walk and is a favourite with locals, while The Duchess of Cambridge sits opposite Windsor Castle and serves traditional ales, cocktails and a large selection of continental lagers. The Boatman is the town\u2019s only riverside pub and its outdoor terrace is a great place to unwind on a sunny afternoon.<\/p>\n
If you are looking for some evening entertainment, then head for the elegant Theatre Royal. This beautiful Edwardian theatre opened in 1910 and boasts the acclaimed Bill Kenwright as its producer. The theatre\u2019s varied programme of events ranges from the classics to dance, music and pantomime, and many of its shows debut here before transferring to the West End. You\u2019ll also find great comedy, music, theatre, dance and film at The Firestation Centre for Arts and Culture, and live music from Wednesday through to Sunday at The Old Ticket Hall.<\/p>\n
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