Britain’s most easterly city with postcard-perfect medieval looks, Norwich is also a UNESCO City of Literature. Adding to the allure is an impressive history featuring Boudica, the Romans, Vikings, and Normans—the latter of whom built Norwich’s imposing castle and cathedral (one of two). Beyond its history, you'll find a vibrant modern shopping, dining, art, and culture scene, along with a national park and a pretty coastline. There's plenty of things to do in this fascinating city that's far more than the sum of its parts.
Norwich is a city that shines whatever the weather. Summer is arguably the best time to visit, with the Norwich and Norfolk Festival kicking off the season in May and colorful flowers adorning the streets all summer-long, but winter is special, too. There’s a dark romance to the cold season, with the medieval architecture at its dramatic best and the dark skies illuminated with thousands of Christmas lights.
A great city for walkers and cyclists, Norwich has a compact city center with many pedestrianized alleys and streets dotted with historic attractions, cafés, and independent shops. While you may want a car if you’re planning on heading further afield, it isn’t strictly necessary, with great public transport and convenient train connections to London and the rest of the UK.
Norwich’s historical center often takes center stage for visitors interested in its long-ago past, but it’s also made it onto the more recent big screen. Eagle-eyed movie lovers may have noticed Norwich Cathedral featuring in the Harry Potter movies and Jack the Giant Slayer, while Elm Hill was in Stardust. The Sainsbury Centre at the University of East Anglia was heavily featured in the Avengers franchise, with cameos in Spider-Man: Homecoming,Avengers: Age of Ultron, and Avengers: Infinity War.
