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.
City Ground
Catch an event at City Ground during your trip to Nottingham. Discover the area's acclaimed theatre scene and shops.
Nottingham Castle
Hear tales of sieges, civil war, high treason and Robin Hood in this historic castle that conceals a labyrinth of underground tunnels.
Wollaton Hall
See the real-life Wayne Manor from the Batman franchise and explore its fascinating museum and vast scenic grounds where deer roam.
Things to do
Daily Nottingham City Centre Walking Tour (10:30am)
Nottingham Walking Tour with a Local Guide
Fun and Flexible Treasure Hunt Around Nottingham with Hidden Gems
Top hotels in Basford
Tudor Lodge Hotel
The hotel is very convienent for nottingham city centre. The rooms are very comfortable znd clean the staff is very helpful. The breakfast was very nice and filling, the service was great.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Leonardo Hotel Nottingham
It was for one night we arrived early and they let us check in, we only used the room as we were booked out at a restaurant. Clean room, staff were very accommodating We did not book a breakfast as we thought it was expensive
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
The Orchard Hotel & Restaurant
An excellent university campus/conference hotel with nice, open plan reception, bar and seating area (good for meeting friends before going out) and spacious rooms. Combined with a great buffet breakfast, friendly staff and free parking the hotel delivers everything you would want. Perfect for our ...
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Park Plaza Nottingham
Great breakfast , coffee machine in room was a nice bonus , fridge and free bottled water . Rooms were spacious .
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Village Hotel Nottingham
Great value hotel with pool and gym
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel East Midlands Airport
Nice hotel great location for Donington park. * parking £8*
Reviewed on 24 Nov 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
- Donington Park Racing Circuit
- Sherwood Forest Country Park
- Loughborough University
- Pride Park Stadium
- Nottingham Castle
- Wollaton Hall
- Trent Bridge
- Queen's Medical Centre
- Bolsover Castle
- Belvoir Castle
- Old Market Square
- Eden Hall Day Spa
- Kedleston Hall
- National Water Sports Centre
- Royal Derby Hospital
- Elvaston Castle
- Hardwick Hall
- Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem
- Dusk till Dawn Poker and Casino
