Popular places to visit
University of Nottingham
Overlooking a lake, the spire of the Trent Building is one of Nottingham’s most distinctive sites, representing over 135 years of higher education in the city.
Motorpoint Arena Nottingham
Catch an event at Motorpoint Arena Nottingham during your trip to Nottingham. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Theatre Royal
Watch an entertaining show and learn about the city’s dramatic arts scene at this prominent theater. Meet friends for a pre-show chat in the bar or restaurant.
Trent Bridge
You can find out about the history of Nottingham with a visit to Trent Bridge. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices.
Wollaton Hall
See the real-life Wayne Manor from the Batman franchise and explore its fascinating museum and vast scenic grounds where deer roam.
Nottingham Castle
Hear tales of sieges, civil war, high treason and Robin Hood in this historic castle that conceals a labyrinth of underground tunnels.
Things to do
Explore Nottingham, The Legends Culture, And History
Private Nottingham Walking Tour with Local Guide
Top hotels in Basford
Tudor Lodge Hotel
Our host was very welcoming. Showed us our room, which was perfect for our needs. Room 1 was chosen for us as it opened onto a garden /woodland area which our two terriers loved. We had a lovely one night stay, had a drink at Whitemoor pub, dinner was 'eating in' at the Aspey Fishbar opposite Tudor ...
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025
Park Plaza Nottingham
Great staff and service
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Burleigh Court Hotel
A lovely stay in this very well presented hotel. Friendly and helpful staff.Easy parking makes the stay so comfortable.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Leonardo Hotel Nottingham
Absolutely lovely stay very clean upon arrival comfy and lovely friendly staff
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
The Jubilee Hotel & Conferences
Being within the university campus there is no real road traffic and the room are well insulated from noise.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
St James Hotel, BW Premier Collection
Very good excellent stuff. Stay there a few times and always very good. Mr Singh
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Basford
Forest Fields
While Forest Fields isn't home to many top sights, Rock City Nottingham and Nottingham Cathedral are some notable places to visit nearby.
Hyson Green
Hyson Green might not have many top sights, but Nottingham Cathedral and Rock City Nottingham are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Nottingham City Centre
The fantastic nightlife and popular shops are just a few highlights of Nottingham City Centre. Make a stop by Old Market Square or Theatre Royal while you're exploring the area.
The Park
Though The Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Nottingham Playhouse and Nottingham Castle.
Hockley
Bars, shopping and theatres highlight some of the notable features of Hockley. Make a stop by The Lost Caves while you're exploring.
Lace Market
Visitors highly recommend Lace Market for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Nottingham Contemporary while you're in town.
Basford
- Peak District National Park
- University of Nottingham
- Donington Park Racing Circuit
- Loughborough University
- Sherwood Forest Country Park
- Theatre Royal
- Nottingham Trent University Clifton Campus
- Trent Bridge
- Wollaton Hall
- Nottingham Castle
- Queen's Medical Centre
- Rock City Nottingham
- Newstead Abbey
- Royal Derby Hospital
- University of Nottingham Jubilee Campus
- Eden Hall Day Spa
- Trent Bridge Cricket Ground
- Derbyshire County Cricket Club
- Old Market Square
