Places To Visit

Founded in 1878. the club turned professional in 1936 and Ipswich Town Football Club (ITFC) was elected to join the football league in 1938.

DanceEast is one of the UK’s leading dance organisations, and the home of dance in the East of England. Our vision is a world where everyone can benefit from the vital and life-enhancing power of da…

At the Buttermarket Shopping Centre in Ipswich you will find places to dine, socialise and shop as well as an underground car park and gym!

Just a stone’s throw from the town centre, in the late 1960s and early 70s this venue hosted rock legends Led Zeppelin, The Hollies, Rod Stewart and The Move. In 2021, The Baths re-opened as a live…

From the stage to the big-screen, make sure you get the best seats in the house for your favourite big screen experience at Cineworld in Cardinal Park, Ipswich.

Christchurch Park is Ipswich’s oldest public park, opening in 1895, but was the site of an Augustinian priory as far back as the 12th Century.

If you’re after a great night out, Ipswich Regent Theatre is one of the largest entertainment venues in the region, welcoming hundreds of thousands of visitors to watch touring shows each year.

Christchurch Mansion is a free to explore stunning 15th-Century Manor House in Christchurch Park, just a short walk from Ipswich town centre.

This green space with children’s play area is right next to Ipswich Town Football stadium, home to Ipswich Town FC.

Chantry Park is a 50 hectare park on the western outskirts of the town centre. It has been a public park since 1928, and within the grounds sits a 17th Century country house.

One of Ipswich’s most important historic structures, the Unitarian Meeting House was built in 1699 and opened in 1700 by John Fairfax, with much of the building’s original structure and character rema…

The Ipswich Institute provides lending library facilities and an extensive programme of leisure learning courses, talks and trips to over 2,000 members. We are also home to the Ipswich Tourist Guides…

Go on a journey through Suffolk’s past from the Iron Age to the Romans and Saxons. This museum gives a fascinating insight into the town and surrounding area’s intriguing past.

Briarbank Brewing Company is the place to go in Ipswich for a unique, microbrewery to bar, beer experience. Take a tour or simply sit back and enjoy an award-winning local craft ale, served in their w…

SPILL is an arts organisation and registered charity based in Ipswich, working with artists and communities to create unusual and memorable art projects across the town.

The Ipswich and Suffolk Club is a private members club that offers its members various social, sporting and dining benefits. It is also available for hire to members and non-members as an ideal venue…

Ipswich Superbowl can be found at the top of the Buttermarket Shopping Centre in the town centre. It’s not just bowling, you can enjoy Ninja Tag Active, Crazy Club and there’s a Sega Prize zone with a…

Alexandra Park sits at the heart of Ipswich, within easy walking distance of the town’s fantastic waterfront. The park plays host to summer events and cultural celebration days.

Pure Gym in the Buttermarket, Ipswich has plenty of kit to choose from, whether you prefer cardio, weightlifting, or functional training – we have it all! We also have loads of fitness classes include…

CHIp Studios is a space for local creatives, where local artists can come together, explore, create and grow.

Ipswich Windrush Society’s ‘The Reflection Room’ is a time capsule exhibition located in Sailmakers Shopping Centre, in the heart of Ipswich town centre.

Norwich Road contains a fantastic array of businesses, ambitious entrepreneurs and passionate community leaders offering a vibrant mix, giving Norwich Road a real buzz.

Who’s hungry? At Chefs’ Whites restaurant, we pride ourselves on being the perfect go-to for every occasion. From Michelin star guest chef extravaganzas to themed evening events or just a quiet l…

Holywells Park is a beautiful community open space with stunning trees and ponds, with a history dating back to medieval times. The park is a County Wildlife Site, a Conservation Area with two listed…

Fore Street Pool has been a part of the Ipswich architecture for over 100 years and is a very popular swimming venue for lane swimming, swimming lessons and school sessions in Ipswich.

Unlock your sense of adventure, by enjoying a challenge with your family or friends at Cluetopia Escape Room in Ipswich.

Try our delicious breakfast, kids and main menus with vegan and vegetarian options, Online and in-store retailer of geek culture merchandise and games, Each store runs an extensive programme of events…

A stylish coffee shop serving contemporary cafe dishes and jamaican coffee.

Suffolk Archives, a Suffolk County Council service, is home to 900 years of Suffolk’s history captured through thousands of documents. We are open for everyone to discover the past through our natio…

The Mayor’s Parlour can be found inside the Town Hall, as well as Moments Coffee Shop plus unique rooms for events, displays, receptions, meetings and civil weddings.