Things to Do in Glastonbury
43 curated spots from Glastonbury itineraries
Activities & Attractions
23 curated experiences
Glastonbury Abbey
Wander the romantic ruins, explore the orchard and tree-filled grounds, and let the kids run on the lawns while you read about King Arthur and the abbey’s legends.
2h · $35 family ticket approx
Chalice Well Gardens
Spend a slow afternoon in the lush, terraced gardens around the red-iron spring, with shaded benches, small pools, and quiet lawns perfect for reflection.
2h 30m · $10
Glastonbury High Street Stroll
Wander the main street’s crystal shops, bookshops, and quirky boutiques; let kids hunt for dragons, fairies, and Arthurian souvenirs.
1h 30m · Free (shopping extra)
Chalice Well & Gardens
Enter a lush, enclosed garden wrapped around the famed red spring, with terraced lawns, pools, and flower beds surrounded by dense greenery. Sit by the wellhead, dip your hands in the flowing water, and find secluded benches under trees for a quiet moment together.
2h · $12
Glastonbury Tor
Climb for the sweeping views over the levels and the famous tower silhouette; go at an easy pace and treat it like a scenic walk, not a workout.
2h · Free
Glastonbury Tor Hike
Walk up the hillside from Wellhouse Lane or one of the signposted paths to the tower on top; take your time, enjoy sheep in the fields, and linger at the summit for panoramic views.
2h · Free
Couple’s Reflection Time at Chalice Well (Revisit)
Revisit Chalice Well just to sit in your favorite corner, journal, or talk about the trip and future plans.
1h 30m · May be free with multi-day ticket or small fee
Glastonbury Goddess Temple & Courtyard
Visit the Goddess Temple area (respectfully and briefly) and then relax in the small, greenery-filled courtyard spaces nearby.
1h · Donation-based / small fee
Glastonbury High Street Orientation Stroll
Slow walk along the main street to get your bearings: browse crystal and book shops, pick up a local map, and note where buses and ATMs are.
1h · Free
Glastonbury High Street Orientation Walk
Stroll up and down the High Street, peeking into crystal shops, bookshops, and small arcades; use this time to locate your hotel, main bus stops, grocery shops and the meeting point at St John the Baptist’s Church.
1h · Free
Glastonbury Tor (Morning Hike)
Walk up the grassy hill path to St Michael’s Tower; move slowly, enjoy the sheep-dotted fields, and take in panoramic views of the Somerset Levels.
2h · Free
Glastonbury Tor Ascent
Climb the hill via the main path from Wellhouse Lane, pausing at viewpoints and exploring side tracks through grasses and hedges.
2h · Free
Library of Avalon & Bookshop Browsing
Explore the esoteric Library of Avalon and nearby bookshops full of Arthurian legends, mythology, and kids’ fantasy books.
1h · Free (donations appreciated, books extra)
Night Photography Around St John’s Church
Take a few photos of the softly lit church and quiet streets before heading to bed.
45m · Free
Quiet Reflection at St. Margaret’s Chapel & Magdalene Almshouses
Revisit this small, hidden chapel and its tiny garden in the evening if you haven’t had quiet time there; sit on a bench among flowers and vines.
45m · Free (donation welcome)
Somerset Levels & Footpaths Near the Tor
Use public footpaths leading out from the base of the Tor to wander through flat, marshy fields, hedgerows and green lanes; keep an eye out for birds and wide-sky photos.
2h · Free
Somerset Rural Life Museum
Explore traditional farm buildings, old wagons, and exhibits on rural life, with an outdoor area and views back to the Tor.
1h 30m · $20 family ticket approx
St. John the Baptist’s Church & Churchyard
Step inside the parish church that is also your main meeting point for tours; take a quiet moment in the church and walk the small, green churchyard around it.
45m · Free (donation appreciated)
Sunset Pause Near the Tor
Find a quiet field edge or low viewpoint (without re-climbing fully) to watch the light change over the Somerset Levels.
1h · Free
Tor Fieldside Wander
After descending, take a gentle meander along the lower field paths near the Tor, staying on marked tracks and enjoying hedgerows and birdsong.
45m · Free
Wells Cathedral & Green
Admire the cathedral’s intricate façade, explore the cloisters, and relax on the green while the kids run around.
2h · Free (donation suggested)
White Spring
Step into this atmospheric sacred spring space for a quiet, reflective visit after the hill and gardens.
45m · Donation suggested / Free
White Spring (Wellhouse Lane)
Peek into the dark, candlelit spring sanctuary opposite Chalice Well; dress modestly and be prepared for a very alternative, spiritual atmosphere.
30m · Donation-based or FreeRestaurants & Food
20 local favorites
Hundred Monkeys Café
Bright, plant-filled café using local ingredients; choose vegetarian or fish dishes such as veggie mezze plates, seasonal soups, or grilled fish if you accept non-halal seafood, and avoid meat dishes.
1h · $20-30 per person
Earthfare Café
Wholefood café inside the Earthfare health food shop with a cozy, plant-filled feel and big windows over the street. Halal-friendly options: vegetarian and vegan dishes such as porridge with fruit, vegan cooked breakfast, veggie sandwiches, soups, salads, and cakes (all meat-free, so no cross-issue with pork/bacon).
1h · $12-20 per person
Rainbow’s End Café
Vegetarian courtyard café tucked behind the High Street with ivy-draped walls, potted plants, and a small, garden-jungle feel. Halal-friendly options: all-vegetarian menu including quiches, veggie lasagna, salads, soups, baked potatoes, and homemade cakes; order any vegetarian/vegan main and dessert.
1h 15m · $15-25 per personRainbows End Café
Well-known vegetarian café with a leafy garden; choose from vegetarian lasagnes, quiches, salads, and soups, all naturally halal-friendly.
1h · $15-25 per person
The Blue Note Café
Cozy vegetarian café; stick to vegetarian burgers, vegetable quiches, salads and soups (no meat on the menu, and you can ask about any alcohol in sauces if unsure).
1h · $15-25 per personThe Blue Note Cafe
Keep it simple with eggs, vegetarian breakfast items, toast, and hot drinks; halal-friendly options are the meat-free dishes.
1h · £8-£15 per person
The Hundred Monkeys Café
Creative café with lots of plant-based dishes and rustic wood decor; stick to vegetarian mains like veggie burgers, soups, salads, and cakes, and confirm no alcohol or animal stock is used in your choices.
1h · $15-22 per person
Abbey Tea Rooms (or Similar Garden Café)
Look for a garden-style tea room close to the Abbey. For halal: choose vegetarian breakfast items, scones with jam and cream, toast, and tea or coffee; avoid meat items and check that any pastries are free from animal fat/gelatin.
1h · $10-18 per personAbbey Tea Rooms (Vegetarian Breakfast Focus)
Traditional tearoom close to the Abbey; order vegetarian breakfasts like eggs on toast, porridge, and scones with jam, avoiding sausages or bacon.
1h · $15-20 per person
Bistro at The King Arthur
Small, cozy bistro attached to the King Arthur pub. For halal: focus on clearly vegetarian mains or fish dishes (if offered); confirm no alcohol in sauces and avoid meat as it will not be halal.
1h 15m · $22-38 per person
Bocabar at The Red Brick Building
Arts-space restaurant with a slightly wild, plant-filled interior; order vegetarian pizzas (ask for no alcohol-based sauces), vegetarian tapas, and salads and avoid meat options.
1h 30m · $20-35 per person
Burns the Bread (final visit)
Enjoy one last round of vegetarian pastries or bread with jam before you pack up.
30m · $8-15 per personBurns the Bread (Glastonbury High Street Branch)
Local bakery on High Street for a simple, stress-free start; go for vegetarian cheese & onion pasties, plain/cheese rolls, or sweet pastries (avoid meat items as they are not halal).
30m · $6-12 per personBurns the Bread (Glastonbury)
Local bakery with fresh breads and pastries. For halal: stick to vegetarian items like plain or cheese pastries, bread rolls, and sweet buns; avoid anything with meat or gelatin and confirm ingredients if unsure.
30m · $6-12 per personBurns the Bread (grab-and-go)
Pick up vegetarian pastries and breads to eat on the move before your excursion.
20m · $8-15 per personBurns the Bread (High Street branch)
Local bakery with pastries, breads, and simple sandwiches; choose cheese, egg, vegetable, or plain sweet pastries and avoid meat fillings.
30m · $8-15 per personBurns the Bread (Takeaway Breakfast)
Grab simple vegetarian baked goods like cheese pasties, vegetable pastries, or sweet buns; avoid meat pies and anything with lard, and confirm veggie options are cooked in veg oil or butter.
30m · $6-10 per personBurns the Bread (Takeaway Picnic Treats)
Local bakery on the High Street with a big selection of breads, rolls, and pastries. Halal-friendly options: stick to clearly vegetarian/cheese pastries and plain or seeded breads (no meat fillings); these are perfect to take away for breakfast or a picnic at the Abbey grounds, Tor hillside, or Wearyall Hill.
30m · $6-12 per personBurns the Bread (Vegetarian/Fish Picks)
Local bakery chain with a branch near the High Street; pick up cheese and salad sandwiches, vegetarian pasties, or plain baked goods, avoiding meat fillings and asking to skip any pork or gelatine-based items.
45m · $10-15 per person
Earthfare
Choose the vegetarian lunches, soup, salads, or grain bowls; halal-friendly options are the meat-free dishes, which are straightforward and easy to order.
1h · £10-£18 per personMore on Glastonbury
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