Welcome to Nottingham city breaks

Capital for culture, capital for shopping - Nottingham is the perfect city break destination. Home to some of the best shopping in the UK, an exciting cultural calendar and recognised nationally for the quality of its restaurants and bars, this city has it all.

From Paul Smith and Hugo Boss to Top Shop and New Look, Habitat and Lakeland to Jass Interiors and Atomic, you can go from designer to the best of the high street in a couple of steps. Nottingham’s compact city centre, pedestrianised streets and tram system make it easy to get around. And our city break hotels cater for all pockets, whether you’re looking for budget or boutique. You’ll be guaranteed the warm welcome and central location that will make your break a success. 

The Bolshoi Ballet, the British Art Show, the nottdance festival… just a few of the cultural highlights that took place in the city in 2006. Check our events listings for future events. We recommend the International Children’s Theatre and Dance Festival and the Nottingham Classics programme at the Royal Concert Hall. 

The city is centrally located and easily accessible by road, rail and air, so you’ll arrive relaxed and ready to enjoy your break. Head into the city for a bite to eat and you’ll be overwhelmed by choice. There’s more than 300 places to eat in the city centre alone, ranging from classic British and French cuisines to Japanese, Lebanese and Thai.

Nottingham - the city with all the ingredients for the perfect city break. Get booking and come and take a look for yourself.