Things to do
From exploring the caves that snake beneath the Castle, to firing a virtual longbow in the innovative galleries – you’ll find no shortage of things to do during your visit.
Nottingham Castle has a bursting calendar of events, state-of-the-art exhibitions, and fantastic new galleries to explore. You can now immerse yourself in Nottingham’s incredible stories like never before.
Take a look at more of highlights, or browse the many guided tours and experiences that we have available. Don’t forget to drop into the unique Castle Shop, which is stocked with beautiful artisan souvenirs and one-of-a-kind items lovingly crafted by local creatives.
Highlights
There is a lot to do – from testing your bow and arrow skills under Robin Hood’s tutelage, to stepping through the diverse history of Brewhouse Yard.
Experiences and tours
Bring Nottingham’s epic tales to life in a hands-on and engaging way. Join resident experts to learn amazing facts and stories, and let our interactive galleries transport you back to the times of Medieval Nottingham and Sherwood Forest.
Food and drink
Our on-site cafés are always ready to serve up a selection of sandwiches, light meals, cakes and afternoon teas. We only use sustainably sourced ingredients and endeavour to support local suppliers wherever we can. Stay refreshed with an authentic flavour of Nottingham.
Not your ordinary gift shop
Our Castle Shop is not your ordinary attraction gift shop. The carefully selected range of products has been sourced from artisan makers and manufacturers from within the UK and around the world. Our range reflects the seasons and our changing exhibitions.