Norwich City Center Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Norwich City Center
Popular places to visit
Norwich Cathedral
Visit this spectacular historic building to attend a service, event or exhibition, or simply to marvel at its splendid Romanesque architecture.
Norwich Castle
Norwich’s most prominent historic site is now home to a splendid museum and art gallery, with exhibits spanning many centuries.
Norwich City Hall
In the heart of Norwich’s civic center is an Art Deco masterpiece that is home to the stylishly decorated rooms of the city council.
The Forum
Home to art exhibitions, a café, a library and family-friendly festivals, this is one of Norwich’s most visited attractions.
Strangers Hall Garden
Learn what life was like for the wealthy merchants of the past at this interactive museum set within one of Norwich’s oldest buildings.
Norwich Guildhall
Take a guided tour of one of Norwich’s most distinctive buildings, a checkerboard masterpiece that was the local seat of government for centuries.
Our pick of the best Norwich City Center Hotel Deals
The Maids Head Hotel
Beautiful hotel, full of history in an excellent location next to the cathedral with parking. The staff were friendly and helpful. The room was well appointed and the bed comfortable! Very happy with our stay.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Premier Inn Norwich Nelson City Centre
Great location
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Wellington Apartments
Very nice apartment
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
St Giles House Hotel
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Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Hotel Belmonte
Yes
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort
The staff at reception and in the Bistro were excellent. The bed was comfortable. The public areas were very clean and attractive.
Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Norwich City Center
Thorpe Hamlet
While visiting Thorpe Hamlet, you might make a stop by sights like Norfolk Broads and Lion Wood.
Golden Triangle
While visiting Golden Triangle, you might make a stop by sights like The Plantation Garden and St John the Baptist Cathedral.
Earlham
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Earlham. You might want to make time for a stop at UEA Sportspark or Sainsbury Centre for the Visual Arts.
Old Catton
Though Old Catton may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Catton Park and Badminton at Blyth Jex.
Bowthorpe
When in Bowthorpe, you can plan a visit to Bowthorpe Marsh and UEA Sportspark, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
