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Nottingham, England, United Kingdom

Nottingham is a dynamic city known for its authenticity and local cuisine. In this travel cost guide, we'll cover everything you need to know to plan your travel budget and have an amazing trip without spending too much. This guide includes average trip costs from previous travelers, typical hotel prices, food and dining costs, entertainment and sightseeing prices, and information about transportation.

How much does it cost to travel to Nottingham?

You should plan to spend around $177 (£143) per day on your vacation in Nottingham. This is the average daily price based on the expenses of other visitors.

Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:

  • $77 (£62) on meals
  • $26 (£21) on local transportation
  • $158 (£127) on hotels

A one week trip to Nottingham for two people costs, on average, $2,481 (£2,002). This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.

  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    $177
    £143
  • One Week Per person
    $1,241
    £1,001
  • 2 Weeks Per person
    $2,481
    £2,002
  • One Month Per person
    $5,317
    £4,290
  • One Week For a couple
    $2,481
    £2,002
  • 2 Weeks For a couple
    $4,962
    £4,004
  • One Month For a couple
    $10,634
    £8,580
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How much does a one week, two week, or one month trip to Nottingham cost?

A one week trip to Nottingham usually costs around $1,241 (£1,001) for one person and $2,481 (£2,002) for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

A two week trip to Nottingham on average costs around $2,481 (£2,002) for one person and $4,962 (£4,004) for two people. This cost includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

Please note, prices can vary based on your travel style, speed, and other variables. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price per person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Nottingham will often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.

A one month trip to Nottingham on average costs around $5,317 (£4,290) for one person and $10,634 (£8,580) for two people. The more places you visit, the higher the daily price will become due to increased transportation costs.




Is Nottingham expensive to visit?

Nottingham is a smaller destination that invites a diverse group of visitors, each with unique travel styles, spending behaviors, and budget levels. Accommodation options range from budget-friendly hostels to mid-range hotels to high-end luxury properties.

While Nottingham can be quite expensive if you let it be, there are ways to lower your spending, such as eating at less expensive restaurants and taking public transit.

On average, budget travelers spend $74 (£61) per day, mid-range travelers spend $175 (£143) per day, and luxury travelers spend around $370 (£303) per day. These costs are calculated from the expenses of previous travelers to Nottingham.

Within Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, Nottingham is a moderately priced destination compared to other places. The overall cost of travel here is fair for the region and comparable to Heidelberg or Howth.

For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Nottingham Expensive?

How much money do I need for a trip to Nottingham?

The average Nottingham trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Nottingham travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers. Also, you can see more details at How much does a trip to Nottingham cost?

Nottingham on a Budget
Category Budget Mid-Range Luxury
Accommodation 1
For 1 person in double occupancy
$34
(£27)
$79
(£64)
$165
(£133)
Local Transportation 1 $11
(£9.22)
$26
(£21)
$51
(£41)
Food 2 $32
(£26)
$77
(£62)
$166
(£134)
Entertainment 1 $14
(£12)
$34
(£28)
$77
(£62)
Alcohol 2 $2-6
(£1-4)
$4-13
(£4-11)
$9-28
(£8-23)

Realistic Expectations for Your Travel Budget

It's important to have realistic expectations for your travel budget. While many people assume they can travel to Nottingham without spending much money, the reality is that most people are not comfortable traveling on an extremely low "shoestring" budget. Consider what you really enjoy doing when you are on vacation and how you've traveled in the past. Do you prefer resorts, vacation rentals, or hostels? Do you like to experience all of the activities, museums, and sights? Is dining out at delicious restaurants important to you? Your answers to these questions will affect your overall travel budget and itinerary.

Who Exactly is a Budget Traveler?

Although you may consider yourself a budget traveler, unless you're ready to cut out many creature comforts, you'll likely spend much more than the $74 per day that young budget travelers often get by on.

For backpackers, this tight budget typically involves staying in hostel dorms, eating at the cheapest eateries or fast food joints, using public transportation, and sticking to free attractions.

Nottingham has plenty of hostels available, like Igloo Hybrid and The Animal Hostel. Here, you can enjoy low-cost dorm lodging and a vibrant social environment, though amenities might be minimal. Lastly, the city offers an effective public transit system, enabling budget travelers to sidestep expensive taxis or rideshares.

Is Your Travel Style Average?

If you're traveling for leisure as a couple or family, you'll likely opt for a mid-range hotel, dine at trendy restaurants, and visit the main museums and attractions that require entry fees. When visiting Nottingham, most people will want to check out the major attractions, museums, and iconic landmarks. Remember, most activities come at a cost. Hence, it's realistic to anticipate your daily budget will be about $175 per person, per day.

Nottingham boasts a wide array of hotels and vacation rentals. When traveling with others, you can share accommodations with a partner, friend, or children, thus reducing your expenses. Families should prioritize hotels and restaurants that are geared toward kids. Hart's Hotel is an excellent family-friendly option, while Bentinck Hotel is also superb. You can find additional family and couple-friendly hotels in our hotel guide for Nottingham here.

What Luxury Travel Looks Like

If you're used to premier amenities and elevated service, prepare to spend about $370 per day. Choosing comfortable hotels, dining at award-winning establishments, indulging in extravagant excursions, and relying on taxis or private drivers to explore the city will demand a higher price range. Many high-end visitors also prefer unique experiences such as East Midlands Airport to Derby - Arrival Private Transfer - offered by Viator.

Accommodation Budget in Nottingham

The cost of hotels in Nottingham can be surprisingly wide-ranging. Some hotels charge a lot more because they offer extra luxury and amenities. Prices are also much higher during peak season. Off-season rooms average $79, but the demand in peak summer season pushes that average to around $147. Budget hotels range from $45 to $241, and hostels provide a cheaper option, especially in dorms. Booking early, traveling off-season, or finding special deals can help save money.

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

The average price paid in Nottingham for two people for a typical double-occupancy hotel room is $158 (£127). For one person sharing a room, the average price paid for a hotel room is $79 (£64) per night. These costs are from the reported spending of actual travelers.

  • Accommodation1 Hotel or hostel for one person
    $79
    £64
  • Accommodation1 Typical double-occupancy room
    $158
    £127

Hotels in Nottingham

Looking for a hotel in Nottingham? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.

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Actual Hotel Prices in Nottingham

The average hotel room price in Nottingham based on data provided by Kayak for actual hotel rooms is $79 in the low season and $147 in the peak season. Below are the average prices for each budget category. (Prices in U.S. Dollars, before taxes & fees.)

The most affordable highest rated hotels in Nottingham include:

  • Hart's Hotel starting at $151
  • Lace Market Hotel Nottingham starting at $86
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Nottingham Gateway starting at $71
  • Tudor Lodge Hotel starting at $77
  • Bentinck Hotel starting at $82
Tips to Save Money on Accommodation in Nottingham

While Nottingham has a great public transit system, staying outside the city to save on accommodation could mean higher transportation costs and less convenience if you're short on time.

Traveling in the low or shoulder season (and not in summer) means you'll enjoy lower accommodation prices and fewer tourists around.

Exploring Nottingham on foot is popular among many, so consider staying in a central area. Just keep in mind that this might lead to higher prices.


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Transportation Budget in Nottingham

Nottingham offers top-tier public transportation. There are buses and trams around town that connect into the rail network. The multi-operator system is organized by the Robin Hood Network. To save money and travel quickly, hop on public transit, though taxis and rideshares are readily available across town.

Visitors who like to explore on foot will enjoy their time here. It is trying to transform itself into a pedestrian-friendly city, and you'll find some areas that are particularly walkable. The city center is very compact and generally walkable.

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Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • On average, past travelers have spent $26 (£21) per person, per day, on local transportation in Nottingham. The cost of a taxi ride or rideshare service (Uber/Lyft) in Nottingham is significantly more than public transportation.

  • Transportation1 Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    $26
    £21

Some of the standard hotel transfers and transport options include:

  • East Midlands Airport (EMA) to Nottingham - Round-Trip Transfer for $112 details
  • Nottingham to East Midlands Airport (EMA) - Departure Transfer for $56 details
  • Derby to East Midlands Airport (EMA) - Departure Private Transfer for $77 details

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Food Budget in Nottingham

The dining options in Nottingham are good, but they don't stand out enough to be one of the main tourist attractions. You can find a few exceptional places in the city worth visiting. You'll find a diversity of restaurants around town that range from local fish and chips shops to international options. Pubs, cafes, and fine dining are all available in town.

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • While restaurant and meal prices in Nottingham can vary significantly, the average cost of food in Nottingham is $77 (£62) per day, per person, based on the spending habits of previous travelers.

  • Food2 Meals for one day
    $77
    £62

When dining out, the average daily cost for food in Nottingham is around $76 (£62) per person, with previous travelers spending from $32 to $164. Generally, breakfast and lunch cost less than dinner, but this will depend on the type of restaurant and what you order.

Typical meal prices in Nottingham are as follows:

  • Breakfast: $8 to $23
  • Lunch: $11 to $30
  • Dinner: $23 to $53
  • Coffee: $6
  • Fast Food or Street Food: $11

Nottingham has many pubs and restaurants available. If you're a fan of burgers, check out Annie's Burger Shack. Annie's is an iconic stop famous to both locals and visitors. It is so popular that there was a film made about it recently. There are interesting and unusual toppings offered here, and it's definitely worth a stop.

One of the most popular food choices in the area is roast, and the best place to get it is at Larwood & Voce. The meat here is said to be exquisite, tender, and juicy. The pub at this venue is also worth a stop.

Food & Dining Tips

Numerous hotels provide breakfast as part of your stay, although others may charge you extra for it. The price and quality can vary from hotel to hotel. Being informed ahead of time can assist you in determining if you need to budget extra funds. The hotel buffet might be worth your money, or perhaps a cheaper option at a nearby bakery or cafe would suffice.

Fill a water bottle rather than purchasing drinks constantly. It's a smart and eco-friendly choice.

Be sure to check which meals are part of your tour before you go. You might be responsible for some of your own food costs, which could stretch your budget further.



Sightseeing and Activities Budget in Nottingham

It's no wonder that so many visitors make their way to Nottingham for its museums and attractions, food, nightlife, and music.

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • Sightseeing activities, entertainment, and entrance tickets in Nottingham typically cost an average of $34 (£28) per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.

  • Entertainment1 Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    $34
    £28

One of the top sights in Nottingham includes the Nottingham Castle. The castle has a complicated history, originally being built in the 1000's and having been destroyed and rebuilt several times. It holds a pretty impressive location, sitting at the top of a 130 foot cliff in a place known as "Castle Rock". The Castle operates as a museum and Gallery today and also has some interesting cave tours that are available.

Another sight worth a stop is the popular statue of Robin Hood, which is located just outside Nottingham Castle from what was once the moat. In connection with Robin Hood, another popular sight in Nottingham is the Sherwood Forest Park. The park extends over 450 acres with a variety of plant and animal life.

The Galleries of Justice Museum is another interesting stop. It includes the old courthouse and gaol (jail), and learn about the gruesome history of crime and punishment in the area. You can also journey into the caves under ground to see the cells and dungeons.



Sherwood Forest hosts an annual Robin Hood festival usually near the beginning of August. There are characters dressed in Robin Hood related costumes as well as jousting sessions, story time, music sessions, and other day and evening events in the forest. There is no entry fee, but there is a parking fee if you bring a car.

The City of Caves tour is a popular attraction. Tour guides/actors take you down far into the sandstone caves under the city and give you a historical and archaeological history of the caves.

If you're looking for something a little more extreme, check out Nottingham's Adrenaline Jungle. The Adrenaline Jungle has several adventure options from archery courses to off road vehicles, treasure hunts, laser tag, and various other adrenaline pumping activities including a blind folded 4x4 drive! Prices vary according to the activity, but they have lots to choose from as far as adventures and sporting activities.

Sightseeing Tips

Shopping:
Shopping here is a unique experience you'll want to have. Head to the Lace Market, which is a popular shopping area. You can also wander around the center of town on foot and head to the pedestrian streets that are often lined with independent shops or international chains.

Local tours that last a few hours can be a great way to explore Nottingham. Prices vary by the type of activity or tour, the dates, and the size of the group. Here are a few of the highest rated tours by previous visitors:

  • Watson Fothergill Walk: Architecture of Victorian Nottingham Guided Tour for $25 details
  • Nottingham and Robin Hood Private Guided Walking Tour for $165 details
  • Nutty Nottingham Walking Tour for $14 details

Recommended Activities


Nightlife Budget in Nottingham

Though Nottingham has some nightlife options, it's relatively quieter compared to other more popular cities. Head to the oldest pub in England, Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem, for a pint or check out one of the trendy clubs around town. The city is also a big sports town, so see if there are any sporting events going on while you're visiting.

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • The average person spends about $8.80 (£7.10) on nightlife and alcoholic beverages in Nottingham per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.

  • Alcohol2 Drinks for one day
    $8.80
    £7.10
Nightlife Tips

Nights out are fun, but limiting your alcohol consumption can help keep your travel costs in check.

Nightlife is fun, but be cautious when drinking. Thieves target distracted people, so stay with your group and trust your instincts to keep yourself safe.

Tasting tours and nightlife activities are very popular in Nottingham. A few of the favorites from previous visitors include:

  • DropWorks Fun Rum Distillery Tour - Largest Rum Distillery in UK! For $31 details
  • Private Half Day Stamford Pub Tour for $146 details

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Travel cost data last updated: Dec 21, 2024

Budgeting and Travel Tips for Nottingham

  • During summer, the city can get crowded and prices can rise significantly. To save money and enjoy a quieter experience, consider planning your visit for the shoulder or low seasons.
  • Traveling slower can help save you money while letting you enjoy the beautiful surroundings. If you pack your days with activities, the costs can add up. However, taking it easy often results in a more enjoyable trip with lower expenses.

Budgeting Challenges

  • If you're traveling with young children, a private vehicle or taxi is probably the best choice. Skipping the complexities of public transit can make things easier, but it may come at a higher cost.
  • Nottingham isn't a hotspot for hostels, so if you were hoping to find a cheap dorm, you might need to adjust your plans. Instead, consider a budget hotel or an apartment rental.
Traveling in Nottingham
Nottingham Nottingham, England

Nottingham, England is located in the Eastern Midlands of England and it is one of the most popular destinations in the East Midlands and is commonly known as the "Queen of the Midlands". It is most widely known for its link to the popular legend of Robin Hood. Nottingham is one of the 10 most visited cities in England and has a historic past with settlements in the area dating back to pre-Roman times. Nottingham's economy was once mostly based on their Lace making factories and coal mining industries, though not much of these industries still remain in the area. The economy now has shifted more to the service industry and tourism and is a popular shopping destination.



Neighborhoods & Around

The Nottingham city center is the most popular area in Nottingham and is overall where most of the excitement, activities, and restaurants can be found. The Arboretum is also found here which is the only real park type area in the city center area.

The Cornerhouse/Trinity Square is another popular area and is located to the north of the city center. You can find Victoria shopping center here which is one of the bigger shopping destinations in Nottingham.

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1 Categories averaged on a per-item basis.
2 Categories averaged on a per-day basis.
For example, the Food2 daily average is for all meals for an entire day, while Entertainment1 is for each individual purchase. Thus, the overall daily average cost is not a summation of the individual categories.