Carlton Hotel Places to Explore

A classic British seaside experience, with thrill rides and traditional attractions – one of Great Yarmouth’s star attractions since 1909 with the Britannia Pier to the north and the Wellington Pier to the south.

Located just seconds from the Hotel, you’ll find crocodiles, penguins and a whole host of fascinating marine creatures to entertain all ages. There are displays held throughout the day with the opportunity to meet some of the inhabitants up close and personal.

This award-winning attraction has landscaped gardens, waterfalls and streams, a model railway with 350 metres of track, 28 different types of vehicles, and an old Penny Arcade. Perfect for visitors of all ages.

One of the ‘seven wonders of the British seaside’ this historic building is Britain’s only surviving circus building – it now plays host to a wide range of shows and spectacles.

The story of Great Yarmouth from its humble beginnings to a thriving port and popular seaside resort, with interactive displays and fascinating special events.

A fantastic selection of shows every summer, in the best of all settings.

Race days are a great day out. There are also frequent auctions and exhibitions throughout the year at the Racecourse.

Built 1,700 years ago as part of the Roman network of coastal forts, this well preserved monument is a fascinating glimpse of our history.

Explore this National ‘Park’ with over 125 miles of navigable, lock-free waterways, cycle paths, picturesque villages and stunning countryside. Don’t forget that you can hire a boat for the day.

A visitor-friendly, traditional links 18-hole course close to the Carlton Hotel.

The most easterly golf club in England is open to visitors who will enjoy this challenging and scenic 18-hole course, with friendly clubhouse and pro shop.

Home to more than 120 cars and 100 bikes with many fine and rare models, the collections include vintage, classic and sports cars, together with horse-drawn vehicles, bicycles, baby carriages and other interesting items.

Tigers, red panda, snow leopards, meerkats, gibbons, alligators, otters and birds. There is also a play area with tree ropes, and the Cockatoo Café.

35+ rides, shows and attractions. Unlimited fun for all the family, with kids’ zone, family rides and thrill rides such as the Cannonball Express and the Water Fun Factory.

Two shallow ‘broads’ (waterways) bisected by the River Thurne, the reserve holds many species of breeding birds, bat species and Chinese water deer.

This quiet, unspoilt sandy beach is particularly popular for seal watching in the winter months, and for a picnic in summer. It is dog-friendly.