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Norwich
The best-preserved medieval city in the UK, Norwich is compact, characterful and easy to explore on foot, with layers of history alongside an independent spirit. Spend time walking cobbled streets and being inspired by landmark buildings including the Norman cathedral and castle, then shift into galleries, shops, colourful market and places to eat, all close enough to feel effortless. The city’s cultural life is rich but unhurried, with a calendar that keeps things moving through the seasons. Green spaces and riverside paths offer breathing room between discoveries. Include the city in a wider Norfolk trip, dipping into its food scene, museums, theatres, exhibition spaces and small corners that reward curiosity. It’s a city that has a welcoming reputation, with enough bustle to energise and plenty of places to pause and reset.
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Stories & Inspirations From The Norwich
Why Norwich is the best place to live… and stay
Posted: 22nd Mar 2026
For all the reasons that Norwich has been crowned as the best place to live in the UK 2026 by The… For all the reasons that Norwich has been crowned as the best place to live in the UK 2026 by…
Why Norwich is the best place to live… and stay
Posted: 22nd Mar 2026
For all the reasons that Norwich has been crowned as the best place to live in the UK 2026 by The…
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Posted: 11th Mar 2026
You don’t have to travel to London to see great art – there are fabulous galleries and exhibitions…
Why East Anglia is a 'must see' Lonely Planet location
Posted: 10th Mar 2026
It’s no surprise to us that Lonely Planet chose East Anglia, made up of Suffolk and Norfolk, as one…
Top Attractions in Norwich
Norwich Theatre
Part of the Norwich Theatre family, Norwich Theatre Royal is one of the largest regional theatres… Part of the Norwich Theatre family, Norwich Theatre Royal is one of the largest regional…
Norwich Theatre
Part of the Norwich Theatre family, Norwich Theatre Royal is one of the largest regional theatres…
World Horse Welfare Hall Farm
Meet the ponies at World Horse Welfare’s Hall Farm every weekend 10am - 4pm Meet the ponies at World Horse Welfare’s Hall Farm every weekend 10am - 4pm
World Horse Welfare Hall Farm
Meet the ponies at World Horse Welfare’s Hall Farm every weekend 10am - 4pm
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Visit the UK’s largest dinosaur-themed adventure Park in Lenwade, near Norwich! Visit the UK’s largest dinosaur-themed adventure Park in Lenwade, near Norwich!
Bucket-List Balloon Flights
We offer our exclusive champagne balloon flights from Norfolk and Suffolk. We offer our exclusive champagne balloon flights from Norfolk and Suffolk.
Bucket-List Balloon Flights
We offer our exclusive champagne balloon flights from Norfolk and Suffolk.
Featured Events In The Norwich
Grease
Date: 25th Oct - 30th Oct 2027
After a whirlwind summer romance, leather-clad greaser Danny and girl-next-door Sandy are… After a whirlwind summer romance, leather-clad greaser Danny and girl-next-door Sandy are…
Matilda The Musical
Date: 6th Aug - 6th Sept 2026
Matilda The Musical, the multi-award winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company is coming… Matilda The Musical, the multi-award winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company is…
Matthew Bourne's Cinderella
Date: 6th Apr - 10th Apr 2027
Matthew Bourne’s epic interpretation of the classic fairytale, has, at its heart, a true war-time… Matthew Bourne’s epic interpretation of the classic fairytale, has, at its heart, a true…
English Touring Opera present Orpheus & Eurydice
Date: 12th Mar - 12th Mar 2027
A timeless story of ill-fated love is brought to life with a new orchestration in English Touring… A timeless story of ill-fated love is brought to life with a new orchestration in English…
Featured Businesses In The Norwich
Cycle Breaks
Discover the very best of Suffolk on two wheels with this immersive, self-guided cycling adventure… Discover the very best of Suffolk on two wheels with this immersive, self-guided cycling…
Cycle Breaks
Discover the very best of Suffolk on two wheels with this immersive, self-guided cycling adventure…
World Horse Welfare Hall Farm
Meet the ponies at World Horse Welfare’s Hall Farm every weekend 10am - 4pm Meet the ponies at World Horse Welfare’s Hall Farm every weekend 10am - 4pm
World Horse Welfare Hall Farm
Meet the ponies at World Horse Welfare’s Hall Farm every weekend 10am - 4pm
The Canoe Man
Canoeing allows near silent exploration of all but the most miniscule of the Broads Park waterways… Canoeing allows near silent exploration of all but the most miniscule of the Broads Park…
The Canoe Man
Canoeing allows near silent exploration of all but the most miniscule of the Broads Park waterways…
Norwich Theatre
Part of the Norwich Theatre family, Norwich Theatre Royal is one of the largest regional theatres… Part of the Norwich Theatre family, Norwich Theatre Royal is one of the largest regional…
Norwich Theatre
Part of the Norwich Theatre family, Norwich Theatre Royal is one of the largest regional theatres…
Featured Itineraries In The Norwich
Voted The Sunday Times' Best Place to Live 2026, the city of Norwich in Norfolk, with its medieval… Voted The Sunday Times' Best Place to Live 2026, the city of Norwich in Norfolk, with its…
Trending Items
Date: 27th Oct - 31st Oct 2026
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Chantry Place
With over 90 fantastic stores, cafes and restaurants, Chantry Place really is 'the place to be' With over 90 fantastic stores, cafes and restaurants, Chantry Place really is 'the place to be'
Chantry Place
With over 90 fantastic stores, cafes and restaurants, Chantry Place really is 'the place to be'
Date: 16th May - 4th Oct 2026
Exploring the concept of play in human cultures, and its significance in our daily lives. Exploring the concept of play in human cultures, and its significance in our daily lives.
Date: 25th Jul - 25th Jul 2026
Add some extra adventure to your time at The English Distillery with 90-minute taster session… Add some extra adventure to your time at The English Distillery with 90-minute taster session…
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