Things to do · Guernsey
Things to do in Guernsey
The biggest of the islands packs castles, wartime tunnels, sandy bays and clifftop walks into 25 square miles. Nowhere is more than 20 minutes away, and buses reach most of it.
Things to do in Guernsey
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- Sights & history
Hauteville House
St Peter Port
Victor Hugo's home in exile from 1856 to 1870, where he finished Les Misérables and decorated every room himself. Visits are by guided tour, so book ahead; the garden is free.
April to SeptemberMore infofor Hauteville House (opens in a new tab) - Sights & historyFree
The Little Chapel
St Andrew
A tiny chapel covered inside and out in pebbles, shells and broken china. Brother Déodat began it in 1914, and it's free to visit.
- Sights & history
German Underground Hospital
St Andrew
The largest structure built during the Occupation: around 7,000m² of tunnels dug by forced labourers. It stays cool inside, so bring a layer.
April to OctoberMore infofor German Underground Hospital (opens in a new tab) - Sights & history
German Occupation Museum
Forest, near the airport
A private collection begun in 1966, including a reconstructed Occupation-era street. Open mornings only, and it's cash only.
- Sights & history
La Valette Underground Military Museum
St Peter Port
Tunnels the Germans dug to store U-boat fuel, now home to First World War, Occupation and island militia collections.
March to mid-NovemberMore infofor La Valette Underground Military Museum (opens in a new tab) - Sights & history
Fort Grey Shipwreck Museum
Rocquaine Bay
A Martello tower from 1804, known locally as the Cup and Saucer, with finds from the ships wrecked off the west coast.
Late March to OctoberMore infofor Fort Grey Shipwreck Museum (opens in a new tab) - Sights & history
Guernsey Museum at Candie
St Peter Port
The island's story from prehistory onwards and an art gallery, set in Victorian gardens with statues of Victor Hugo and Queen Victoria.
- Sights & history
Sausmarez Manor
St Martin
Home to the de Sausmarez family for around 800 years, with a sculpture park of some 200 works in subtropical gardens and a Saturday farmers' market in season.
- Sights & historyFree
Le Dehus Dolmen
Vale
A Neolithic passage grave more than 5,000 years old. Look for the bearded figure with a bow carved on a capstone, known as the guardian of the tomb.
- Sights & history
Pleinmont Observation Tower
Torteval
A five-storey German naval tower on the island's south-west tip, still fitted with its rangefinders. Open on a couple of afternoons a week in season.
April to OctoberMore infofor Pleinmont Observation Tower (opens in a new tab) - Beaches & poolsFree
La Vallette Bathing Pools
St Peter Port
Four Victorian pools refilled by the sea twice a day, a short walk south of town. Free all year, with a café alongside.
- Beaches & poolsFree
Cobo Bay
Castel
A west-coast favourite for sunsets, with sand, rock pools and red granite rocks.
- Beaches & poolsFree
Vazon Bay
Castel
A long, open sweep of sand on the west coast and the island's main surf beach.
- Beaches & poolsFree
Moulin Huet Bay
St Martin
Renoir spent September 1883 here and painted about 15 pictures. The Renoir Walk marks his viewpoints; the path down to the bay is steep.
- Beaches & poolsFree
Petit Bot Bay
Forest
A sheltered south-coast cove at the foot of a wooded valley, with sand at low tide.
- Beaches & poolsFree
Fermain Bay
St Martin
A sheltered east-coast bay reached on foot, down a wooded lane or along the cliff path from town.
- Beaches & poolsFree
L'Ancresse & Pembroke
Vale
Two wide, sandy bays side by side on the north coast, backed by open common land.
- Walks & natureFree
South coast cliff path
St Peter Port to Pleinmont
Clifftop paths run the length of the south coast, with steps down to bays like Fermain, Moulin Huet and Petit Bot. Walk a stretch and catch the bus back.
- Walks & natureFree
Jerbourg Point
St Martin
The island's south-east tip, looking over the Pea Stacks to Herm, Sark and, on a clear day, Jersey.
- Walks & natureFree
Lihou Island
L'Erée, St Pierre du Bois
A tidal island with the ruins of a 12th-century priory, reached by a causeway that's only open around low tide. Check crossing times before you go; no dogs.
- Walks & natureFree
Saumarez Park
Castel
Guernsey's largest park, with a Japanese-style garden, playground and café, and a free folk and costume museum in season.
- On the water
Island RIB Voyages
St Peter Port
Fast boat trips from the harbour to see seals and seabirds around Herm, the caves along Sark's coast, or the Hanois lighthouse. Puffins in season.
- On the water
Outdoor Guernsey
Vale
Coasteering, kayaking and paddleboard tours for most abilities, including puffin-spotting kayak trips to Herm from April to July.
- On the water
Guernsey Surf School
Vazon Bay
Surf lessons on Vazon beach with instructors who are qualified lifeguards.
May to November, busiest in summerMore infofor Guernsey Surf School (opens in a new tab) - Food & drink
Hedge veg stalls
All over the island
Roadside honesty stalls selling vegetables, eggs, flowers and sometimes fresh crab. Bring cash and small change.
- Food & drink
Rocquette Cider
Castel
A 90-minute walk through the orchards with a tasting at the end. Book ahead.
April to SeptemberMore infofor Rocquette Cider (opens in a new tab) - Food & drink
Little Big Brew Co
St Peter Port
A craft brewery on the seafront, with a taproom later in the week and brewery tours you can book.
- Family & rainy days
Oatlands Village
St Sampson
Restored Victorian brick kilns with a big indoor play barn (complete with an Aurigny Trislander), mini golf, shops and a café.
- Family & rainy days
Beau Sejour Leisure Centre
St Peter Port
The island's leisure centre: a 25m pool and children's pool, soft play, and a cinema and theatre for wet days.
- Family & rainy daysFree
Guernsey Pearl
Rocquaine
Free to wander, with the remains of a Roman ship found in 1982 on display beside the jewellery shop and restaurant.
March to OctoberMore infofor Guernsey Pearl (opens in a new tab) - Family & rainy daysFree
Guernsey Candles
St Sampson
Watch candles being made by hand, or have a go yourself. Free to visit.
- Sights & history
Castle Cornet
St Peter Port
An 800-year-old castle guarding the harbour, with four museums, historic gardens and the noonday gun, fired by gunners in period uniform.
Closed until June 2027 while the castle bridge is rebuilt.
Spring to autumnMore infofor Castle Cornet (opens in a new tab)
Seasons and opening times change, so check with each place before you go. Last checked 30 September 2026.