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Chichester attractions, local Chichester attractions, West Sussex England
Like nearby Bignor Roman Villa, Fishbourne Roman Palace is a fascinating place, particularly for those with a keen interest in the Romans. Here you’ll see what remains of a Roman palatial building that includes courtyards and amazingly well preserved mosaic floors. There’s also a collection of other finds from when the area was excavated.
Chichester Cathedral is an essential part of any visit to this area, with its wonderfully ornate architecture, Romanesque stone carvings and the shrine of St Richard. The cathedral dates back to 1075 and illustrates a variety of different styles. For the best atmosphere it a good idea to visit during Evensong when you can hear the talented choir sing, filling the building with music.
Built around 1712 the Pallant House is an elegant example of late Queen Anne architecture and worthy of a visit in its own right. However, the real attraction here is the numerous works of modern art that are proudly housed here. Works from artists as varied as Lucien Freud, Peter Blake and Pablo Picasso can all be seen, as well as a selection of interesting temporary exhibitions.
When visiting Chichester a trip down to the harbour at Itchenor is a must, but for the ultimate experience why not take a boat out for the day to explore the local area from the sea. Chichester Harbour Water Tours take visitors out around the coast and with detailed commentary explain the historic significance of different area and point out the local wildlife that can be seen.
The Festival Theatre in Chichester was opened in 1962 with Laurence Olivier as its first director. Ever since the theatre has been running high profile and extremely successful productions, many of which appear first at Chichester before transferring to London’s West End. A look at their website outlines forthcoming productions that you can book up for in advance.
