Museums in the Cotswolds
Museums are the Cotswolds’ secret weapon on rainy days—easy, interesting, and usually close to cafés and shops for the rest of your afternoon.
Popular museum-style attractions
- Cotswold Motoring Museum
- Local history museums in market towns are often small but genuinely fascinating.
Pair it with
- A long lunch and a browse of independent shops.
- If the weather improves: an Easy Walk nearby.
Local tip
When you’ve picked your shortlist, check the map and cluster your day. The Cotswolds rewards slow travel — one area per day tends to feel better than racing around.
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