Bowthorpe Travel Guide
Norwich
Popular places to visit
University of East Anglia
Explore the campus of University of East Anglia during your stay in Norwich. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Norwich Cathedral
Visit this spectacular historic building to attend a service, event or exhibition, or simply to marvel at its splendid Romanesque architecture.
BeWILDerwood
Bring your family to BeWILDerwood and enjoy this exciting theme park in Hoveton. Visit the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.
Norwich Castle
Norwich’s most prominent historic site is now home to a splendid museum and art gallery, with exhibits spanning many centuries.
Blickling Hall
You can find out about the history of Blickling with a trip to Blickling Hall. Visit the cosy cafes or lively bars in this relaxing area.
Sainsbury Centre for the Visual Arts
Housed in a striking building, this highly regarded arts space hosts exhibitions of contemporary art alongside 20th-century and earlier works.
Things to do
Top hotels in Bowthorpe
Dunston Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort
Nice setting. Friendly front of house staff.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Barnham Broom Hotel, Golf & Spa
The staff at this hotel were the friendliest I have encountered. They were chatty and took their time to ensure that we had the best possible experience. The food - both dinner and breakfast- was wonderful and the spa was relaxing and clean .
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Sprowston Manor Hotel, Golf & Country Club
Clean room, friendly staff, perfect 1night stay.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Norwich City by IHG
Great stay
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Maids Head Hotel
A very comfortable and pleasant stay in this customer focused and charming Hotel. Lovely inclusive Breakfast, with lots of choice, cosy room and facilities. Courteous, friendly, approachable staff, who dealt with my one concern efficiently and respectfully. I look forward to returning.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Norwich by IHG
Nice pool. Dates but clean room. Bed could do better!
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Bowthorpe
Earlham
You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Earlham. You might want to make time for a stop at UEA Sportspark or Sainsbury Centre for the Visual Arts.
Golden Triangle
While visiting Golden Triangle, you might make a stop by sights like The Plantation Garden and St John the Baptist Cathedral.
Norwich City Center
Travellers come to Norwich City Center for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Tombland and Elm Hill while you're in town.
Old Catton
Though Old Catton may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Catton Park and Badminton at Blyth Jex.
Thorpe Hamlet
While visiting Thorpe Hamlet, you might make a stop by sights like Norfolk Broads and Lion Wood.
