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 April
Estimated hotel price
$87
1 night at 3-star hotel
Shrewsbury in April
Estimated hotel price
$87
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 (8,245 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,577 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,238 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,454 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,084 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,246 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,605 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,651 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,665 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (973 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,247 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,998 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,540 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,701 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,432 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (432 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,499 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,616 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 $101 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $174 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Shrewsbury

Most booked hotels in Shrewsbury

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Prince Rupert Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 3130 reviews)
$172+
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Albright Hussey Manor
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1114 reviews)
$119+
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Holiday Inn Express Shrewsbury By IHG
3 stars
Good (7.8, 3306 reviews)
$79+
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The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury
3 stars
Good (6.7, 2707 reviews)
$70+
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Renting a car in Shrewsbury

Renting a car in Shrewsbury costs $48 per day, on average, or $145 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 35% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $8.71 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 $104.48 and $139.30. The most frequently booked car type in Shrewsbury is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Shrewsbury costs $48 per day, on average, or $145 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 35% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay $8.71 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 $104.48 and $139.30. The most frequently booked car type in Shrewsbury is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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