Congratulations! You have just selected a great serviced apartment in Nottingham and have successfully completed the booking and purchasing process. While you are packing your stuff, you probably wonder what to do next? What does the mysterious city of Robin Hood have to offer you? We have very good news for you! Nottingham has a wide range of activities and attractions. You won’t get bored regardless of whether you are coming to do a business or as a tourist.
We’ve been providing long- and short-term rentals in Nottingham for several years and we always try to encourage our guests to see the treasures of this beautiful city.
Here are 6 things worth seeing in Nottingham chosen by Amber Serviced Apartments team and our guests.
1. Step out of your serviced apartment in Nottingham and lose yourself in learning about Nottingham’s rich history.
Nottingham is primarily associated with Robin Hood. However, not everyone knows that Nottingham has been recognized by UNESCO as a City of Literature. It has a historical heritage of the region that cannot be overestimated.
The castle is a must see when visiting Nottingham. It is only a 10-minute walk from the city centre. Inside the castle you will find museums and galleries detailing the rich cultural past of Nottingham as a city. Don’t forget to grab a selfie with the Robin Hood statue, and drop into the nearby pub called “Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem” to get a little merry in true Robin Hood style. Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem is widely known as the oldest inn in the land and was built in soft sandstone rock. The pub with historic charms has been welcoming all thirsty and hungry travellers since 1189.
At the top of Nottingham Castle there is a viewpoint with breathtaking views of the entire city.
2. Explore Nottingham’s green apartments.
Did you know that Nottingham is greener than Robin Hood’s hat? The largest number of Green Flag parks in the country, tree-lined boulevards, the River Trent and Sherwood Forest alongside beautiful heritage sites such as Wollaton Hall and Deer Park, Newstead Abbey and Rufford Abbey makes Nottinghamshire the best place to relax in nature.
First on the list, Wollaton Hall is an Elizabethan house set in five hundred acres of spectacular gardens, only 20 minutes from the city centre. The house is now Nottingham Natural History Museum with Nottingham Industrial Museum in the outbuildings. In Wollaton Hall were filmed scenes for the movie “Batman – The Dark Knight”.
Next is the Arboretum – an essential stop on a visit to the city. The park was founded in 1852 and supposedly inspired the Neverland from the fairy tale of Peter Pan. There you will find over 800 trees, including many planted 150 years ago, plus flowers and countless other plants. The Tree Trail and Heritage Trail routes run through the park.
3. Nottingham as a sporting destination.
A stay even in the most beautiful serviced apartment in Nottingham may not soothe your stress. A new place and professional challenges can sometimes take their toll. Fortunately, Nottingham is a city of sports. Here you will find the world-renowned Trent Bridge cricket ground, the world’s first football league club and double European champions Nottingham Forest.
4. Feel like an explorer. Discover the hidden world beneath Nottingham city.
Don’t stay in your comfortable apartment at all the time! There is so much to discover here. Don’t be afraid of getting lost. That’s the fun of it! If you fancy hidden caves and undiscovered places, Nottingham is the best place to visit. For now, we know that there are about 800 underwater caves and a network of cobbled alleys waiting to be explored. Here, getting lost leads straight to fascinating geological discoveries.
5 Party all night and rest in your serviced apartment in Nottingham.
Our beautiful apartments will be a nice and comfy place to rest after a whole night’s party. Each serviced apartment in Nottingham features everything you need to have a comfortable stay. However, the city life will draw you out anyway.
Nottingham is a city of entertainment. Here you will find concert halls, carnivals, festivals celebrating everything from caves and comedy to cider and cinema. The Robin Hood Festival is held annually in the Sherwood Forest. It’s not to be missed!
If you like to party, you will surely end up in The Old Market Square. It is the largest square in Great Britain, forming the city centre. All kinds of events, fairs, concerts or exhibitions usually take place there.
6. Nottingham is also great destination for shopping lovers.
If somehow you won’t throw yourself in and have fun, the wide range of stores will give you an amazing time. Here you will find souvenirs to take home and gifts for your loved ones. The high street, especially, is full of boutiques and shops. You will also find numerous large shopping centres that will guarantee a successful shopping experience. We encourage you to explore!