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Nottingham Walking Tour: Explore Rich History
4.9
35 Ratings
Nottingham
Explore Nottingham’s rich history on a 1.5-hour walking tour with a local guide. Discover ancient tribes, bustling markets, and hidden secrets.
Explore Nottingham’s rich history on a 1.5-hour walking tour with a local guide. Discover ancient tribes, bustling markets, and hidden secrets.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Old Market Square - Meet your guide in the Old Market Square and learn a little about the origins of this iconic city
- Nottingham Council House - Look up at the beautiful architecture of the Council House, and listen to the tolling of the deepest-sounding bell in the UK
- Victoria Street - Learn about Nottingham’s links to the slave trade…
- Old Market Square - Meet your guide in the Old Market Square and learn a little about the origins of this iconic city
- Nottingham Council House - Look up at the beautiful architecture of the Council House, and listen to the tolling of the deepest-sounding bell in the UK
- Victoria Street - Learn about Nottingham’s links to the slave trade and it’s place in the fight for liberation
- Saint Mary’s Rest Garden - Discover a little-known secret of Nottingham, and those now resting underneath the quite gardens that now sit here
- The Lace Market - Here is the remains of what was once the driving industry of Nottingham, and how this area of the city has undergone a regeneration
- National Ice Centre - See the massive National Ice Centre, home and old practice rink of to two iconic British skaters - catch an ice hockey game here, or even attend a show!
- St. Mary’s Church - One of the most beautiful churches in Nottingham, this church is swathed in history and a rallying point for the people of Nottingham
- National Justice Museum - Learn about crime and punishment in Nottingham at this well-preserved courthouse, complete with Georgian cells and medieval dungeons
- Weekday Cross Monument - Known by the locals as ‘The Pillar’, discover one of the historical market places in Nottingham
- Brewhouse Yard Museum - Discover the caves that are characteristic of Nottingham, and learn more about the people who worked in the textile industry
- Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem - See one of the oldest and most iconic pubs in Britain, steeped in folklore and history!
- Robin Hood Statue - Take a picture with the famous Robin Hood, and learn about the facts and fiction of this local legend
- Nottingham Castle - Finish the tour with the history of Nottingham Castle, instrumental to the history of the British Monarchy and a site of rebellion and murder!
What's Included
- Local guide
- Local guide
Additional Information
Join a knowledgeable Nottingham guide for a captivating 1.5-hour walking tour that vividly brings the city’s rich and rebellious history to life. Offered daily at 10:30 am, this tour goes beyond just recounting history—it allows participants to experience Nottingham through the perspectives of those who shaped it.
Stroll along Nottingham’s oldest…
Join a knowledgeable Nottingham guide for a captivating 1.5-hour walking tour that vividly brings the city’s rich and rebellious history to life. Offered daily at 10:30 am, this tour goes beyond just recounting history—it allows participants to experience Nottingham through the perspectives of those who shaped it.
Stroll along Nottingham’s oldest streets, discovering tales of Anglo-Saxon settlers, medieval merchants, and audacious outlaws. Learn about the city’s transformation during the Industrial Revolution, explore its ancient cave system, and hear fascinating stories of Robin Hood, body snatchers, and pioneering entrepreneurs who altered the course of history.
Location
Old Market Square
Please meet your guide by the Left Lion, outside Nottingham Council House in Old Market Square. The guide will be wearing a bright orange jacket and/or lanyard.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(35 Ratings)
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Samarvikramb
May 11, 2025
A Wonderful walk!! - We went on a walking tour of Nottingham with Sam & had a great time!!! So much history, architecture, & storytelling whilst walking around on a beautiful day in Nottingham.
Very fascinating journey thru the lace factories & churches & rebellions!!!
Amazing! Thanks Sam
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Sasf1
May 4, 2025
Rich history in a short time - I highly recommend this tour. Interesting and fun tour in a short time. Learned a lot about the rich history of Nottingam.
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56maureenhill56
Apr 5, 2025
One of the best - Came to Nottingham for a few days with Maureen -who booked the walk.
Over the years I've done a lot of City Walking Tours and have to say this is up there as one of the best.
Interesting content, laced with humour and a strong clear voice.
Well done and thank you
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Daytrip783988
Apr 3, 2025
An excellent introduction to fifteen centuries of history. - An excellent overview of some 1500 years of local and British history. Nottingham has so many historical landmarks in such a small footprint that any tour over almost any route would pretty much seem as coherent as ours did. I intend to revisit a number of the sights that I was shown today.
I must also mention that our little group could not have had a better guide on this walking tour. I especially appreciated her letting us "linger" around many of the sights.
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2independents
Mar 30, 2025
Interesting tour - A really interesting tour led by our guide Sam. Good historical background and I liked the way she departed from the script to talk about things of interest to us. 90 minutes was about the right length.
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Jasmineln7460kh
Mar 25, 2025
Fun morning in Nottingham - Sam was lovely and it was a fun way to spend a morning in Nottingham. Definitely recommend. Walking tours are always a good idea.
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Shelbybf6521yf
Mar 21, 2025
Great walking tour! - Great walking tour around Nottingham! Our guide was great and very knowledgeable. Would recommend, prefect length and super interesting.
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462joannee
Mar 8, 2025
Nottingham city walking tour - Fabulous guide called Anette. Visible to meet by her orange jacket on the market square. Very knowledgeable about the city and took time to ensure everyone was gathered around so we could hear her speak. I learned a lot by looking up at the architecture too. Nice pace of walking with lots of stops. Great way to spend an hour and a half.
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Karensb746ba
May 6, 2025
Walking tour of Nottingham walking tour - The history of Nottingham was explained really well and gave an understanding of the changes the city has undergone. I think Oliver Cromwell should be mentioned in a more positive light given that he was responsible for some significant changes like writing the constitution for England , reorganising the army and navy into a professional fighting force. The significance of the lace industry was fantastic to hear about but no mention was made that it still occurs at one high end maker in the city. See Mr google Overall it was a great tour
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646ag
May 2, 2025
Good way to spend 90 minutes. - This is like reading the abstract of a Nottingham manuscript based on centuries of history by walking through the town.
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