Places to visit

Explore magnificent castles, fascinating wildlife and adventure parks, and hands-on museums that really bring history to life.

Arts & Crafts

Whether you are seeking high culture in the form of art galleries, potteries or local crafts, Jersey offers the visitor a rich array.

Family

Jersey has everything that is ideal for a family holiday - safe, clean beaches, country walks, attractions and sports that appeal to all ages.

Gardens & Floral

Jersey is an island of flowers – the temperate climate, long hours of sunshine and rich soil make it a gardener’s paradise.

History & Heritage

Jersey lies in the Bay of Mont St Michel and is the largest of the Channel Islands. It has been an island for approximately 8,000 years.

Museums & Galleries

Jersey’s heritage offers a wealth of adventures, castles and exciting historical tales waiting to be discovered. We tell the story of our past in a gripping, entertaining way at castles, war tunnels and rural museums.

Shopping & Markets

St Helier is an excellent shopping centre with pedestrianised streets and a mix of well-known High Street stores and small local shops.

Places to visit

Explore magnificent castles, fascinating wildlife and adventure parks, and hands-on museums that really bring history to life.

aMaizin! Maze and Adventure Park

aMaizin! Adventure Park

This award winning attraction launches on 30th March – 15th September. An aMaizin experience for visiting families.

Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust

Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust

Founded over fifty years ago by the late author and naturalist Gerald Durrell, Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust is a sanctuary to over 130 endangered species.

Judith Quérée's Garden

Judith Quérée's Garden

Set into the side of a valley in the rural parish of St Ouen, Judith Quérée's Garden contains over 2,500 plants.

Jersey War Tunnels

Jersey War Tunnels

Jersey War Tunnels tells the true story of the Occupation of Jersey during World War Two. It is one of the Island's most popular tourist attractions as well as an important site of heritage conservation and interpretation.

Mont Orgueil Castle

Mont Orgueil Castle

History comes to life at Mont Orgueil Castle, which for over 600 years protected Jersey against French invasion. Explore the network of staircases, towers and secret rooms to discover hidden treasures.

Elizabeth Castle

Elizabeth Castle

Built on a rocky islet in St Aubin's Bay, Elizabeth Castle has defended Jersey for more than 300 years.

Jersey Museum and Art Gallery

Jersey Museum and Art Gallery

Jersey Museum presents history from 250,000 years ago when the first people arrived in Jersey and continues through the centuries to explore the factors that have shaped this unique island and the people who live here.

Hamptonne

Hamptonne Country Life Museum

Discover six centuries of Jersey’s rural life at Hamptonne Country Life Museum. Dating back to the 15th century the house and farm are brought to life with characters from the Island’s past.

Channel Islands Military Museum

Channel Islands Military Museum

The museum is housed in a former German bunker which once formed part of Hitler's Atlantic Wall defences.

Greve de Lecq Barracks

Grève de Lecq Barracks

Designed for the garrison troops stationed on the island at the height of the fear of Napoleonic invasion. Built almost 200 years ago, these are the only surviving barracks in Jersey.

La Hougue Bie

La Hougue Bie

One of Europe's finest passage graves set in beautiful surroundings, where you can learn about life in Jersey's Neolithic community 6,000 years ago.

La Mare Wine Estate

La Mare Wine Estate

Set in the grounds of a wonderful 18th century Jersey granite farmhouse the estate produces a range of Wines, Jersey Apple Brandy, Apple Brandy Cream Liqueur, luxury chocolates, handmade fudge & biscuits as well as the famous Jersey Black Butter preserve.

Le Moulin de Quétivel

Le Moulin De Quétivel

The last remaining working mill in Jersey, the building dates from the 18th century and was restored in 1978 by The National Trust for Jersey.

Maritime Museum & Occupation Tapestry Gallery

Maritime Museum & Occupation Tapestry

Discover all about Jersey's maritime past in this uniquely interactive museum where you can see, touch, hear and even smell the exhibits!

Noirmont Command Bunker

Noirmont Command Bunker

Well-preserved German Naval Command Bunker that controlled the coastal artillery Batterie Lotheringen from 1944-45.

Steam, Motor & General Museum

Pallot Steam, Motor & General Museum

An absorbing evocation of times past. There is something to excite the interest of everyone in this fascinating collection of steam and so much more.

Jersey's Living Legend Village

Jersey's Living Legend Village

Jersey's Living Legend Village features The Jersey Experience which provides a multi-dimensional insight into Jersey's heritage and history. Two 18 hole Adventure Golf courses, the Jersey Karting Complex plus more.

Eric Young Orchid Foundation

Eric Young Orchid Foundation

The Foundation was established by the late Eric Young, a man whose enthusiasm for orchids knew no bounds. This dedication to breeding and exhibiting orchids continues today, and has resulted in gold medals at prestigious shows around the world.

Jersey Lavender Farm

Jersey Lavender Farm

A working farm where you can explore the picturesque gardens and lavender fields. Discover how the therapeutic lavender oil is extracted and, at harvest time, watch the essential oils being distilled from the flowers.

Reg's Garden

Reg's Garden

This award-winning garden is a lovely place to sit and pass away a few hours. You will enjoy relaxing in the carefully landscaped areas, with a large Koi pond and waterfall.

Shell Garden

Shell Garden

Regrettably the Shell Garden will not be open in 2012. We are currently waiting for information regarding 2013.

The Gardens of Samarès Manor

The Gardens of Samarès Manor

The gardens, dating from the 1920s, have recently undergone substantial restoration and development including the creation of one of the most comprehensive herb gardens in Europe.

Fish 'n' Beads

Fish ‘n’ Beads

Local artist selling driftwood art and a selection of funky jewellery and beads. Create your own jewellery in a relaxed atmosphere sitting outside by the sea – great fun for all the family.

Jersey Bowl

Jersey Bowl

An 18 lane AMF equipped bowling centre with a family diner, bar, pizza fast food outlet, beer garden, video games room, pool lounge, Quasar arena and both an indoor and oudoor adventure play area.

Jersey Pearl

Jersey Pearl

The largest collection of quality pearl jewellery in the Channel Islands, ranging from the cleverly crafted to the beautifully cultured. There are guided tours and educational displays as well as Pick-a-Pearl.

Catherine Best

Catherine Best

Catherine Best is an award-winning jewellery designer with an international clientele. Her shop and showroom is housed in a beautiful windmill, the perfect setting for her stunning and exclusive jewellery.

The Harbour Gallery

The Harbour Gallery

The Harbour Gallery and Creative Design Studios is the largest exhibiting and selling gallery in the Channel Islands. It promotes the work of over 100 local artists and craftworkers.

Beads 'n' Crafts

Beads-N-Crafts

Beads N Crafts is an unique shop with an unusual selection of beads and charms. Find a real treat for any beader with our pop in beading workshops that’s suitable for all ages.

St Matthew's Glass Church

St Matthew's Glass Church

The glass work including the font, altar rail, cross and pillars, was created by René Lalique of Paris and is considered to be amongst his greatest achievements.

Grosnez Castle

Grosnez Castle

This spectacularly located headland ruin is thought to date from the 14th century. To the south is Le Pinacle, a 200ft (61m) high rock, which featured as an object of worship and a ceremonial site for thousands of years.

Aquasplash

Aquasplash

25m x 6 lane pool, leisure pool with wave machine, outdoor pool with lazy river, 2 flumes, 1 tyre ride, boogie board and snorkelling sessions, sauna, steam room, crèche and swimming lessons.

Les Mielles Activity Centre

Les Mielles Activity Centre

Segway Rally, Giant Inflatable Slide, Bungee Trampolines, Laser Clay Pigeon Shooting, Mini-Golf, Gyroscope.

Jane James Ceramics

Jane James Ceramics

For beautiful hand crafted coastal ceramics and pottery gifts visit Jane’s working ceramics studio in St Helier.

16 New Street

16 New Street

Constructed in the 1730s, 16 New Street is undoubtedly the finest remaining Georgian town house in St Helier and, as such, presents a wonderful example of the elegant architectural style and fashions of 18th century Jersey.

The Mansell Collection

The Mansell Collection

Nigel Mansell - Formula 1 World Champion and CART Indy Car World Series winner. The word legend is often used in sporting circles, but who can really deny that Nigel surpasses that title.

The Forgotten Forest - The Val De La Mare Arboretum

The Forgotten Forest - The Val De La Mare Arboretum

The Forgotten Forest - The Val De La Mare Arboretum is a project which local tree charity Jersey Trees for Life undertook as part of its 75th anniversary celebrations in 2012.