Bowthorpe Travel Guide
Norwich
Popular places to visit
University of East Anglia
Explore the campus of University of East Anglia during your stay in Norwich. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Norwich Castle
Norwich’s most prominent historic site is now home to a splendid museum and art gallery, with exhibits spanning many centuries.
BeWILDerwood
Bring your family to BeWILDerwood and enjoy this exciting theme park in Hoveton. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Norwich Cathedral
Visit this spectacular historic building to attend a service, event or exhibition, or simply to marvel at its splendid Romanesque architecture.
The Forum
Home to art exhibitions, a café, a library and family-friendly festivals, this is one of Norwich’s most visited attractions.
Norwich City Hall
In the heart of Norwich’s civic center is an Art Deco masterpiece that is home to the stylishly decorated rooms of the city council.
Things to do
Norwich City Game: Medieval Mystery & Walking Tour
The Little Town of Champions: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Cromer
Norwich’s Medieval Heart: A Self Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Bowthorpe
Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort
Breakfast and parking great
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
The Maids Head Hotel
The hotel is located in the centre of Norwich next to the cathedral, everything is in walking distance. Our suite was located on the top floor via a small spiral staircase, ok for us but anyone with mobility issues would find it difficult. Bed and bathroom were comfortable with everything that we ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Sprowston Manor Hotel, Spa & Golf
The building is run down, the room we were put in had a dip in it either by broken floorboards under the Lino. The jacuzzi was not on. The breakfast was bleak. However the reception lady was helpful.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
George Hotel, BW Signature Collection
Staff were amazing, friendly and very helpful. Great location and parking Bar prices very reasonable
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Wayford Bridge Inn
Great stay just 1 night. Hav stayed hear before many times nice rooms friendly staff lovely breakfast and a great location very reasonable price would recommend gary g.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Holiday Inn Norwich City by IHG
My two daughters and I were informed by reception the night before that breakfast would start at a certain time. However, when we arrived the next morning, we were told by the lady behind the bar that because it was a bank holiday, breakfast would open an hour later. While we understood the change, ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bowthorpe
Earlham
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Earlham. You might want to make time for a stop at UEA Sportspark or Sainsbury Centre for the Visual Arts.
Eaton
Eaton might not have many top sights, but Norwich Theatre Royal and The Forum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Golden Triangle
While visiting Golden Triangle, you might make a stop by sights like The Plantation Garden and St John the Baptist Cathedral.
Norwich City Center
Travellers come to Norwich City Center for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Tombland and Elm Hill while you're in town.
Lakenham
While there might not be top attractions in Lakenham, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Carrow Road Stadium and Dragon Hall.
Old Catton
Though Old Catton may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Catton Park and Mousehold Heath.
