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Welcome to Visit Preston, the official tourism website for Preston, Lancashire. Here you can find inspiration for your visit to the city and its surrounding areas, including things to see and do and what's on, all in one handy location.

Getting here   About Preston

Shop, Eat, Discover Preston

Fishergate high street and shoppers

Shopping

Find a fantastic mix of big brands, brilliant boutiques and independent shops.
Young couple enjoying coffee and cake at a cafe in Preston

Food and Drink

Discover incredible independents, treat yourself to fine dining and enjoy a thriving café culture.
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Art and Culture

Immerse yourself in the city's vibrant cultural and creative scene.

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  • Fishergate high street and shoppers

    Shopping

    Find a fantastic mix of big brands, brilliant boutiques and independent shops.
  • Young couple enjoying coffee and cake at a cafe in Preston

    Food and Drink

    Discover incredible independents, treat yourself to fine dining and enjoy a thriving café culture.
  • Banner: violinists performing at The Harris

    Art and Culture

    Immerse yourself in the city's vibrant cultural and creative scene.

Latest blogs

Insider information to inspire your next trip to Preston.
Radio 2 in the Park 2024 highlights Visit Preston catches up with Jo Whiley at Radio 2 in the Park Preston ready to welcome BBC Radio 2 in the Park BBC Radio 2 in the Park - Things you need to know
Radio 2 Big Wheel

Radio 2 in the Park 2024 highlights

12 September 2024: highlights in images of an incredible weekend of music at Moor Park.
See more (Link to Radio 2 in the Park 2024 highlights)
Jo Whiley at Radio 2 in the Park

Visit Preston catches up with Jo Whiley at Radio 2 in the Park

10 September 2024: we caught up with the iconic presenter at Radio 2 in the Park for a quick chat about music and her time in Preston.
See more (Link to Visit Preston catches up with Jo Whiley at Radio 2 in the Park)
Preston City Council staff in front of Radio 2 in the Park sign

Preston ready to welcome BBC Radio 2 in the Park

5 September 2024: Preston is gearing up for an unforgettable weekend as it prepares to host BBC Radio 2 in the Park from Friday 6 September to Sunday 8 September at the historic Moor Park.
See more (Link to Preston ready to welcome BBC Radio 2 in the Park)
Richie Anderson holidng Radio 2 in the Park sign

BBC Radio 2 in the Park - Things you need to know

30 August 2024: If you are joining us in Preston for Radio 2 in the Park, we've pulled together some need-to-know information over the weekend.
See more (Link to BBC Radio 2 in the Park - Things you need to know )
Radio 2 in the Park 2024 highlights Radio 2 in the Park 2024 highlights
Radio 2 Big Wheel

Radio 2 in the Park 2024 highlights

12 September 2024: highlights in images of an incredible weekend of music at Moor Park.
See more (Link to Radio 2 in the Park 2024 highlights)
Visit Preston catches up with Jo Whiley at Radio 2 in the Park Visit Preston catches up with Jo Whiley at Radio 2 in the Park
Jo Whiley at Radio 2 in the Park

Visit Preston catches up with Jo Whiley at Radio 2 in the Park

10 September 2024: we caught up with the iconic presenter at Radio 2 in the Park for a quick chat about music and her time in Preston.
See more (Link to Visit Preston catches up with Jo Whiley at Radio 2 in the Park)
Preston ready to welcome BBC Radio 2 in the Park Preston ready to welcome BBC Radio 2 in the Park
Preston City Council staff in front of Radio 2 in the Park sign

Preston ready to welcome BBC Radio 2 in the Park

5 September 2024: Preston is gearing up for an unforgettable weekend as it prepares to host BBC Radio 2 in the Park from Friday 6 September to Sunday 8 September at the historic Moor Park.
See more (Link to Preston ready to welcome BBC Radio 2 in the Park)
BBC Radio 2 in the Park - Things you need to know BBC Radio 2 in the Park - Things you need to know
Richie Anderson holidng Radio 2 in the Park sign

BBC Radio 2 in the Park - Things you need to know

30 August 2024: If you are joining us in Preston for Radio 2 in the Park, we've pulled together some need-to-know information over the weekend.
See more (Link to BBC Radio 2 in the Park - Things you need to know )

Featured events

Key events happening in and around the city.
WILD performers

Encounter Festival 2024

Performances, inspiring arts and impressive music across the City Centre
An old image of a street in Preston

Preston Heritage Open Days

Discover Preston's history and explore hidden places and stories.
Ruff Trade at Turtle Bay

Ruff Trade at Turtle Bay

Chew's Yard Vintage Market

Chew's Yard Vintage Market

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