Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Shrewsbury travel guide

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You're Going to Love Shrewsbury

With a population of 69,519, Shrewsbury is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Shrewsbury to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Shrewsbury

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Bricklayers Arms (78 Copthorne Rd) and The Powis Arms (Lydbury North) are great picks.

When to visit Shrewsbury

Shrewsbury in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 155
1 night at 3-star hotel
Shrewsbury in December
Estimated hotel price
C$ 155
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Shrewsbury

Plane

Although Shrewsbury doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 43 miles from Shrewsbury. The shortest flight to Shrewsbury from Canada departs from Calgary and takes around 12h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Shrewsbury is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 139 miles from Shrewsbury. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and ADDCAR RENTAL , among others, in London.

Plane

Although Shrewsbury doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Liverpool J. Lennon Airport (LPL), which is located 43 miles from Shrewsbury. The shortest flight to Shrewsbury from Canada departs from Calgary and takes around 12h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Shrewsbury is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 139 miles from Shrewsbury. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and ADDCAR RENTAL , among others, in London.

Airports near Shrewsbury

Airlines serving Shrewsbury

Lufthansa
Good (8,228 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,567 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,192 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,485 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,060 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,537 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,252 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,644 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,725 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,653 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (952 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,135 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,964 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,551 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,527 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,461 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,589 reviews)
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Where to stay in Shrewsbury

From 5-star hotels such as the Darwin's Townhouse to great affordable options like the Premier Inn Shrewsbury Town Centre, Shrewsbury offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around C$ 157 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to C$ 249 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Shrewsbury

Most booked hotels in Shrewsbury

The Old Post Office
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 103+
Prince Rupert Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 223+
Holiday Inn Express Shrewsbury By IHG
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 132+
Albrighton Hall Hotel and Spa, a member of Radisson Individuals
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
C$ 151+
The Lion Hotel Shrewsbury
3 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
C$ 98+

Renting a car in Shrewsbury

Renting a car in Shrewsbury costs C$ 64 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay C$ 3.03 per litre in Shrewsbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 36.29 and C$ 48.39. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Shrewsbury, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Shrewsbury costs C$ 64 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 17% more expensive than at Manchester.

Expect to pay C$ 3.03 per litre in Shrewsbury (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 36.29 and C$ 48.39. Compact (Peugeot 208 or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Shrewsbury, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.