Why go
- City and non-metropolitan district in Norfolk, England.
- Served by Norwich Airport (NWI).
History
Norwich is a cathedral city and district of the county of Norfolk, England, of which it is the county town. It lies by the River Wensum, about 100 mi (160 km) north-east of London, 40 mi (64 km) north of Ipswich and 65 mi (105 km) east of Peterborough. The population of the Norwich City Council local authority area was estimated to be 144,000 in 2021, which was an increase from 143,135 in 2019. The wider Norwich built-up area had a population of 213,166 at the 2011 United Kingdom census.
Where to stay
97 Earlham Rd, Norwich NR2 3RF, United Kingdom · goldentrianglerooms.co.uk
Theatre St, Norwich NR2 1RQ, United Kingdom · assemblyhousenorwich.co.uk
94 Rosebery Rd, Norwich NR3 3AB, United Kingdom · theroseberypubnorwich.co.uk
20 Tombland, Norwich NR3 1LB, United Kingdom · maidsheadhotel.co.uk
25 St Stephens Rd, Norwich NR1 3SP, United Kingdom · alfornorestaurant.co.uk
30-34 Unthank Rd, Norwich NR2 2RB, United Kingdom · thegeorgiantownhousenorwich.com
Carrow Rd, Norwich NR1 1HU, United Kingdom · ihg.com
18-22 Stracey Rd, Norwich NR1 1EZ, United Kingdom · marlboroughhotel.co.uk
2 Stracey Rd, Norwich NR1 1EZ, United Kingdom · revadohotels.com
Cromer Rd, Norwich NR6 6JA, United Kingdom · ihg.com
Duke St, Norwich NR3 3AP, United Kingdom · premierinn.com
Prince of Wales Rd, Norwich NR1 1DX, United Kingdom · premierinn.com
8-9 Riverside Rd, Norwich NR1 1SQ, United Kingdom · centralhotel-norwich.co.uk
2 Earlham Rd, Norwich NR2 3DB, United Kingdom · nysdill-hotel-norwich.com.es
Indoor
Drayton High Rd, Hellesdon, Norwich NR6 5DU, United Kingdom · ihg.com
139 Queens Rd, Norwich NR1 3PN, United Kingdom · namastepalace.com
16 Riverside Rd, Norwich NR1 1SN, United Kingdom · riversidehotelnorwich.co.uk
Indoor
82 Unthank Rd, Norwich NR2 2RW, United Kingdom · number82theunthank.co.uk
6 Newmarket Rd, Norwich NR2 2LA, United Kingdom · bestwestern.co.uk
10 Arlington Ln, Newmarket Rd, Norwich NR2 2DA, United Kingdom · georgehotel.co.uk
The Town House, Norfolk, 18-22 Yarmouth Rd, Thorpe St Andrew, Norwich NR7 0EF, United Kingdom · innkeeperscollection.co.uk
60-62 Prince of Wales Rd, Norwich NR1 1LT, United Kingdom · hotelbelmonte.co.uk
2 - 6 Earlham Rd, Norwich NR2 3DB, United Kingdom · via.eviivo.com
Wroxham Rd, Norwich NR7 8RP, United Kingdom · britanniahotels.com
Prince of Wales Rd, Norwich NR1 1BD, United Kingdom
431 Earlham Rd, Norwich NR4 7HL, United Kingdom
All Hallows House, Rouen Rd, Norwich NR1 1QT, United Kingdom · allhallowsnorwich.co.uk
Indoor
Indoor
60 St Faiths Ln, Norwich NR1 1NN, United Kingdom · wellingtonapartments.co.uk
Restaurants & places to go
French, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 09:00-23:00; Su 10:00-22:30 Features: outdoor seating, vegan options, step-free access · 29 Exchange Street,… · cote.co.uk
Sandwich, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Fr 07:00-20:00; Sa 09:00-20:00; Su 10:00-20:00 Features: takeaway · 75 Magdalen Street, Norwich, NR3 1AA · restaurants.subway.com
Thai, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 11:45-15:00,17:45-22:30 · 8 Orford Hill, Norwich, NR1 3QD · mango-t.co.uk
Jamaican, Restaurant · Opening hours: Su-We 11:30-23:30; Th 11:30-00:30; Fr-Sa 11:30-01:30 · 8 Swan Lane, Norwich, NR2 1HZ · turtlebay.co.uk
Steak, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 12:00-22:00; Su 12:00-21:00 · 30-32 St Giles Street, Norwich, NR2 1LL · primesteak.co.uk
Fine Dining, Restaurant · Opening hours: We-Sa 12:00-14:00,18:00-20:30;Su 12:00-15:30 · Mill Road, Norwich, NR14 8PA · stokemill.co.uk
Restaurant · restaurant · 18-22 Yarmouth Road, Norwich, NR7 0EF · stonehouserestaurants.co.uk
Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-We 09:00-17:30; Th-Sa 09:00-21:00; Su 09:00-15:30 Features: outdoor seating · 9 Elm Hill, Norwich, NR3 1HN · britonsarms.co.uk
Japanese, Restaurant · Japanese restaurant · 6 Tombland, Norwich, NR3 1HE · shikirestaurant.co.uk
Spanish, Basque, Restaurant · Spanish/Basque restaurant · 26 Saint Benedicts Street, Norwich, NR2 4AQ
Bubble Tea, Cafe · Bubble Tea cafe · 30 Gentlemans Walk, Norwich, NR2 1NA
Donut, Fast Food · Doughnuts Opening hours: Mo-Sa 08:00-19:00; Su 10:00-17:00 Features: takeaway · 105 Saint Stephen's Arcade, Norwich, NR2 1SB · shops.krispykreme.co.uk
Indian, Fast Food · Fine Bangladeshi & Indian Takeaway Opening hours: Mo-Su 17:00-23:00 Features: takeaway, delivery · 42 Saint Augustine's Street, Norwich,… · norwichbombayspice.co.uk
Lasagne, Fast Food · A delicious variety of lasagnes on offer either by the portion or trays cooked to order. Traditional and vegetarian varieties are on… · facebook.com
Pizza, Kebab, Burger, Fast Food · Pizza · Kebab · Burgers · Fried Chicken Opening hours: Mo-Fr 14:30-22:00; Sa-Su 15:00-22:00 · 2 Kestral Avenue, Norwich, NR8… · mightycrust.bytable.net
Mushy Peas, Fast Food · It sells its own fresh homemade mushy peas along with tasty mint sauce, assorted pies, bacon rolls, old-fashioned Westler burgers, hot… · facebook.com
Regional, Fast Food · We are a lovely food takeaway of different types of food including kebabs we also deliver in the evenings Opening hours: Tu, Th-Fr… · avenuefishandchipsnr5.co.uk
Fish And Chips, Fast Food · Established in 1953 and widely-renowned for its tasty homemade chips, Ron's serve up cod and sausages in their own homemade batter… · norwich.gov.uk
Sausage, Fast Food · Fantastically tasty homemade sausages are served here to be enjoyed best in a bun with a choice of accompaniments including homemade… · norwich.gov.uk
Caribbean, Fast Food · Coral Bay is a Husband and wife team, specialising in homecooked tasty Jamaican Cuisine serving up dishes like Jerk Chicken, Curried… · m.facebook.com
Chinese, Asian, Fast Food · Opened by local brothers Ping and Hing Lau in August 2010 Opening hours: Tu-Su,PH 17:00-23:00 Features: delivery · 86 Colman Road,… · eastchinesetakeaway.com
Chips, Fast Food · Traditional Lucy's Chips Stalls on Norwich Market established Since 1971 frying in Beef Dripping and Vegetable Oil using new fresh cut… · en-gb.facebook.com
Italian, Fast Food · Bruno and Rocco cook up delicious fresh pizzas and calzone, arancini and a daily list of beautiful pasta specials. Opening hours: Mo-Sa;… · sicilyvan.co.uk
Street Food, Fast Food · Wonderful Shanghai and Singapore-style street food cooked freshly by Alan including favourites like chicken katsu and crispy chicken… · norwich.gov.uk
Chilean, Fast Food · Authentic Chilean food based on family recipes passed down through generations. Empanadas, ensaladas and much more, also daily lunch time… · facebook.com
Turkish, Fast Food · Homemade Turkish food including baklava, breakfast pastries as well as burgers and toasted sandwiches. Opening hours: Mo-Sa; Su closed ·… · norwich.gov.uk
Falafel, Fast Food · You can find falafels with a huge range of creative accompaniments including halloumi and pickled vegetables, and an innovative… · norwich.gov.uk
Juice, Fast Food · A wide choice of freshly squeezed and cold-pressed juices and smoothies - each ingredient chosen with care to ensure a perfect blend.… · norwich.gov.uk
Jacket Potato, Fast Food · Mariana has taken over Norwich's best jacket potatoes with a whole array of fillings at this friendly stall. It is also the home of… · facebook.com
Roast, Fast Food · Succulent freshly-cooked pork sourced from Norfolk and Suffolk with all the trimmings is the fayre from this delicious stall. Crispy… · norwich.gov.uk
Soup, Fast Food · Fresh fusion noodle soups created in meat and vegetarian variations packed with fresh vegetables and more. Opening hours: Tu-Sa 11:00-15:00;… · norwich.gov.uk
Asian, Fast Food · An ever changing menu of authentic deliciousness. Pad Thai, Massaman curries and much much more are cooked freshly taking themes and… · norwich.gov.uk
Mexican, Fast Food · Real California Burritos & Tacos · 18 White Lion Street, Norwich, NR2 1PX · tortilla.co.uk
Burger, Fast Food · Opening hours: Su-Th 11:00-23:00; Fr-Sa 11:00-24:00 Features: takeaway, step-free access · 17-27 Orford Place, Norwich, NR1 3QA · restaurants.fiveguys.co.uk
Coffee Shop, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 08:30-18:00; Su 10:00-16:00 Features: takeaway · storelocator.asda.com
Ice Cream · Shakes, bubble waffle, gelato, sundae, sandwiches · 2 Sprowston Road, Norwich, NR3 4QN · thickshakelab.co.uk
Chicken, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-We 09:00-18:00; Th 09:00-20:00; Fr-Sa 09:00-19:00; Su 11:00-17:00; PH 10:00-18:00 Features: takeaway · 309 The Dining… · kfc.co.uk
British, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 08:00-23:00; Su,PH 09:00-22:30 · 2-10 Back of the Inns, Norwich, NR2 1PT · bills-website.co.uk
American, Restaurant · Opening hours: Su-Th 12:00-22:30; Fr-Sa 12:00-23:00 · 5a Wherry Road, Norwich, NR1 1WX · tgifridays.co.uk
Sushi, Restaurant · Opening hours: Mo-Sa 12:00-23:00; Su 12:00-22:30 Features: step-free access · 403 Chapelfield Plain, Norwich, NR2 1SZ · yosushi.com
Mediterranean, Cafe · Opening hours: Mo-Su 11:00-23:00 Features: outdoor seating · 128 Dereham Road, Norwich, NR2 3AF · toho-hookah-bar.business.site
Noodle, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 11:00-21:00 Features: takeaway · 31 Gentlemans Walk, Norwich, NR2 1NB · chopstixnoodles.co.uk
Tex-Mex, Fast Food · Opening hours: Mo-Su 11:00-23:00 Features: takeaway, vegan options · 12 London Street, Norwich, NR2 1LF · locations.tacobell.co.uk
Kebab, Fast Food · Opening hours: Su-Th 16:00-00:00; Fr-Sa 16:00-01:00 · 120 Hall Road, Norwich, NR1 3HP · just-eat.co.uk
International, Restaurant · Opening hours: Th-Sa 19:00-22:00; Sa 12:00-14:30 · Norwich, NR14 7PZ · brasteds.co.uk
355 more places in the Ultimate edition. See the Ultimate edition →
Airports
Norwich Airport (NWI) 2.7 mi to the centre
Norwich, Norfolk, ENG, GB — Indoor waiting areas, but some gates board by bus or on foot across the apron — plan for the weather on the day. ✈ 6 airlines (Flybe, Eastern Airways, Air Malta, Air Sicilia…) · direct flights to 8 destinations incl. Aberdeen, Amsterdam, Edinburgh, Guernsey, Humberside… (OpenFlights route data).
✈ Airlines & flight paths — 6 airlines, 8 direct destinations
- Flybe BE (D38, Dash 8-400) · 4 routes: Edinburgh, Guernsey*, Jersey, Manchester*
- Eastern Airways T3 (S20) · 2 routes: Aberdeen, Humberside
- Air Malta KM (A320) · 1 route: Malta
- Air Sicilia BM (ERJ-145, ER3) · 1 route: Aberdeen
- Alitalia AZ (F70) · 1 route: Amsterdam*
- KLM Royal Dutch Airlines KL (F70) · 1 route: Amsterdam*
Routes and aircraft from OpenFlights (open data; a point-in-time snapshot). * = codeshare. Linked destinations open their own guidebook. Flight numbers are not in the open data — they come from the airline or a paid schedule feed.
Seething Airfield 10 mi to the centre
Mundham, Norfolk, ENG, GB
Old Buckenham Airfield 14 mi to the centre
Old Buckenham, Norfolk, ENG, GB
Shipdham Airfield 15 mi to the centre
Thetford, Norfolk, ENG, GB
Green Lane Farm Airstrip 5.5 mi to the centre
Norwich, Norfolk, ENG, GB
Felthorpe Airfield 6.3 mi to the centre
Norwich, Norfolk, ENG, GB
Getting there by ferry
Reedham Chain Ferry
Ferry terminal · 12 mi from the centre
Thorpe Ferry
Ferry route
Ferry to Nature Trail (Th, Su)
Ferry route
Horning Foot Ferry
Ferry route · https://www.horningfootferry.co.uk/
Where things are
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Photographs
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When to go
Tourist season
May – September
The warmer, longer-day half of the year is the safest bet for a first visit.
Shoulder season
April, October
Cooler and quieter, with fewer visitors and better value.
Worth avoiding
Deep winter
Short days and the coldest weather — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Norwich Airport (NWI); 35 other airports serve the wider area. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below. By air: NWI has direct flights to 8 destinations on 6 airlines (incl. Aberdeen, Amsterdam, Edinburgh, Guernsey, Humberside…). By water: 1 ferry terminal within 12 mi (nearest: Reedham Chain Ferry, 12 mi); routes include Thorpe Ferry, Ferry to Nature Trail (Th, Su), Horning Foot Ferry.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Norwich, United Kingdom. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.
Trains & rail
National rail
Coaches & shuttles
Intercity coach
Intercity coach