Top Norwich Cultural Tours

Discover the rich history of Colchester with guided tours that bring 2000 years of heritage to life. Join our knowledgeable guides as you stroll through the historic streets, learning about the Roman legions, the largest Norman castle keep in Europe, and the events of the Civil War. Experience an exclusive visit to one of the few Roman theatres in Britain and delve into tales of Boudicca's rebellion. Perfect for history buffs and families alike, our regular walks are available three times a week or can be customized for private groups. - Regular tours on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday at 11:00 AM - Personal tours available for a minimum of two people at any time - Explore themed walks including Medieval, Tudor, and Haunted Colchester - Ticket prices: £18 for adults, £8 for children under 16

Created by a dedicated researcher with a passion for uncovering the unique history of coastal towns, this atmospheric audio tour explores the storied past of a seaside champion. While standard tours stick to dry scripts and tourist-heavy piers, this digital experience leads you along the rugged 100-million-year-old coastline and through the quiet backstreets where Cromer’s true character is found. The narrative highlights tales of daring maritime rescues and local legends like the suffragette Emily Davison. Using smart GPS technology, the authentic commentary and local insights play automatically as you walk, functioning entirely offline to ensure a seamless exploration without data concerns. By the time you pass the historic Red Lion Hotel and stand before the towering spire of Cromer Parish Church, the town’s heritage will have transformed into a vivid, personal history. You will leave the walk feeling less like a visitor and more like a true Norfolk insider.

Norwich is a charming medieval city with a thriving arts and cultural scene. On this self-guided walking tour, you'll see some of the city’s most significant landmarks and hear stories its best artistic and cultural highlights. The tour begins at the Edith Cavell Memorial with the brave story of the British nurse who heroically freed 200 allied soldiers in Belgium. You’ll visit the medieval Norwich Castle, the elegant Royal Arcade with its Art Nouveau splendor, and wander through vibrant Norwich Market with its distinctive striped roofs, continuing a trading tradition that dates back 900 years. At the South Asia Collection, you’ll see a museum housed in a former Victorian skating rink, which features extraordinary artefacts from India, Pakistan, and Southeast Asia. The tour concludes at the Maddermarket Theatre, originally an 18th-century chapel that became an Elizabethan-style playhouse in 1921, named after the medieval market where madder plants used for red dye were sold.