Local Attractions
While there are plenty of great attractions in St Albans, you may be keen to explore the wider area and enjoy things that are beyond the city centre. Thankfully, there are many great tourist attractions, sites and destinations within an easy drive of St Albans. Whether you drive to these attractions yourself or you hire a taxi to take you to and from these great sites, you'll find that moving outside of St Albans will provide you with so much more to see, do and enjoy.
Some of the leading attractions located close to St Albans include:
St Albans Cathedral
Located less than 2 miles from the heart of St Albans; and a very short and affordable taxi ride away is St Albans Cathedral. No visit to St Albans would be complete without a tour of this famous attraction, which remains a stunning building. Whether your focus is on the religious aspect, the historical nature or even just the fact that it remains an integral part of modern day life in St Albans, make sure you visit the Cathedral during your stay in the area.
Warner Bros Studio Tour
This has become one of the most popular destinations in the United Kingdom, let alone close to St Albans, and it is all down to the magic of Harry Potter. This destination is less than 13 miles from St Albans, and you'll find that the journey takes around 15 minutes, so if you don't have a car, a taxi will provide an affordable way for you to enjoy the world-famous tour about the wizard and his friends.
ZSL Whipsnade Zoo
If you and your family are keen to see animals that are well looked after, the ZSL Whispnade Zoo is one of the best settings. This is a zoo that has an excellent reputation for the standard of care and attention it provides to its animals, providing you with the confidence you need when looking for a reliable and reputable zoo. This is located less than 15 miles from the heart of St Albans and a car journey will take less than 40 minutes.
Knebworth House
While many people will be aware of Knebworth House due to the fact that it has hosted some major concerns over the years, including massive shows by the likes of Oasis and Led Zeppelin, the home and gardens offer a lot of attractions and chances to explore. If you want to enjoy the quieter side of life while seeing nature at its finest, Knebworth House is a stunning attraction that is well worth your time. Knebworth House is located around 17 miles from St Albans and is less than 30 minutes away by car.