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.
BeWILDerwood
Bring your family to BeWILDerwood and enjoy this exciting theme park in Hoveton. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.
Banham Zoo
Why not see the exotic and native animals who call Banham Zoo home during your trip to Banham? Visit the lively bars or 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.
Norwich Castle
Norwich’s most prominent historic site is now home to a splendid museum and art gallery, with exhibits spanning many centuries.
Snetterton Race Circuit
Catch an event at Snetterton Race Circuit during your trip to Snetterton. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Things to do
Top hotels in Bowthorpe
Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort
Fantastic stay
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
The Maids Head Hotel
Very quick and friendly check in.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Sprowston Manor Hotel, Spa & Golf
Arriving at Sprowston Hall it was impressive. However, Room was tucked up a lot of stairs (not told of this at reception) Bed was very uncomfortable, duvet was too small for a double bed - with 2 people in, only 2 pillows (which werent comfortable) - no spare. Room was freezing too. Went to the bar ...
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Norwich City by IHG
The hotel is very comfortable and clean, but the staff are what set it well above the norm.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
George Hotel, BW Signature Collection
The George Hotel was excellent. It is conveniently situated a short distance from the centre of Norwich. The staff were always cheerful and efficient. We had a ground floor annexe room which was ideal for our dog.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Norwich by IHG
Room was a bit tatty and the light switch turned off the socket at night which was not helpful to charge a phone.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 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.
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.
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.
Thorpe Hamlet
While visiting Thorpe Hamlet, you might make a stop by sights like Norfolk Broads and Lion Wood.
