Historical attractions
History enthusiasts will love Welwyn Roman Baths, a fascinating archaeological site and museum, with lots of fun activities for the kids such as spice grinding and dressing up.
Beautiful gardens
Discover Cheslyn House and Gardens, Watford's 'hidden gem'. Free to visit, spend a few hours strolling round the beautiful gardens and woodland, or watching the birds in the aviary. Visit Cassiobury Park Nature Reserve, 27 hectares of parkland, scrubland and grassland - a great place for bird and bat watching.
Family fun
Become a wizard for a day with the WB Studio Tour, an absolute must for fans of Harry Potter. See authentic sets, costumes and props that were used to make the movie franchise. Spend the day at Knebworth House. Famous for music concerts, it also offers a fantastic day out, with lots of activities for the kids including an adventure playground, maze, and dinosaur trail. Looking for a cheap hotel in Abbots Langley? Travelodge Watford Central provides easy access to the M1 or Travelodge Hemel Hempstead is a great base from which to Whipsnade Zoo and St Albans.