Warwick

Travel Guide

Warwick Castle which includes views, heritage architecture and a castle
Warwick Castle featuring a castle, a river or creek and heritage architecture
Warwick
Warwick Castle which includes a castle and heritage architecture as well as a large group of people
Warwick Castle featuring interior views and a castle

Located on the banks of the River Avon, this historic county town is famous for being home to William the Conqueror’s vast medieval castle.

Dive headlong into history in Warwick. Explore a medieval fortress built by William the Conqueror, now a family-friendly theme park-style attraction. Learn about local history in several interesting museums and get your fill of fresh air in attractive landscaped gardens and parks.

Warwick was first founded in A.D. 914 by Ethelfleda, sister of the Anglo-Saxon king Edward the Elder. Wander around the center of town to see buildings from both the medieval era, as well as 17th- and 18th-century constructions, which were built after a devastating fire swept through the town in 1694.

Amble through town in search of some of the older medieval buildings. The centuries-old Lord Leycester Hospital, formerly the Guildhall, and the cluster of timber-framed buildings around Oken’s House all predate the fire, as does the Collegiate Church of St. Mary climb 134 steps to the top of the church’s tower for fantastic views.

Warwick Castle also dates back to medieval times. The first castle incarnation was wooden and was erected in 1068 under the orders of William the Conqueror the wood was later replaced with stone. Head to the castle today to enjoy a fun day out with falconry displays, swordsmanship workshops and child-friendly guided tours.

Discover the local history at one of Warwick’s excellent museums. Go to Warwickshire Museum in the 17th-century Market Hall for an overview of the area’s history, including exhibits on the Great Fire, geology and archaeology. St. John’s House Museum offers insight into local life over the centuries. For a lesson on military history, visit the Warwickshire Yeomanry Museum.

For some fun in the open air, go to St. Nicholas Park where you can stroll along the river. Hill Close Gardens, a series of 16 Victorian gardens, is a must for gardening enthusiasts. Mingle with locals at the Warwick Racecourse, one of the oldest horse racing courses in the country.

To get to Warwick, make the 2-hour drive from LondonOpens in a new window. Trains also depart regularly from London and BirminghamOpens in a new window. Warwick train station is just 10 minutes from the town center on foot. The nearest international airport is Birmingham.

Where to stay in Warwick

Warwick Castle showing heritage architecture and château or palace

Warwick Town Centre

4.5/5(76 area reviews)

Warwick Town Centre is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Collegiate Church of St Mary and St John's House while in the area.

Warwick Town Centre

Wroxall

Get to know Wroxall by checking out its spas, restaurants and historical sites. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Baddesley Clinton or Hatton Country World during your time in the area.

Wroxall
 Warwick Castle Hotel and Knight's Village
Warwick Castle Hotel and Knight's Village
3.5 out of 5
Castle Lane, Warwick, England
The price is HK$1,157 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
HK$1,157
HK$1,389 total
17 Jul - 18 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Warwick. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Warwick Castle and Mill Garden are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (278 reviews)
Themed perfection.
"Perfect location for gig at St. Nicholas Park, will definitely stay here again in the future, hotel, staff and location all superb."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Warwick Castle Hotel and Knight's Village
Walton Hall Hotel & Spa by Sunday
Walton Hall Hotel & Spa by Sunday
4 out of 5
Jubilee Drive, Wellesbourne, Warwick, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$696 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
HK$696
HK$835 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Warwick. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (998 reviews)
"Second stay here. It has changed hands since last summer. Shame the hotel accommodation is no longer linked to the restaurant and spa."

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2025

Walton Hall Hotel & Spa by Sunday
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
4 out of 5
Central Square, Holliday Street, Birmingham, England
Fully refundable
The price is HK$701 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
HK$701
HK$911 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"From the time we check in the staff were friendly and polite, the hotel is well presented from the start and the rooms were spacious, clean and well stocked with refreshments, take into account this is not an expensive hotel it is good value for money as well as being a convenient place for all that ..."

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2025

Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Staycity Aparthotels , Birmingham, City Centre
Staycity Aparthotels , Birmingham, City Centre
3.5 out of 5
88 Charlotte Street, Birmingham, England
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,061 reviews)
"Great location for visiting the Utilita Arena, Sealife or conference centre. All just an 8 minute walk along the canal towpath. Nice to watch the canal boats too"

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Staycity Aparthotels , Birmingham, City Centre
Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre
Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre
4 out of 5
131 Digbeth, Birmingham, England
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,217 reviews)
Great Place to stay
"Great place to stay while visiting Birmingham. Location is within walking distance to the train station. plenty of food choices nearby. Room was super quiet and comfortable. bed was perfect"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Birmingham City Centre
Immaculate 1-bed Apartment in Birmingham
Immaculate 1-bed Apartment in Birmingham
3 out of 5
Birmingham
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Birmingham. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Broad Street and Utilita Arena Birmingham ...
Immaculate 1-bed Apartment in Birmingham
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Warwick

4.3
Top destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 43%
4 - Good
90
4 - Good 44%
3 - Okay
25
3 - Okay 12%
2 - Disappointing
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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Rooms at front hear motorway noise all night long.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller

It was a good weekend away for the family. Got some ideas for the enxt visit

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lovely place just again a little disappointed in that half the castle was shut with no warning or information

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

Did not visit Warwick. Attended conference at nearby riding place

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller

We stayed here to visit Stoneleigh Park the pnly good thing about this hotel was that it was close to the motorway and a ahort journey to stoneleigh

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Went to Warwick racecourse and really enjoyed our visit everyone so very friendly