Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Norwich travel guide

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You're Going to Love Norwich

With a population of 177.636, Norwich is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Norwich deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Activities & attractions in Norwich

Activities

Norwich paddleboard hire - Explore Norwich by water!
Water Activities
Adventurous Survival Scavenger Hunt by Zombie Scavengers
Other
Perfect Pamper - Mobile Spa, Pamper Party and Activity Organiser
Spa/Massage
Pub Yoga
Outdoors
Broads National Park - Kayaking, Paddleboarding and Boating
Adventure
Outdoor Escape Games - phone-based fun for family and friends
Fun & Games
Willow Gallery - Ceramic Painting Studio
Arts & Crafts

Food, Drinks, & Nightlife

Yalm Foodhall - 6 kitchens and 4 bars across two floors
Market / Fair
Norwich Market - the heart of Norwich for nearly 1000 years
Market / Fair
Bullards Tipsy Anchor Tasting Room, Shop, and Bar
Bar
The Tipsy Anchor - Bar, Shop & Tasting Room
Bar

Art & Performing Arts

Threshold Theatre Company - outstanding local theatre
Theatre
Anteros Arts Foundation - art gallery, live music and performing arts
Art Gallery
Moosey - Contemporary Art Gallery
Art Gallery

Other activities

Royal Arcade Norwich - home to a unique mix of independent retailers
Shopping•Local
Guided Trail Running Experiences
Sports & Fitness•Sports
Virtual Reality Games, Escape Rooms & Experiences
Norfolk Tank Museum
Museums•Military
Outdoor Crazy Golf and Putting Course
Nature & Outdoor Activities•Outdoors
Vineyard tour and wine tasting at Chet Valley Vineyard
The Norwich Weird and Wonderful Story Walk - Guided theatrical tour
Tours•Walking Tour
The Julian Shrine - medieval mystic and first female writer in English
Museums•Historical
All Hallows Guesthouse - unique urban retreat in the city
Architecture & Landmarks•Historical

Where to Eat in Norwich

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Ivy Norwich Brasserie (30 London Street) and Estabulo Norwich (5 Riverside) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Pho - Norwich (5 Queen St) and Kings Head, Coltishall (26 Wroxham Rd) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Norwich.

When to visit Norwich

Norwich in January
Estimated hotel price
£81
1 night at 3-star hotel
Norwich in January
Estimated hotel price
£81
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Norwich

Plane

When flying to Norwich, you’ll arrive at Norwich Airport (NWI), which is located 6 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Norwich departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Norwich, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Norwich to Oxford takes 1h 06m and costs around £19 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cambridge, expect to pay about £17 for a 1h 28m trip. Located 0.2 km from the city centre, Norwich is the busiest station in Norwich. Another popular train station is Norwich Reedham, located 18 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Norwich is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 159 km from Norwich. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Norwich using National Express or FlixBus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Norwich takes 217 km and will cost you around £8. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 233 km. The most popular bus station is Norwich University of East Anglia, located 5 km from the city centre of Norwich. Norwich Central Bus Station is also a commonly used station, and is 1.0 km from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Norwich, you’ll arrive at Norwich Airport (NWI), which is located 6 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Norwich departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Norwich, followed by Avanti West Coast. The train journey from Norwich to Oxford takes 1h 06m and costs around £19 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Cambridge, expect to pay about £17 for a 1h 28m trip. Located 0.2 km from the city centre, Norwich is the busiest station in Norwich. Another popular train station is Norwich Reedham, located 18 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Norwich is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 159 km from Norwich. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Norwich using National Express or FlixBus. From Bristol, the bus ride to Norwich takes 217 km and will cost you around £8. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about £7 for a journey of 233 km. The most popular bus station is Norwich University of East Anglia, located 5 km from the city centre of Norwich. Norwich Central Bus Station is also a commonly used station, and is 1.0 km from the city centre.

Airports near Norwich

NWINorwich Arpt
CBGCambridge

Airlines serving Norwich

KLM
Good (1,443 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,754 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,705 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,128 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,208 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,864 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,099 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,528 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,490 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (895 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,667 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,674 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,375 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,174 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,356 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,148 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,440 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (381 reviews)
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Where to stay in Norwich

Average rates range from around £80 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £89 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Norwich

Most booked hotels in Norwich

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Cromer Country Club
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£44+
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Holiday Inn Norwich City By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£69+
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Holiday Inn Norwich By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£70+
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Holiday Inn Express Norwich By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£54+
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Marlborough Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£48+
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Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
£90+
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Hiring a car in Norwich

Hiring a car in Norwich costs £21 per day, on average, or £42 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Norwich (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.49 and £20.65. The most frequently booked car type in Norwich is Compact (BMW 1 Series or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Citroen C3 or similar) is, on average, 76% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Norwich costs £21 per day, on average, or £42 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.30 per litre in Norwich (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £15.49 and £20.65. The most frequently booked car type in Norwich is Compact (BMW 1 Series or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Citroen C3 or similar) is, on average, 76% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Norwich

Mini

2 adults, 2 Bags

£16/day

Mini

Compact SUV

4 adults, 2 Bags

£20/day

Compact SUV
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