Felixstowe is an attractive seaside resort that has retained
much of its charm and elegance over the years. Beautiful gardens
line its long, level promenade and Felixstowe boasts over 4 miles
of sand and shingle beaches still dotted with colourful beach
huts.
There is a good
selection of amusements and children’s activities along the
seafront, including indoor and outdoor adventure golf,
miniature train rides and a boating lake, and the traditional
seaside assortment of slot machines and indoor amusements.
There are plenty of restaurants and cafes along the seafront,
town centre and the beach areas, which range from upmarket bistros
to kiosks on the pier selling ice cream and fish and chips. If you
would like to sample fresh, locally caught fish, there are several
kiosks and restaurants on the seafront and at Felixstowe Ferry who
offer seasonal specialities.
The resort is home to the Spa Pavilion Theatre, which has a
variety of shows ranging from ballet, musicals, an annual drama
festival, and pantomimes. There is an independent cinema that shows
the latest films, as well as housing the bingo hall.
Felixstowe Leisure
Centre has a swimming pool, bowling rink, a soft play area for
children and a gym. A fine links golf course can be found at
Felixstowe Ferry which is also home to sailing and waterski
clubs.
From Felixstowe Ferry you can take a foot ferry across the Deben
estuary to Bawdsey, the birthplace of Radar. The Ferry lies at the
southern end of the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding
Natural Beauty. 
There are many
interesting walks along this stretch of coast and the area is
ideal for bird watching.
At the other end of Felixstowe there is the Landguard
Peninsular, with its nature reserve, historic 16th Century fort,
and Felixstowe Museum as well as a foot ferry that links Felixstowe
to Shotley and Harwich.
The viewpoint area on the Landguard Peninsular, where you
can watch the biggest container
ships in the world and cruise liners going in and out of the
ports of Felixstowe and Harwich, is very popular with
residents and visitors alike.
Felixstowe is a truly traditional seaside resort with an
interesting mix of the old and new that is perfect for visitors of
all ages to enjoy.
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Tourist Information and maps
Our friendly Tourist Information Centre (TIC) staff will be
delighted to advise you on places to visit in the local area and
have leaflets and information on the whole of East Anglia. Follow
this link to find out about the wide range of services available
at our TICs including travel tickets, tickets for London shows,
accommodation booking and much more.
Felixstowe Tourist Information
Centre,
91 Undercliff Road West,
Felixstowe, Suffolk IP11 2AF.
Telephone: 01394 276770.
Email:
ftic@suffolkcoastal.gov.uk.
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