Tamworth Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Tamworth

Find the best Tamworth areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Tamworth
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Drayton Basset

When in Drayton Basset, you can plan a visit to Drayton Manor Theme Park and Ash End House Children's Farm, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

A church with a tower, snow-covered trees, and gravestones in a cemetery.
Photo by Louise Johnson
Open Photo by Louise Johnson

Polesworth

Travellers like the parks in Polesworth, and Pooley Country Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

A suburban road with houses on both sides, a pedestrian crossing, and a roundabout ahead.
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Open Photo by Andy and Hilary

Dordon

While Dordon may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like The Snow Dome and Kingsbury Water Park.

A stone church with a pointed roof, surrounded by a cemetery and leaf-covered grass.
Photo by Humphrey Bolton
Open Photo by Humphrey Bolton

Elford

While Elford isn't home to many top sights, National Memorial Arboretum and Catton Hall are some notable places to visit nearby.

Wigginton

Wigginton is well liked for many features, particularly its golf courses, spas and restaurants. Though there may not be top sights in Wigginton, consider stopping by Tamworth Castle or The Snow Dome, located nearby.

Drayton Manor Hotel

Drayton Manor Hotel

4 out of 5
Drayton Manor Theme Park Tamworth England
The price is £119 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
£119
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Tamworth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay. Overnight for work"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Drayton Manor Hotel
Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham

Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham

4 out of 5
Pendigo Way Birmingham England
The price is £85 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
£85
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 18 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Lovely stay as always, great location with super bar and resturant & spa"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Genting Hotel & Spa at Resorts World Birmingham
Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG

3.5 out of 5
19 Holiday Street Birmingham England
The price is £56 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
£56
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,152 reviews)
"Great stay for business"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Express Birmingham - City Centre by IHG
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Idyllic 2 bedroom Canal facing Cottage in Hopwas

Idyllic 2 bedroom Canal facing Cottage in Hopwas

Hopwas England
Stay at this cottage in Tamworth. Enjoy free Wi-Fi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Tamworth Castle and Namco Funscape are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
"Lovely place and very peaceful watching the boats up and down the canal and having visits from the ducks was lovely. We had everything we needed in the kitchen as it was well stocked. Parking on the pub car park was ok and we also had a lovely meal in there."

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Idyllic 2 bedroom Canal facing Cottage in Hopwas
Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre

Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre

4 out of 5
131 Digbeth Birmingham England
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,370 reviews)
"it was incredibly clean, it was exactly what i wanted. i needed somewhere with a large fridge and a microwave to heat up food and store all the drinks needed for this kind of weather. the only downside for me personally was the tv didn't have all of the popular streaming apps on the interface and ..."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026

Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre
The Gresham Aparthotel

The Gresham Aparthotel

3.5 out of 5
36 Market St Leicester England
Stay at this aparthotel in Leicester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (441 reviews)
"The room was clean and tidy, staff informative and attentive but the hob in the room was without instructions so I think a brief but clear guidance to switching it on and off should be provided."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

The Gresham Aparthotel
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Stay near popular Tamworth attractions

Tamworth Castle

8.4/10 (17 reviews)
Find out about the history of Tamworth when you take a trip to Tamworth Castle. Discover the lively bars in this family-friendly area or seek out the golf courses.
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Things to do

Cotswolds Full-Day Tour From Birmingham

Cotswolds Full-Day Tour From Birmingham

£76
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cotswolds Full-Day Tour From Birmingham
From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour

From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour

£80
per adult
From Birmingham Stonehenge and Bath Day Tour
Picture 1 for Activity Birmingham: Victorian Canals to Today's City Walking Tour

Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour

£15
per adult
Birmingham: Victorian Canals and Modern-Day Birmingham Tour
Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour

Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)

£14
per adult
Birmingham City Centre Daily Walking Tour (10:30am & 2pm)
From Birmingham: Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour

From Birmingham: Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour

£80
per adult
From Birmingham: Stonehenge & Bath Day Tour
Birmingham Scavenger Hunt Interactive Walking Tour

Birmingham Scavenger Hunt Interactive Walking Activity

£26
per traveller
Birmingham Scavenger Hunt Interactive Walking Activity
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Cities near Tamworth

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Birmingham

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Lichfield

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Sutton Coldfield

A golf course with a putting green, sand bunkers, and trees.
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Wishaw

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