Shrewsbury Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Cosford Royal Air Force Museum which includes interior views and aircraft
Marvel at the architecture in Charles Darwin’s birth town. Consider the town’s role in the Theory of Evolution, Industrial Revolution and Welsh-English relations.

The River Severn forms a semi-loop that rings off Shrewsbury’s medieval district. Culturally and historically torn between England and Wales, the lively market town has an important place in the narrative of Britain. Amble through the historic center for a sense of the area’s rich history and proud traditions.

Notice the names and traditions from Wales, whose border is just 9 miles (14 kilometers) west. Admire quaint Tudor architecture, epitomized by the Old Market Hall. Today, this restored 16th-century structure shows art-house movies and puts on cultural events.

Explore the five sections of the adjacent Shrewsbury Museum & Art Gallery. Alongside its Roman artifacts and artworks devoted to Darwin, the museum recalls the era of the woolly mammoth and the later development of Shropshire.

Take a river tour on the loop enclosing the historic center and follow the Shrewsbury Darwin Walk to learn about its favorite son. The trail begins with the modern art monument of Darwin Gate, whose lights mirror the effect of stained-glass windows.

See the real thing in the form of the 14th-century Jesse window in the opulent St. Mary’s Church, attended by Darwin as a schoolboy. Its spire is one of the tallest in the country, towering over Shrewsbury.

Nestled in the arch of the River Severn, the Quarry park provides the town center’s bucolic presence. Attend carnivals and regattas in the 29-acre (12-hectare) grounds, where the mesmerizing floral layout of The Dingle sunken gardens is quite impressive. Outside the town lies the Ironbridge Gorge, whose myriad museums illuminate its major role in the country’s Industrial Revolution.

Note that many pronounce the town’s name as “Shrowsbury.” In the heart of Shropshire, this village is a West Midlands stalwart just 48 miles (77 kilometers) northwest of Birmingham. Take a train to the Shrewsbury railway station or arrive at the nearby Birmingham Airport.

Darwin’s legacy embellishes the historic center within the river loop of Shrewsbury.

Where to stay in Shrewsbury

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Aston

When in Aston, you can plan a visit to Wem Town Hall and Hawkstone Park Hotel Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Aston
Mercure Shrewsbury Albrighton Hall Hotel & Spa
Mercure Shrewsbury Albrighton Hall Hotel & Spa
4 out of 5
Ellesmere Road, Albrighton, Shrewsbury, England
The price is ₹5,580 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
₹5,580
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the spacious rooms in their reviews.
8/10 Very Good! (683 reviews)
"Overall good things about property out weigh poorer ones !"

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Mercure Shrewsbury Albrighton Hall Hotel & Spa
Holiday Inn Express Shrewsbury, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Shrewsbury, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
Sitka Drive Shrewsbury Business Park, Shrewsbury, England
The price is ₹5,929 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
₹5,929
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Staff were helpful. Chef was very accommodating. Would have like some info about keycard being used for lighting"

Reviewed on 2 May 2024

Holiday Inn Express Shrewsbury, an IHG Hotel
Prince Rupert Hotel
Prince Rupert Hotel
4 out of 5
Butcher Row, Shrewsbury, England
The price is ₹10,947 per night from 19 May to 20 May
₹10,947
per night
19 May - 20 May
Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.4/10 Very Good! (900 reviews)
"Perfect location. Very nice staff."

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

Prince Rupert Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Shrewsbury Apartments by Bevolve - Free Parking
Shrewsbury Apartments by Bevolve - Free Parking
3 out of 5
Lancasterian Court, Beacalls Lane, Shrewsbury, England
Stay at this apartment in Shrewsbury. Enjoy free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Shrewsbury Castle and Drummond Outdoor are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (8 reviews)
"An area of the bedroom carpet was very wet and we had to stand on it when accessing the wardrobe and when passing through the door. This was especially unpleasant during the night. The carpet showed no signs of drying out so the possible cause was a drainage leak from the adjacent shower room. The ..."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2023

Shrewsbury Apartments by Bevolve - Free Parking
Long Mountain Centre
Long Mountain Centre
3 out of 5
Pleasant View, Rowley, Westbury, Shrewsbury, England
Stay at this 3-star golf cabin in Shrewsbury. Enjoy free parking, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Popular attractions Powis Castle and Garden and Glyndwr's ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (9 reviews)
"Lovely cabin, equipped with everything we needed for a couple of nights. No towels, but we knew that as communication beforehand was really good. The area is lovely, with horses on the premises and great walking around."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2023

Long Mountain Centre
Meadow Terrace
Meadow Terrace
3 out of 5
24 Meadow Terrace, Shrewsbury, England
Stay at this apartment in Shrewsbury. Enjoy free parking. Popular attractions Shrewsbury Castle and St. Mary's Church are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (1 review)
"Simple , central and cheerful ."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2023

Meadow Terrace
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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5/5 - Excellent

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17 Feb 2020

Beautiful town with great history and good market.

5/5 - Excellent

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26 Jan 2020

A little jewel of a town, we liked it immensely. If you are interested in English history at all you must visit, particularly the new museum.

4/5 - Good

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5 Jan 2020

Loved the Tudor buildings

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
22 Dec 2019

Good shopping and restaurants

5/5 - Excellent

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21 Dec 2019

The Christmas lights are beuautiful

5/5 - Excellent

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19 Dec 2019

Great little market town with loads of pubs and independent shops plus all your mainstream ones. Big 3 floor shopping centre in town. Great antique/collector book shop just across the Welsh bridge from town.

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