Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Shrewsbury travel guide

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You're Going to Love Shrewsbury

With a population of 69,519, Shrewsbury is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Shrewsbury to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Shrewsbury

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Bricklayers Arms (78 Copthorne Rd) and The Powis Arms (Lydbury North) are great picks.

When to visit Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury in December
Estimated hotel price
$181
1 night at 3-star hotel
Shrewsbury in December
Estimated hotel price
$181
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Shrewsbury

Plane

Although Shrewsbury doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 43 miles from Shrewsbury. The shortest flight to Shrewsbury from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 37h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Shrewsbury is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 139 miles from Shrewsbury. You’ll find branches of U-Save and Avis, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Shrewsbury doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 43 miles from Shrewsbury. The shortest flight to Shrewsbury from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 37h 45m.

Car

Another option to get to Shrewsbury is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 139 miles from Shrewsbury. You’ll find branches of U-Save and Avis, among others, in London.

Airports near Shrewsbury

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Shrewsbury

Lufthansa
Good (8,103 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,531 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,073 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,424 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,974 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,249 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,614 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,896 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (939 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,603 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,854 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,269 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,207 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,415 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,467 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (416 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,394 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,304 reviews)
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Where to stay in Shrewsbury

Average rates range from around $205 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $248 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Shrewsbury

Most booked hotels in Shrewsbury

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The Mytton & Mermaid Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$223+
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The Old Post Office
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$138+
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Holiday Inn Express Shrewsbury By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$163+
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Albright Hussey Manor
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$218+
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The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury
3 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
$127+
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Hiring a car in Shrewsbury

Expect to pay $3.71 per litre in Shrewsbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $44.43 and $59.24. The most frequently booked car type in Shrewsbury is Compact (Class Compact SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.71 per litre in Shrewsbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $44.43 and $59.24. The most frequently booked car type in Shrewsbury is Compact (Class Compact SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Opel Corsa or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.