Explore Reading

There is plenty to explore in and around Reading. Start in Reading town centre, with its walkable highstreets, award-winning attractions, brilliant shopping and scenic Thames Path. Or, venture slightly out of the centre and you'll find a number of vibrant areas to visit in Reading, with plenty of things to do to keep you entertained.

Reading is also perfectly located at the heart of the Great West Way, so if you're visiting as part of a bigger trip, Reading makes a great base to explore the wider Thames Valley, with a huge choice of hotels ranging from budget options through to 5 star luxury.

A waterside town, Reading is quite literally on the water. The River Thames and River Kennet flow right through the centre, with activities such as watersports, boating and riverside dining on offer. 

If you're looking to move to Reading there are lots of areas to explore, from the residential suburbs through to stunning surrounding countryside on every border. Reading's global routes nod to its rich heritage, from international employers to diverse communities, Reading makes a great destination to both live, work and visit.