Best things to do in Harrogate

Harrogate Essentials

Harrogate’s identity as a premier Victorian spa town is reflected in its grand architecture and manicured landscapes. This selection features the 1903 Royal Hall and the Moorish-inspired Royal Baths, alongside the 1919 Bettys Café Tea Rooms. Green spaces like the Grade II listed Valley Gardens and Prospect Square provide a scenic backdrop to the town's cultural hubs, including the Victorian-era Harrogate Theatre and the historic Old Bell pub in the Montpellier Quarter.

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Bettys Café Tea Rooms

Founded in 1919 by Swiss confectioner Frederick Belmont, this tea room features elegant interiors and traditional afternoon tea service.

Royal Baths

This 1897 building features elaborate Moorish-style architecture and tiling. It currently houses a Chinese restaurant within its historic spa halls.

Royal Hall

An Edwardian Grade II* listed concert hall and theatre opened in 1903, designed by architects Robert Edwards and Frank Matcham.

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Harrogate Theatre

Opened in 1900, this Victorian theatre retains many original features and hosts a variety of drama, comedy, and dance performances.

Valley Gardens Pitch & Putt

An 18-hole short course located within the 17-acre Grade II listed Valley Gardens.

Sun Pavilion

An Art Deco pavilion built in 1933, featuring a glass-domed ceiling and views over the Valley Gardens.

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Prospect Square

A central public space home to the town's cenotaph, surrounded by Victorian architecture and landscaped flower beds.

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West Park URC Church

West Park United Reformed Church is located in the West Park area of Harrogate, England, and is a Grade II listed building.

Christchurch

Christ Church, High Harrogate is a parish church in the Church of England located in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, England.

The Old Bell

An 18th-century traditional pub located in the Montpellier Quarter, featuring oak beams and a selection of local cask ales.