Central Milton Keynes Guidebook
Shopping & Leisure
Shop until you drop! Milton Keynes has a large variety of shops from shopping centres to retails parks, high end designers to high street shops, there really something for everyone.
Only 10 minute walk/bus ride from the apartment, you will find an abundance of shops and restaurants. Whether you are looking for designer clothes in Michael Kors or a bite to eat in 5 guys, there is something for everyone. They continuously host a variety of free events every month e.g. Christmas Markets in the winter so keep your eyes peeled.
63 locals recommend
Centre MK
33a Silbury BlvdOnly 10 minute walk/bus ride from the apartment, you will find an abundance of shops and restaurants. Whether you are looking for designer clothes in Michael Kors or a bite to eat in 5 guys, there is something for everyone. They continuously host a variety of free events every month e.g. Christmas Markets in the winter so keep your eyes peeled.
Located a 10 minute drive from the apartment, right next to the famous MK Dons stadium, this retail park is perfect for those wanting to get away from the crowds in Central Milton Keynes. There is an abundance of shops such as Primark and Topshop, a cinema and a variety of places to eat such as TGI Fridays.
15 locals recommend
MK1 Shopping Park
Stadium Way WestLocated a 10 minute drive from the apartment, right next to the famous MK Dons stadium, this retail park is perfect for those wanting to get away from the crowds in Central Milton Keynes. There is an abundance of shops such as Primark and Topshop, a cinema and a variety of places to eat such as TGI Fridays.
Sightseeing
Although Milton Keynes is classed as a city and a relatively new one at that, the city has over 6,000 acres of park land/green space and is home to the historic code breakers from World War 2!
AS SEEN ON TV. Only a 10 minute drive from the apartment, Bletchley Park is a very popular heritage attraction, home to the top secret Word War Two Code breakers!
127 locals recommend
Bletchley Park
Sherwood DriveAS SEEN ON TV. Only a 10 minute drive from the apartment, Bletchley Park is a very popular heritage attraction, home to the top secret Word War Two Code breakers!
A 10 minute drive/bus ride from the apartment, Campbell Park is not just great for sightseeing with its beautiful gardens, water features and woodlands but it also plays host to a variety of major festivals and events.
12 locals recommend
Campbell Park
A 10 minute drive/bus ride from the apartment, Campbell Park is not just great for sightseeing with its beautiful gardens, water features and woodlands but it also plays host to a variety of major festivals and events.
Want to get away from all the hustle and bustle in the city? Why not try out one of the many walking routes around Willen Lake, located only a 10 minute drive from the apartment! Travelling with the kids? Not to worry, Willen Lake has a variety of activities, from Treetop Extreme to Wakeboarding, this place really is fun for the whole family.
47 locals recommend
Willen Lake
Want to get away from all the hustle and bustle in the city? Why not try out one of the many walking routes around Willen Lake, located only a 10 minute drive from the apartment! Travelling with the kids? Not to worry, Willen Lake has a variety of activities, from Treetop Extreme to Wakeboarding, this place really is fun for the whole family.
Neighbourhoods
Here you will find a list of nearby areas/neighbourhoods which have a multitude of things to do whether you are visiting for leisure or business!
This is a hidden gem with the locals because as many tourists run to the well known shopping centres for entertainment and restaurants, little of them know that all of this is available to them on their doorstep! The apartment is situated in the heart of the The Hub which is home to a variety of restaurants and bars. Whether you want a lively night out in All Bar One or a family meal in Nandos, this place has something for everyone!
15 locals recommend
The Hub
Avebury BoulevardThis is a hidden gem with the locals because as many tourists run to the well known shopping centres for entertainment and restaurants, little of them know that all of this is available to them on their doorstep! The apartment is situated in the heart of the The Hub which is home to a variety of restaurants and bars. Whether you want a lively night out in All Bar One or a family meal in Nandos, this place has something for everyone!
Woburn is a quaint village lined with beautiful independent shops, cafes and restaurants. Located a 15 minute drive from the apartment, you will see a very different, rural side to Milton Kenyes! Here you will find a variety of attractions such as Woburn Golf Club, Woburn Abbey and Woburn Safari Park.
18 locals recommend
Woburn
Woburn is a quaint village lined with beautiful independent shops, cafes and restaurants. Located a 15 minute drive from the apartment, you will see a very different, rural side to Milton Kenyes! Here you will find a variety of attractions such as Woburn Golf Club, Woburn Abbey and Woburn Safari Park.
Entertainment Attractions
Here are some of the most popular entertainment attractions in Milton Keynes, providing hours of fun for the whole family!
Gulliver's Land is a children's theme park located a 10 minute drive from the apartment and is ranked as one of most visited attraction in Milton Keynes! This is a great option for families with young children, providing hours of entertainment.
33 locals recommend
Gulliver's Land Theme Park Resort
Livingstone DriveGulliver's Land is a children's theme park located a 10 minute drive from the apartment and is ranked as one of most visited attraction in Milton Keynes! This is a great option for families with young children, providing hours of entertainment.
Snozone Milton Kenyes is one of the best snow centres for indoor skiing and snowboarding in the country! Only a 15 minutue walk away, here you can find a range of activities to suit all ages on REAL snow. Don't know how to ski/snowboard? Not to worry, here they offer lessons for all abilities.
48 locals recommend
Snozone
602 Marlborough GateSnozone Milton Kenyes is one of the best snow centres for indoor skiing and snowboarding in the country! Only a 15 minutue walk away, here you can find a range of activities to suit all ages on REAL snow. Don't know how to ski/snowboard? Not to worry, here they offer lessons for all abilities.
One of the top attractions in Milton Keynes, the Big Rock Hub is a 10 minute drive from the apartment offering a huge indoor area with different climbing walls/challenges for all ages and abilities.
Big Rock Hub
Mandeville DriveOne of the top attractions in Milton Keynes, the Big Rock Hub is a 10 minute drive from the apartment offering a huge indoor area with different climbing walls/challenges for all ages and abilities.
Silverstone Racecourse is home to the famous Formula 1 British Grand Prix! Hosting a variety of popular events throughout the year and only a 20 minute drive from the apartment, be sure to keep your eyes peeled!
183 locals recommend
Silverstone Circuit
Silverstone CircuitSilverstone Racecourse is home to the famous Formula 1 British Grand Prix! Hosting a variety of popular events throughout the year and only a 20 minute drive from the apartment, be sure to keep your eyes peeled!
Within walking distance from the apartment, here you will find comedy nights starring big names such as Jimmy Carr and a variety of other shows from dance and drama to musicals, opera and children's shows.
62 locals recommend
Milton Keynes Theatre
500 Marlborough GateWithin walking distance from the apartment, here you will find comedy nights starring big names such as Jimmy Carr and a variety of other shows from dance and drama to musicals, opera and children's shows.
The safari park is located a 15 minute drive away in the beautiful village of Woburn, full of unique, independent shops and restaurants. Why not go on the road safari which allows you to drive yourself around the park to greet the animals up close!
105 locals recommend
Woburn Safari Park
Crawley RoadThe safari park is located a 15 minute drive away in the beautiful village of Woburn, full of unique, independent shops and restaurants. Why not go on the road safari which allows you to drive yourself around the park to greet the animals up close!
Food scene
All the places that have been listed here not only serve excellent food/drink and are highly recommended by the locals but are also excellent value for money and are all within 10 minutes of the apartment.
This quirky and super friendly coffee shop offers one of the best cups of coffee in the city! It is excellent value for money, with a meal deal including a hot drink and sandwich costing around £5. What's also great is that it is located directly opposite the apartment!
9 locals recommend
Bogota Coffee Company
4 Rillaton WalkThis quirky and super friendly coffee shop offers one of the best cups of coffee in the city! It is excellent value for money, with a meal deal including a hot drink and sandwich costing around £5. What's also great is that it is located directly opposite the apartment!
Now I know what you are thinking, why has the casino been listed under food hot spots? Well we can assure you, this was not a mistake. If you are looking for Sunday lunch at very competitive prices this place is for you! You can pick up a roast dinner for £7 and add a dessert and starter for only £3!
15 locals recommend
The Casino MK
602 Marlborough GateNow I know what you are thinking, why has the casino been listed under food hot spots? Well we can assure you, this was not a mistake. If you are looking for Sunday lunch at very competitive prices this place is for you! You can pick up a roast dinner for £7 and add a dessert and starter for only £3!
Located in the centre of the Hub, a 1 minute walk from the apartment, the Banana tree is an Asian/Indonesian restaurants serving very well presented, flavoursome dishes with a large variety of vegetarian and vegan dishes! Not only is the food excellent but the decor is very quirky! Ever thought about sipping on a cocktail whilst swinging in a hammock?
6 locals recommend
Banana Tree Milton Keynes
Holkham WalkLocated in the centre of the Hub, a 1 minute walk from the apartment, the Banana tree is an Asian/Indonesian restaurants serving very well presented, flavoursome dishes with a large variety of vegetarian and vegan dishes! Not only is the food excellent but the decor is very quirky! Ever thought about sipping on a cocktail whilst swinging in a hammock?
Only a 2 minute walk from the apartment, this restaurant is great for those looking for a steak cooked to perfection. This place is surprising great value for money and also children friendly. Make sure you check out their fixed menu offers to bag yourself a bargain!
12 locals recommend
Middletons Steakhouse & Grill Milton Keynes
434 Midsummer BlvdOnly a 2 minute walk from the apartment, this restaurant is great for those looking for a steak cooked to perfection. This place is surprising great value for money and also children friendly. Make sure you check out their fixed menu offers to bag yourself a bargain!
If you are looking to get a way from the chain restaurants and want an independent, family run place to eat then this will be right up your street! A 2 minute walk from the apartment, this restaurant offers high quality, traditional British food.
Oscars Restaurant and Bar
309 Avebury BoulevardIf you are looking to get a way from the chain restaurants and want an independent, family run place to eat then this will be right up your street! A 2 minute walk from the apartment, this restaurant offers high quality, traditional British food.
Located in a residential part of Milton Keynes, 10 minutes from the apartment, this characterful pub is a local favourite! This place is perfect for those looking to stop somewhere for some pub lunch that is cosy, family friendly and serves great quality, traditional food.
7 locals recommend
Old Beams
Paxton CrescentLocated in a residential part of Milton Keynes, 10 minutes from the apartment, this characterful pub is a local favourite! This place is perfect for those looking to stop somewhere for some pub lunch that is cosy, family friendly and serves great quality, traditional food.
City advice
Ways to save
Park in Sainsbury's for FREE!
There is a large Sainsbury's a 2 minute walk from the apartment that allows customers to park there up to 3 hours for free! This is great to keep in mind when visiting one of the near by attractions such as the shopping centre or the cinema as the parking can be expensive. Don't forget your stay includes FREE underground parking located directly underneath the apartment block for 1 car.
Ways to save
FREE parking after 6pm!
The majority of central Milton Kenyes offers free parking after 6pm, perfect for those looking to do a bit of late night shopping or going out for dinner. Always make sure to read the signs to double check!