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Fishbourne Roman Palace and Gardens

Fishbourne, West Sussex

Fishbourne Roman Palace and Gardens, from The Sussex Archaeological SocietyImage: The Sussex Archaeological Society

Image: The Sussex Archaeological Society

The remains of a vast Roman palace on the edge of Chichester, with mosaic floors under cover in the North Wing and a replanted formal garden outside. Allow time for the museum displays and the film before a stroll round the grounds.

Highlights

  • Roman mosaic floors in the North Wing
  • Replanted formal Roman garden
  • Museum and film theatre
  • Roman Kitchen Café

Good to know

  • Well-behaved dogs on short leads are welcome everywhere, including the museum and café
  • The café opens daily from 8.30am to 4.30pm

Getting there

Fishbourne Roman Palace and Gardens, Roman Way, Fishbourne, Chichester, PO19 3QRParking: Free car and coach parking, including four Blue Badge spaces.

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