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 April
Estimated hotel price
$178
1 night at 3-star hotel
Shrewsbury in April
Estimated hotel price
$178
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 70 km from Shrewsbury. The shortest flight to Shrewsbury from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 27h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Shrewsbury is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 224 km from Shrewsbury. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, 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 70 km from Shrewsbury. The shortest flight to Shrewsbury from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 27h 10m.

Car

Another option to get to Shrewsbury is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 224 km from Shrewsbury. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Shrewsbury

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Shrewsbury

Lufthansa
Good (8,155 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,545 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,132 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,452 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,018 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,485 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,256 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,625 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,035 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,747 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,636 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,901 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,384 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,423 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,486 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (422 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,430 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,345 reviews)
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Where to stay in Shrewsbury

From 5-star hotels such as the Darwin's Townhouse to great affordable options like the Premier Inn Shrewsbury Town Centre, Shrewsbury offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $211 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $225 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 Bull Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$107+
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The Old Post Office
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$126+
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Prince Rupert Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$258+
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Holiday Inn Express Shrewsbury By IHG
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$184+
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Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$187+
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The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury
3 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
$123+
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Hiring a car in Shrewsbury

Expect to pay $3.50 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 $41.89 and $55.85. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Shrewsbury, while also 45% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.50 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 $41.89 and $55.85. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Shrewsbury, while also 45% cheaper than other types, on average.