What to do in Nottingham

Activities, attractions and tours
Nottingham featuring a castle and heritage architecture

Nottingham Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Nottingham has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Nottingham, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Nottingham with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Nottingham

Nottingham is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Nottingham, and make it a breeze to explore Nottingham and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Nottingham to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Nottingham, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Nottingham.

Nottingham attractions

Nottingham has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Nottingham to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Nottingham.

Looking for things to do in Nottingham can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Nottingham or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Nottingham attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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Nottingham City Centre

4/5(556 area reviews)

A castle on a grassy mound stands as a reminder of Nottingham’s rich medieval history, while the diverse playhouses and shopping malls look modern.

Nottingham City Centre
Lace Market featuring road cycling, a city and street scenes

Lace Market

Admire the 19th-century architecture in this stylish zone. The old lace warehouses here have been converted into shops, museums, apartments and restaurants.

Lace Market
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The Park

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

Though The Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nottingham Playhouse and Nottingham Cathedral.

The Park

Basford

Though Basford may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rock City Nottingham and Nottingham Cathedral.

Basford
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Hockley

Bars, shopping and theatres highlight some of the notable features of Hockley. Make a stop by The Lost Caves while you're exploring.

Hockley
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Hyson Green

Hyson Green might not have many top sights, but Nottingham Cathedral and Rock City Nottingham are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hyson Green

Day trip destinations from Nottingham