Worcester

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Worcester
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Photo by ‎Ben Townsend
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Photo by Rosie S
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Where to stay in Worcester

The River Severn north towards Worcester. The cathedral on the right, built between 1084 and 1504, represents every style of English architecture from Norman to Perpendicular Gothic. It is famous for its Norman crypt and unique chapter house, its unusual Transitional Gothic bays, its fine woodwork and its "exquisite" central tower

Diglis

While Diglis isn't home to many top sights, Worcester Cathedral and Worcestershire County Cricket Club are some notable places to visit nearby.

Diglis
The quirky windows of the old pump house in Gheluvelt Park. Visit the eco cafe inside.

Barbourne

Though Barbourne might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Worcester Racecourse and Worcestershire County Cricket Club.

Barbourne
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Worcester Whitehouse
Worcester Whitehouse
3.5 out of 5
Foregate Street, Worcester, England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $141 per night from May 12 to May 13
$141
includes taxes & fees
$117 per night
May 12 - May 13
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Worcester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Great place
"Welcoming, friendly, comfortable, central, value for money"

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2025

Worcester Whitehouse
Days Inn by Wyndham Tewkesbury Strensham
Days Inn by Wyndham Tewkesbury Strensham
2 out of 5
Roadchef Motorway Service Area, M5 Motorway, Strensham, Worcester, England
The price is $47 per night from May 5 to May 6
$47
includes taxes & fees
$39 per night
May 5 - May 6
Stay at this hotel in Worcester. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (668 reviews)
"Great hotel. This was our third stay in 3 years."

Reviewed on Apr 28, 2025

Days Inn by Wyndham Tewkesbury Strensham
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
4 out of 5
Central Square, Holliday Street, Birmingham, England
The price is $114 per night from May 9 to May 10
$114
includes taxes & fees
$96 per night
May 9 - May 10
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! (1,008 reviews)
"Parking was very expensive however the hotel overall was very comfortable."

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2025

Crowne Plaza Birmingham City Centre by IHG
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Old Infirmary
Old Infirmary
4.5 out of 5
18 - 20 Silver Street, Worcester, England
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury apartment in Worcester. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Tudor House and Commandery are ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (124 reviews)
"Beautiful characterful property which is very well presented and equipped. The area is a little noisy as it’s a city centre location but earplugs are provided and are effective."

Reviewed on Dec 9, 2024

Old Infirmary
Commandery Vaults
Commandery Vaults
4 out of 5
Green Hill Bath Rd, Worcester, England
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly apartment in Worcester. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Royal Worcester Porcelain Works ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Fantastic property and history."

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2024

Commandery Vaults
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! (1,034 reviews)
Lovely stay, comfy and clean
"Lovely room, it had more facilities than we needed, including dishwasher, coffee machine, cutlery etc. Very clean, lovely design. Very comfy bed and pillows. There was a strange noise coming from the shower throughout the night, we reported this in the morning and that have said they will deal with ..."

Reviewed on Apr 13, 2025

Staycity Aparthotels , Birmingham, City Centre
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Popular places to visit

Worcester cathedral during the floods

Worcester Cathedral

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Worcester when you spend time at Worcester Cathedral. Stroll along the area's riverfront, or simply savor its lively bars.

Worcester Cathedral
At the heart of the park, Croome Court, the former home of the 6th Earl of Coventry is a light, open space. Displays created by collaborating, as the Earl once did, with emerging new craftsmen and designers to create a house and garden into a landscape to remember. An idyllic walk in the countryside takes you around the lake, thru well stocked gardens, passed the church, house, summerhouse - the list is endless.... and then to top it off you can ..... Discover the secrets of the Second World War airbase now our visitor centre. In the 1940s RAF Defford housed over 2,000 service personnel and scientists who tested radar to meet new enemy threats. Some of these wartime buildings, once the wartime hospital complex, still remain and some have been restored to become our visitor centre and museum.

Croome Park

Enjoy the beautiful countryside and explore Croome Park, a lovely green space in Worcester. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars.

Croome Park
A privately-owned house and garden sculptures close to Tewkesbury. The Affordable Garden Art Exhibition showcases the work of many local sculptors with more than 80 exhibits in a wide range of media. http://www.visittewkesbury.info/whats-on/showborough-house-sculpture-garden/ More Showborough shots here https://www.flickr.com/photos/wychepics/albums/72157684247078146

Showborough House Sculpture Garden

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Showborough House Sculpture Garden in Worcester. Stroll along the riverfront or discover the beautiful countryside in this relaxing area.

Showborough House Sculpture Garden

Worcester Racecourse

Enjoy an outing to Worcester Racecourse during your stay in Worcester. Wander the riverfront and picturesque gardens in the area.

Worcester Racecourse

Worcestershire County Cricket Club

Catch an event at Worcestershire County Cricket Club during your trip to Worcester. Stroll along the area's riverfront, or simply savor its lively bars.

Worcestershire County Cricket Club

University of Worcester

Walk around the campus at University of Worcester during your stay in Worcester. Stroll along the area's riverfront, or simply savor its lively bars.

University of Worcester

Things to do

Stratford-upon-Avon: Anne Hathaway's Cottage Entry ticket

Stratford-upon-Avon: Anne Hathaway's Cottage Entry ticket

$20
per adult
Stratford-upon-Avon: Anne Hathaway's Cottage Entry ticket
The joy of creating a pot on the potter's wheel

Introduction to the potter's wheel

$78
per adult
Introduction to the potter's wheel
Self-Guided Tour in Forest of Dean and Wye Valley

Forest of Dean and Wye Valley – Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan

$17
per traveler
Forest of Dean and Wye Valley – Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan
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Reviews of Worcester

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Bewdley

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