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

Shrewsbury travel guide

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You're Going to Love Shrewsbury

With a population of 69.519, Shrewsbury is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Shrewsbury to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Shrewsbury

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Bricklayers Arms (78 Copthorne Rd) and The Powis Arms (Lydbury North) are great picks.

When to visit Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury in December
Estimated hotel price
£79
1 night at 3-star hotel
Shrewsbury in December
Estimated hotel price
£79
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Shrewsbury

Plane

Although Shrewsbury doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 70 km from Shrewsbury. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Shrewsbury departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Shrewsbury is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 224 km from Shrewsbury. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Shrewsbury doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 70 km from Shrewsbury. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from British Airways, Aer Lingus, easyJet and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Shrewsbury departs from Belfast and takes around 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Shrewsbury is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 224 km from Shrewsbury. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Airports near Shrewsbury

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Shrewsbury

Lufthansa
Good (8,062 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,528 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,050 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,397 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,409 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,968 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,237 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,606 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,831 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (935 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,591 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,828 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,194 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,197 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,410 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (412 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,452 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,380 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,276 reviews)
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Where to stay in Shrewsbury

Average rates range from around £94 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £116 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Shrewsbury

Most booked hotels in Shrewsbury

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The Mytton & Mermaid Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£95+
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The Coaching Barns
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£75+
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The Old Post Office
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£55+
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Prince Rupert Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£119+
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Holiday Inn Express Shrewsbury By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£68+
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Premier Inn Shrewsbury Town Centre
3 stars
Excellent (10, Excellent reviews)
£57+
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Hiring a car in Shrewsbury

Hiring a car in Shrewsbury costs £31 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.58 per litre in Shrewsbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.86 and £25.14. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Shrewsbury, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Shrewsbury costs £31 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 3% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay £1.58 per litre in Shrewsbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.86 and £25.14. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Shrewsbury, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.

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