Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting 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. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Shrewsbury has to offer.

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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 November
Estimated hotel price
$73
1 night at 3-star hotel
Shrewsbury in November
Estimated hotel price
$73
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 the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h.

Car

Another option to get to Shrewsbury is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 224 km from Shrewsbury. You’ll find branches of ADDCAR RENTAL 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 the United States departs from New York and takes around 7h.

Car

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

Airports near Shrewsbury

BHXBirmingham
LPLLiverpool J. Lennon
MANManchester

Airlines serving Shrewsbury

Lufthansa
Good (8,221 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,571 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,209 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,061 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,477 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,549 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,648 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,173 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,981 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,201 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,593 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,533 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,432 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,473 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,596 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 $107 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $176 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 Post Office
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1417 reviews)
$74+
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Prince Rupert Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 3089 reviews)
$173+
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Holiday Inn Express Shrewsbury By IHG
3 stars
Good (7.9, 3272 reviews)
$92+
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Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals
4 stars
Good (7.8, 3561 reviews)
$107+
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The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury
3 stars
Good (6.7, 2635 reviews)
$75+
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Renting a car in Shrewsbury

Expect to pay $8.37 per gallon in Shrewsbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $100.39 and $133.85. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Shrewsbury, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $8.37 per gallon in Shrewsbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $100.39 and $133.85. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Shrewsbury, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

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