Head to the historic city of Shrewsbury
Enjoy the area's churches, history and monuments and make a vacation rental your home during your stay in Shrewsbury. Travelers to this welcoming city praise the bars, cafes and spas. A vacation rental can help make your stay complete. Many rentals come with a full kitchen and laundry facilities.
Activities and attractions in and around Shrewsbury
Are you hoping to find top things to see and do while you're in the area? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and experience everything that Shrewsbury has to offer. Here are some of the major attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Hawkstone Park Hotel Golf Course (11.3 mi / 18.2 km)
- Telford Ice Rink (13.2 mi / 21.2 km)
- Alderford Lake (17.2 mi / 27.6 km)
- Lion Quays Spa (18.6 mi / 29.9 km)
- David Austin Roses (19.7 mi / 31.7 km)
- Astbury Golf Course (20.3 mi / 32.7 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Shrewsbury
Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to take in the scenery, Shrewsbury is a great place to get out in nature. These are a few of the area's most eye-catching features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- The Quarry Park (0.3 mi / 0.5 km)
- The Wrekin (9 mi / 14.4 km)
- Carding Mill Valley and the Long Mynd (11.4 mi / 18.4 km)
- Hawkstone Park Follies (11.6 mi / 18.7 km)
- Hodnet Hall Gardens (12.3 mi / 19.8 km)
- Ironbridge Gorge (12.5 mi / 20.1 km)
Traveling to and around Shrewsbury
Fly into Chester (CEG-Hawarden), the closest airport, located 33.4 mi (53.8 km) from the city center. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could book a flight to John Lennon Airport (LPL), which is 43.7 mi (70.3 km) away.
If you're traveling by train, Shrewsbury Station, Yorton Station and Wem Station are the main stations in the city.