Nottingham Castle Castles
Nottingham Castle is a magnificent 17th century ducal mansion built on the site of the original medieval castle, with spectacular views across the city. It houses a vibrant museum and art gallery with collections of silver, glass, armour and paintings, plus fifteen centuries of Nottingham history. The galleries also brings the best of regional, national and international artist's work to the city.
The Castle is also a great place for children, with interactive displays,and an activity - led gallery bringing paintings to life, specifically for the under 5s plus a medieval - style playground in the grounds with covered picnic area.
Underneath the Castle are many manmade caves and tunnels, some of which date back to medieval times. Isitors can take a guided tour to see Mortimer's Hole, King David's dungeon and the old wine cellar. The tour is strenuous and includes steep steps. Many visitors choose to descend through hundreds of years of history, learning on the way gruesome tales about Roger Mortimer and King David of Scotland. .
Attraction Details
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AddressNottingham, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG1 6EL
Opening times10am - 5pm
Entry costs
Attraction typeCastles
Hotels near Nottingham Castle
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Hart's Hotel
This boutique hotel is a 3-minute walk from the city centre. It has an award-winning restaurant, a private car park and stunning views. Harts Hotel is located in a quiet cul-de-sac away from the noise of traffic and nightlife.
Robin 7 Lodge &
Featuring free WiFi, Robin 7 Lodge & Bistro offers accommodation in Nottingham. Guests can enjoy the on-site whisky bar. A flat-screen TV and DVD player, as well as an iPod docking station are featured.
Robin 7 Lodge City
Featuring free WiFi, Robin 7 Lodge City Centre offers accommodation in Nottingham. A flat-screen TV and DVD player, as well as an iPod docking station are featured. The rooms include a private bathroom fitted with a bath or shower.
The Britannia Nottingham Hotel
Next to Nottingham Castle, this hotel has a superb city centre location. Features include a restaurant, a bar and rooms each with a TV and private bathroom..
Igloo Hybrid
Featuring free WiFi and a terrace, Igloo Hybrid offers accommodation in Nottingham. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels is featured. You will find a shared kitchen at the property.
Premier Inn Nottingham City
Located in the stylish Chapel Bar area, in the heart of Nottingham, this Premier Inn boasts rooms with quadruple glazing, a modern bar, free WiFi and 24-hour front desk..
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