Nottingham Self Guided Walking Tour

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(2 reviews)
Nottingham, England

3 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English and 1 more

Discover Nottingham, a vibrant, forward-thinking city deeply rooted in its fascinating past.

Starting and ending at the Old Market Square, this roughly circular route takes you past iconic landmarks including the Park Tunnel and historic Nottingham Castle. You'll uncover a pub uniquely carved into a cliff face and explore a mysterious sandstone tunnel deep beneath the city streets.

Nottingham is famed for its subterranean wonders, expect descents into underground features, including steps and a large tunnel to walk through.

Along the way, your guide Helen shares insider tips and local haunts, so you'll always know the best spots to pause and soak in the atmosphere.

This is a self-guided outdoor walking tour. Most stops are exterior visits, for the few attractions offering indoor entry, you're welcome to visit independently at your own expense.

What's Included

Easy to use app
Unlimited access to this Self-Guided Tour on the app
Helen will guide you through an audio guide (no computer-generated voice!)
Map, directions, GPS route and stops of each tour
Audio guide, pictures, recommendations and all the info you need
In-person Guide
For the few attractions along the route that offer indoor entry, you're welcome to visit independently at your own expense during or after the tour.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
Old Market Square

This is a flexible, self-guided audio tour, so you can start it any day, at any time that suits you best. Once you book, you’ll get access to the tour and can begin whenever you're ready.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Old Market Square

    It was once Europe’s largest public square. It’s still the biggest market square in England.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    The Sky Mirror is the work of artist Sir Anish Kapoor, the sculptor behind Chicago’s Cloud Gate, which is often referred to as “The Bean”.

    5 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    In 1875, the building was renovated and turned into a Museum of Fine Art, and in World War II it was used as a lookout, munitions store and even allotments tended to by Italian prisoners of war. Exterior visit only. Entry to Nottingham Castle not included.

    10 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 4

    The site of Broadmarsh was Nottingham’s old shopping centre.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    It’s thought that this is one of the oldest parts of the city, dating back to the 5th century.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6

    In the 1920s, plans were drawn for a new Council House. The building was expected to cost £500,000, which was a lot of money, particularly during a time of recession.

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Nottingham

    The tour features 18 stops, each packed with history and fascinating facts. Highlights include: - The Robin Hood Statue - Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem - Castle Gate - The Park Tunnel - City of Caves - Nottingham Contemporary - The Weekday Cross - ans others

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Tags

Half-day Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Audio Guides
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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