Basford Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

University of Nottingham

University of Nottingham

Overlooking a lake, the spire of the Trent Building is one of Nottingham’s most distinctive sites, representing over 135 years of higher education in the city.

University of Nottingham
Motorpoint Arena Nottingham

Motorpoint Arena Nottingham

Catch an event at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham during your trip to Nottingham. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.

Motorpoint Arena Nottingham
Theatre Royal showing theatre scenes, street scenes and a city

Theatre Royal

Watch an entertaining show and learn about the city’s dramatic arts scene at this prominent theater. Meet friends for a pre-show chat in the bar or restaurant.

Theatre Royal
Trent Bridge

Trent Bridge

You can find out about the history of Nottingham with a visit to Trent Bridge. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.

Trent Bridge
Nottingham featuring a castle, heritage architecture and a fountain

Wolla­ton Hall

See the real-life Wayne Manor from the Batman franchise and explore its fascinating museum and vast scenic grounds where deer roam.

Wolla­ton Hall
Nottingham Castle which includes heritage elements and château or palace

Nottingham Castle

Hear tales of sieges, civil war, high treason and Robin Hood in this historic castle that conceals a labyrinth of underground tunnels.

Nottingham Castle

Activities

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom

NZ$5
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Europe Package - United Kingdom
Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History

Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History

NZ$22
per adult
Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History
Private Nottingham Walking Tour with Local Guide

Private Nottingham Walking Tour with Local Guide

NZ$279
per traveller
Private Nottingham Walking Tour with Local Guide
Detail of Watson Fothergill's Office, Nottingham as featured on the Guided Walk.

Watson Fothergill Walk: Architecture of Victorian Nottingham Guided Tour

NZ$45
per adult
Watson Fothergill Walk: Architecture of Victorian Nottingham Guided Tour
Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour with Local Guide

Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour with Local Guide

NZ$31
per adult
Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour with Local Guide
Nottingham Walking Tour with a Local Guide

Nottingham Walking Tour with a Local Guide

NZ$34
per adult
Nottingham Walking Tour with a Local Guide
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Our pick of the best Basford Hotel Deals

Tudor Lodge Hotel

Tudor Lodge Hotel

2 out of 5
400 Nuthall Rd, Nottingham, England
The price is NZ$151 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$151
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Nottingham. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Motorpoint Arena Nottingham and Nottingham Medieval Banquets ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (17 reviews)
"Very comfortable clean and spacious for 3 people in 1 room. Staff were very obliging. Would recommend"

Reviewed on 31 Jul. 2025

Tudor Lodge Hotel
The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant

The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant

4 out of 5
Beeston Lane, University Park, The University of Nottingham, Nottingham, England
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free parking, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,138 reviews)
Great stay for event
"Really good value and room."

Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025

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The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant
Leonardo Hotel Nottingham

Leonardo Hotel Nottingham

4 out of 5
Waterfront Plaza, Station Street, Nottingham, England
The price is NZ$132 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$132
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"They meet my dad’s needs. Receptionist was very good in finding us a room with a walk in shower!"

Reviewed on 2 Aug. 2025

Leonardo Hotel Nottingham
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Nottingham Gateway

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Nottingham Gateway

4 out of 5
Nuthall Road, Nottingham, England
The price is NZ$171 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$171
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Lovely hotel. Very nice welcome cookies and complementary icecream and water. If they provided slippers then it would be a five star!"

Reviewed on 9 Aug. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel - Nottingham Gateway
Mercure Nottingham Sherwood Hotel

Mercure Nottingham Sherwood Hotel

4 out of 5
296 Mansfield Road, Nottingham, England
The price is NZ$125 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$125
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (611 reviews)
"Nice hotel, got some great parts done ok parts. Check in on Saturday was very slow. Not sure why, but it took 25 mine to get checked in as some customers ahead of us, seemed to take forever to get resolved. Not sure why that was, staff, systems, or booking issues... Who knows, but with only 2 people ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Mercure Nottingham Sherwood Hotel
Park Plaza Nottingham

Park Plaza Nottingham

4 out of 5
41 Maid Marian Way, Nottingham, England
The price is NZ$142 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$142
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Nottingham. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
A quintessential oasis hotel!
"The moment you enter the hotel you are engulfed in a bubble of lovely scented fragrances all the way to your room. The reception team was awesome, friendly, gentle, respectful. I stayed in the executive room. My wife loved the bed, took a while to get her to wake up, lol. The wash room was clean ..."

Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025

Park Plaza Nottingham
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Other neighbourhoods around Basford

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Forest Fields

While Forest Fields isn't home to many top sights, Rock City Nottingham and Nottingham Cathedral are some notable places to visit nearby.

Forest Fields
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Hyson Green

Hyson Green might not have many top sights, but Nottingham Cathedral and Rock City Nottingham are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Hyson Green
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Nottingham City Centre

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Nottingham City Centre. Make a stop by Old Market Square or Theatre Royal while you're exploring the area.

Nottingham City Centre
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The Park

3/5(1 area review)

Though The Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nottingham Playhouse and Nottingham Castle.

The Park
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Hockley

Bars, shopping and theatres highlight some of the notable features of Hockley. Make a stop by The Lost Caves while you're exploring.

Hockley
Lace Market featuring road cycling, a city and street scenes

Lace Market

Lace Market is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to St Mary's Church or Nottingham Contemporary.

Lace Market

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