What to do in Shrewsbury

Activities, attractions and tours

Cosford Royal Air Force Museum showing aircraft and interior views
Cosford Royal Air Force Museum which includes interior views and aircraft
Cosford Royal Air Force Museum showing interior views, heritage elements and aircraft
Cosford Royal Air Force Museum showing interior views and aircraft
Cosford Royal Air Force Museum featuring aircraft and interior views

Shrewsbury Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Shrewsbury has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, 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 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.

Activities and Tours

Shrewsbury is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore 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 Shrewsbury to make sure that you enjoy your experience 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, 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.

Shrewsbury Attractions

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Looking for things to do 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 or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Shrewsbury attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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Recommended things to do in Shrewsbury

Number of things to do
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Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Shropshire: Sheep Trek with the Smallest Sheep in the World: CA $28
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Half-day tours
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What to do in Shrewsbury

Discover the most popular places to visit in Shrewsbury

An interesting country park full of follies, caves, grottos and rock formations.

Hawkstone Park Follies

Explore the great outdoors at Hawkstone Park Follies, a lovely green space in Weston-under-Redcastle. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this relaxing area.

Hawkstone Park Follies
Beautiful place to walk around

The Quarry Park

Explore the great outdoors at The Quarry Park, a lovely green space in Shrewsbury. Savor the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

The Quarry Park
Amazing garden and beautiful place!

Shrewsbury Castle

Shrewsbury Castle is just one of the places to see in Shrewsbury, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Savor the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.

Shrewsbury Castle
Wonderful Roman ruin great place to visit

Wroxeter Roman City

Learn about the local history of Wroxeter when you take a trip to Wroxeter Roman City. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.

Wroxeter Roman City

Attingham Park

Learn about the local history of Shrewsbury when you spend time at Attingham Park. Savor the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

Attingham Park

Shrewsbury Abbey

You can find out about the history of Shrewsbury with a visit to Shrewsbury Abbey. Savor the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

Shrewsbury Abbey

Hawkstone Park Hotel Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Weston-under-Redcastle at Hawkstone Park Hotel Golf Course. Check out the top-notch restaurants or lively bars in this romantic area.

Hawkstone Park Hotel Golf Course

Old Market Hall

You can learn about the history of Shrewsbury with a stop at Old Market Hall. Savor the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

Old Market Hall

Haughmond Hill

Enjoy an outing to Haughmond Hill during your stay in Upton Magna. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Haughmond Hill

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Aston

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Aston and surrounding area, you can visit Wem Town Hall and Hawkstone Park Hotel Golf Course.

Aston

 

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Day trip destinations from Shrewsbury

Telford which includes a lake or waterhole, night scenes and a city

Telford

Powis Castle which includes a castle, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Welshpool

St Cuthbert's Church, Durham

Bishops Castle

Walford Pool

Baschurch

Rushbury: could it be the Manor House, I don't know.
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Rushbury

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Frequently asked questions

Is Shrewsbury worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Shrewsbury is visit Shrewsbury Castle. Tick this leading attraction off your itinerary, then experience more of the area's walking trails and cycling.
How do I spend a day in Shrewsbury?
Start your adventures with a visit to Shrewsbury Castle and Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery. Then, check out different parts of Shrewsbury for local restaurants and some retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Shrewsbury?
Don't leave without exploring Shrewsbury Castle, ranked the top tourist attraction in Shrewsbury.
Is three days enough to stay in Shrewsbury?
You can easily tick off leading sights like Shrewsbury Castle, Wroxeter Roman City and Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery with a three-day getaway in Shrewsbury. On average, most travellers plan two days here. There's plenty to experience nearby too, so stay a while longer and venture to Wolverhampton.
What are some activities to do in Shrewsbury with kids?
Whether you're vacationing with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, a fun-filled itinerary makes a big difference. Check out our ideas for what to do in Shrewsbury with kids.

What to do in Shrewsbury for adults?
Imagine Spa is one of the top things to do in Shrewsbury. With lots of activities available, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Shrewsbury?
From checking out parks to strolling around vibrant neighbourhoods, it's simple to discover free things to do in Shrewsbury. If you're in need of ideas, ask for recommendations from a local tour guide. Coleham Pumping Station is a great spot for anyone wishing to save on their travelling adventures.

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