If you're looking for a good day out when friends and family come to stay, Surrey has plenty of attractions to choose from.
Wine tours, museums and National Trust sites are just some of the top options to entertain your visitors for the day.
To help you entertain your loved ones, SurreyLive has suggested some tourist hot spots complete with places to eat, right on your doorstep.
For example, explore the beautiful gardens at RHS Wisley before tucking into a scrumptious afternoon tea at the on-site restaurant.
All you need to do is book tickets.
1. Hampton Court Palace Bike Tour
Marvel at the beautiful grounds and royal parks surrounding Hampton Court Palace while you enjoy a leisurely guided bicycle tour.
As part of a group of no more than 14, you'll take in this beautiful scenery, pausing to eat or drink at a local pub before heading to the end of the Long Water, enjoying the unrivalled views of Sir Christopher Wren's baroque architecture.
You'll continue at a relaxed pace along the Thames, all traffic-free, until you arrive at the grand riverside entrance of the palace.
There you'll hear the palace's rich cultural history, stretching back half a century, and you'll be perfectly placed to explore the magnificent building.
There are plenty of pubs and restaurants by the river to refuel.
Price: £25 each. Entry tickets to the palace are separate
Book tickets: Visit Buy A Gift website
Address: Molesey, East Molesey, KT8 9AU
2. Tree Top Adventure at Go Ape
Unleash your inner chimps as you embark on the thrilling Tree Top Adventure at Alice Holt.
Once arrived, you'll be briefed for safety by a trained instructor and kitted out with equipment before taking on a day of unforgettable action.
Test yourself to the limit as you tackle wobbly walkways, tricky crossings and thrilling zip wires.
After the adventure, spend the rest of the afternoon exploring the woodlands and enjoy a picnic.
Price: From £18 per person
Book tickets: Visit the Go Ape website
Address: Farnham, GU10 4LS
3. Afternoon tea and explore RHS Wisley
People come to Wisley for so many reasons - to enjoy and learn about our renowned plant collections, to get advice and inspiration for their own gardens, to take part in workshops and events, to spend time with family and friends, and simply to relax among beautiful surroundings.
You can really spend the whole day exploring especially if you sit down for a relaxing afternoon tea in The Terrace Restaurant.
Afternoon tea is served daily from 3pm-5pm and includes freshly prepared finger sandwiches, sultana scones with butter, cream and jam and a variety of cakes and teas.
Price: Adult entry from £13.05 each and child entry from £6.60 each (save money when you book tickets online in advance).
Afternoon Tea cost £25 each or with a glass of sparking English wine £32
Book tickets: Visit the RHS Wisley website or call 0845 260 9000
Address: Wisley, GU23 6QB
4. Cookery class at The Abinger Cookery School
In what was once a disused pub in the heart of the Surrey Hills, The Abinger Cookery School was founded by a small team of culinary enthusiasts with a wealth of experience and a passion for all things foodie.
They run fun and practical cookery classes including day courses on fish, Thai cuisine, tapas, Italian food, pasta making and pastry skills.
It is not the cheapest of days out but it will certainly be one you will remember.
Price: Varies depending on course, see the website for details
Book tickets: Call 01306 730470
Address: Guildford Road, Abinger Hammer, RH5 6RZ
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5. Pizza and GO Laser Tag
Bringing a new way of enjoying laser tag, Go Laser Tag offers a unique playing experience that will leave you tingling with adrenaline.
Kitted out in a camouflage Ninja suit, run, duck and stalk around a scenic forest venue, playing exciting games and heart-stopping missions.
Use your three ‘Fornite’ inspired guns, which all cause a different amount of damage to the opponent, to eliminate the opposite team and finish a laser tag hero.
Afterwards, tuck into a delicious pizza – you’re going to need it
Price: £25 per person
Book tickets: Visit the GO Laser Tag London website or call 0208 935 5638 / 07850 077199
Address: GO Action Forest, Salmons Lane, Whyteleafe, CR3 0HB
6. Burger and go-karting
For fast, furious and fully adrenalised four-wheeled thrills, book tickets for TeamSport Indoor Go Karting in Farnborough - just over the Surrey border.
It's a fun day out for thrill-seekers who can take on the crazy corners and rapid straights at the fast and furious track.
The 800m multi-level experience offers something unique for any go-karting enthusiast or first timer.
There is a café on site for you to grab something like a burger and chips afterwards.
Price: Call to enquire
Book tickets: Call 01252 732300
Address: Invincible Road, Farnborough, GU14 7QU
7. Picnic at Painshill Park
The magnificent award-winning 18th century landscape garden based in Cobham is perfect for all ages and makes a great day out.
Experience the pleasure gardens and submerge yourself into the history of the landscape.
It is open daily 10am-6pm (last entry 4.30pm) and has something for everyone.
When you visit be sure to visit The Crystal Grotto and The Gothic Tower and don't forget to bring your camera.
There are plenty of beautiful spots to lay out your picnic hamper.
Price: Adult entry costs £8 and child entry costs £4. 10 (under 5s go free)
Book tickets: Call 01932 868113
Address: Portsmouth Road, Cobham, KT11 1JE
8. Meet wildlife at Birdworld
If you are a family of animal lovers, this is the place for you.
There are so many fantastic friends to meet at Birdworld.
The farm is home to everything fluffy and furry from guinea pigs and rabbits to goats, sheep and even reindeer.
And in the aquarium there are crocodiles, piranha and seahorses as well as lots of unusual marine species.
The stars of the attraction are of course the birds including the magnificent penguins.
You will find two species and feeding takes place twice a day.
The park has a large restaurant serving a wide range of food with a five star hygiene rating, from snacks to a full hot meal.
Price: Adult entry costs £16.95 and child entry costs from £13.95
Book tickets: Call 01420 22140
Address: Holt Pound, Farnham, GU10 4LD
9. Ride rollercoasters at Thorpe Park
Experience more than 30 rides, family attractions and unique events on a day trip at one of the UK's most popular theme parks.
Thorpe Park is home to Stealth, the UK's fastest rollercoaster, launching riders to 205ft at 80mph in just 2.5 seconds.
It is also the destination of The Swarm, the UK's only winged coaster, and Saw - The Ride, the world's first horror themed roller coaster featuring a 100ft "beyond-vertical" drop.
For when you get peckish there are restaurants and kiosks selling pizza, pasta, salad, hot dogs, fish and chips and burgers.
Price: Online in advance from £33 a person
Book tickets: Visit the Thorpe Park website
Address: Staines Road, Chertsey, KT16 8PN
10. Go back in time at Arundel Castle
Arundel Castle is a restored medieval castle and stately home located just over the border in West Sussex.
You can learn from friendly guides about the finely preserved interior with its fascinating furniture, tapestries and rare collection of paintings by renowned artists including Van Dyck, Gainsborough and Canaletto.
You can also stroll through the tranquil grounds where you will discover inspiring gardens.
Relax and enjoy some welcome refreshments in the original Castle Servants’ Hall where you will discover a licensed counter service restaurant, serving hearty lunches, light meals and family favourites.
The Coffee Shop in the old kitchen serves a choice of hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, cakes, scones and ice creams.
Price: Adult entry from £19 and child entry from £10 (under 5s go free)
Book tickets: Call 01903 882173
Address: Arundel, BN18 9AB
11. Sunbathe at Frensham Ponds
Frensham Great Pond is one of two ponds built in the Middle Ages to provide fish for the Bishop of Winchester’s estate.
It’s the perfect place to picnic with its very own sandy beach perfect for paddling and sunbathing when the weather is good.
The landscape is beautiful and vast with the Great Pond nestled amongst the heathland.
There are various walking trails with far reaching views across Frensham Common.
Around the pond you can spot many common and rare birds, such as reed bunting, sedge warbler and great crested grebe, as well as nightjars and woodlarks.
There is a snack bar, car park and toilets on site, plus picnic spots if you would prefer to bring your own food and drink.
Price: Free
Book tickets: Free entry, just turn up
Address: Priory Lane, GU10 3BT
12. Gin tour at Silent Pool Distillery
Located deep in the Surrey Hills, Silent Pool Distillers formulates, distills and bottles its award-winning gin and liqueurs all under one roof in Albury.
Tours of the distillery are run regularly to give customers an opportunity to learn how the handcrafted spirit is produced, plus sample Silent Pool Gin and its gin-based fruit cordials.
The 90-minute tour begins with a talk about how the brand came to fruition, the story of the Silent Pool, and the history of gin - where it came from and why it is so popular today.
As part of the tour you are taken down to the crystal clear Silent Pool itself, which is open to the public for free.
After your tour complete your day with lunch or dinner at The Queen's Head in East Clandon, located just minutes away from the distilery.
Price: The tour costs £20 a person
Book tickets: Call 01483 229136
To make a table reservation at the pub call 01483 222332
Address: Shere Road, Albury, GU5 9BW
13. Wine tour at Denbies Wine Estate
You can spend the whole day at this beautiful vineyard set in the Surrey Hills.
There's a choice of an indoor or outdoor wine tour where you can learn about the award-winning wine and a gift shop to purchase bottles.
The Gallery Restaurant is located on the third floor overlooking the 265-acre vineyard.
It offers spectacular views over Box Hill and the North Downs.
There is also seven miles of public footpath which trail throughout the vineyard if you fancy walking off your lunch afterwards.
Price: Classic indoor tour costs £11.50 a person
Book tickets: Call 01306 876616
Address: London Road, RH5 6AA
14. Wander around Polesden Lacey
This country retreat has glorious views across the rolling Surrey Hills and acres of countryside to explore.
It was home to the famous Edwardian hostess Mrs Greville, who entertained royalty and the celebrities of her time.
The gardens offer something for every season, including climbing roses which are at their best in June, a beautiful herbaceous border and a winter garden bursting with yellow aconites.
The wider estate has four waymarked trails with plenty of space to let off steam on a walk through woodland or over rolling hills.
Price: Adult entry costs £13.60 and child entry costs £6.60 (under 5s go free)
Book tickets: Call 01372 452048
Address: Dorking, RH5 6BD
15. Take a Turks boat trip
A Thames river boat cruise is a splendid way to explore Richmond, Kingston and Hampton, especially when the weather is good.
You can hire a private boat for your party or all jump on to one of the main boats sailing down the Thames throughout the day.
From Turk’s Pier at Hampton Court, the journey time to Kingston is 35 minutes and to Richmond one hour 45 minutes.
There are various river side restaurants at all departing spots, plus the odd ice cream van or two.
Price: Varies, but an adult return from Kingston to Hampton Court costs £10 and a child return fare costs £2.50 less
Book tickets: Call 020 8546 2434
Address: Town End Pier, High Street, Kingston, KT1 1HN
16. Walk up Box Hill
Box Hill is the perfect place to discover a family walk and explore the Surrey Hills.
Forming part of the North Downs, Box Hill has views across the surrounding countryside.
It's home to lots of wildlife and plants too, including the Adonis blue butterfly and bee orchid.
There are lots of walks over the hill, which you can download from the National Trust website.
After you've taken on the great trails and spotted wildlife, you can relax and unwind in the café which serves a delicious range of hot lunches as well as soups, a variety of salads, cakes and home-made sandwiches.
Tucked away behind the café you'll find the secret herb garden, the perfect place if you're looking for some shade and a quiet conversation.
Price: Free
Book tickets: Free entry, just turn up
Address: Tadworth , KT20 7LB
17. See the tower at Leith Hill
Leith Hill is set within the Surrey Hills and from the tower rising majestically above the surrounding hills you can see sweeping views towards London in the north and the English Channel in the south.
The top of the tower is the highest point in South-East England.
Leith Hill has been popular with visitors since the Victorian times and you can enjoy similar pastimes today but with a modern twist; visit the tower and peer through a telescope, or follow a self-guided trails through ancient woods, the scented Rhododendron Wood or across open heathland.
There’s plenty of space for family adventures and many spots for picnics too.
Hot and cold food is available from the tower’s servery.
Price: Entry up the tower costs £3 for adults and £1 for children
Book tickets: Book online via the National Trust website
Address: Leith Hill Lane, near Coldharbour village, Dorking, RH5 6LU
18. Be dazzled at Mercedes Benz World
The site offers thrilling driving experiences for all ages plus three floors of attractions and exhibits which are open to the public for free.
Next door is Brooklands Hotel, home to the award-winning 1907 Restaurant, Bar and Grill which is named after the year the world famous Brooklands racetrack opened, and draws inspiration from the 1920s and 30s - a period of glamour, innovation, and the golden age of racing.
The dress code here is smart casual and it is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
Price: Entry to the car display is free
Book tickets: Entry to MBW is free. However, to book a driving experience call 01932 373000
To make a table reservation at 1907 call 01932 335700
Address: Brooklands Drive, Weybridge, KT13 0SL
19. Relax at Winkworth Arboretum
Created in the early 20th century by Dr Wilfrid Fox, this hillside arboretum has now been maintained by the National Trust for 60 years and has built up an internationally significant collection of more than 1,000 different species of shrubs and trees, many of them rare.
Visit any time of year for a stroll through the personal plant collection of one man, who was passionate about plants.
The Collection and setting are too unique to ever disappoint.
In the summer it is an ideal place for family days out and picnics, and winter brings the opportunity for a peaceful walk among the hollies and snowdrops.
Price: Adult entry costs £9.05 and child entry costs £4.50
Book tickets: Book online via the National Trust website. or call 01483 208477
Address: Hascombe Road, Godalming, GU8 4AD
20. Learn at Rural Life Centre
There's much to see here. So, take your time, look around, and learn all there is to know about the museum.
Highlights include an 18th century Granary which was rescued from Borelli Yard in Farnham during an archaeological excavation in 1985, when development meant it would otherwise be demolished.
There is also a chapel, a village hall, shepherd's hut and children's playground.
The Old Kiln Café offers a seasonal family-friendly menu for light lunches and Sunday roasts.
Plus, there are lots of benches and picnic tables located around the museum site.
Price: Adult entry costs £10 and child entry (ages 4-16) costs £7
Book tickets: Call 01252 795571
Address: Reeds Road, Tilford, GU10 2DL
21. Coffee and cake at Hatchlands Park
Hatchlands Park was built in the 1750s for naval hero Admiral Edward Boscawen and his wife Fanny. Since then it has housed wealthy families, a finishing school for girls and even a printing press.
Today you can visit the parkland or stop for coffee in the Kitchen Café all year round.
You can also see inside our house on four afternoons a week, between April and October.
Take the time to wander through 400 acres of rolling parkland and woodland, one of the largest country estates in the area and full of year round seasonal colour.
You can follow way-marked walks, enjoy the tranquillity of our quiet garden, discover areas of the garden partly landscaped by Humphry Repton or bring the family to experience the natural adventure area for children.
Price: Adult full entry £11.80 and child full entry £5.90
Book tickets: Book online via the National Trust website or call 01483 222482
Address: East Clandon, GU4 7RT
22. Polo Experience at Westcroft Park
Experience the challenge and thrill of riding a Polo pony as you take your first steps to learning this time-honoured, energetic game.
From mounted ball skills to polo riding, you’ll revel in this blue-blooded tactical team sport in Westcroft Park’s beautiful surrounds and immaculate enclosed all-weather arena.
Highly-trained staff and ponies keep lessons challenging yet safe. Following your experience, you are invited to stay on for the practice club chukkas, challenge matches and tournament polo scheduled.
Price: £139 each
Book tickets: Visit Buy A Gift website
Address: Westcroft Park Polo Club, Windlesham Road, Chobham, GU24 8SN
