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.

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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
$183
1 night at 3-star hotel
Shrewsbury in April
Estimated hotel price
$183
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 27h 10m.

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 GREEN MOTION and Hertz, 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 27h 10m.

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 GREEN MOTION and Hertz, among others, in London.

Airports near Shrewsbury

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Shrewsbury

Lufthansa
Good (8,299 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,277 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,114 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,460 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (982 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,697 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,709 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,685 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,031 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,462 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,552 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,840 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,534 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,455 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 $178 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $302 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 Old Rectory
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$172+
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The Old Post Office
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$142+
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Albright Hussey Manor
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$211+
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Holiday Inn Express Shrewsbury By IHG
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$126+
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Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$151+
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The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury
3 stars
Good (6.6, Good reviews)
$98+
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Hiring a car in Shrewsbury

Expect to pay $4.16 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 $49.82 and $66.43. The most frequently booked car type in Shrewsbury is Economy (Opel Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 49% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $4.16 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 $49.82 and $66.43. The most frequently booked car type in Shrewsbury is Economy (Opel Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Toyota Aygo or similar) is, on average, 49% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.