About this tour
Explore Nottingham's layered past on this four to five hour private walking tour, tracing the city's most compelling stories from Robin Hood legends to medieval intrigue. Your guide leads you through Market Square—England's largest—down into the honeycomb of caves that sheltered residents during wartime, through the historic Lace Market quarter, and to sites linked to the city's grittier chapters. The journey culminates at a 12th-century pub carved into bedrock, where crusaders once drank before heading to the Holy Land.
Highlights
- England's largest public square in the city centre
- Nearly 1,000 caves beneath Nottingham, including WW2 shelters
- Robin Hood landmarks and Nottingham Castle connections
- Lace Market's textile heritage and Victorian architecture
- Medieval execution sites revealing darker history
- 12th-century pub built into castle rock
What to expect
You'll move between street level and underground on this mixed-terrain walk, with descents into the cave system to see wartime shelters and medieval workings. The guide connects Nottingham's Robin Hood mythology to actual locations, then shifts tone to discuss the city's execution grounds and social history—expect frank conversation about medieval justice. The Lace Market section showcases ornate Victorian buildings and explains why Nottingham became a textile powerhouse. You'll end in a low-ceilinged medieval pub where the stone walls predate most British buildings.
Good to know
All entry fees are covered. The tour suits any fitness level, though cave visits involve stairs and uneven surfaces. Wear sturdy shoes and bring a torch if you have one. Public transport is accessible nearby if you prefer not to walk to the meeting point.
Frequently asked
- How long does Nottingham and Robin Hood Private Guided Walking Tour take?
- Nottingham and Robin Hood Private Guided Walking Tour runs for approximately 4 hours – 5 hours.
- How much does Nottingham and Robin Hood Private Guided Walking Tour cost?
- Prices start from GBP $130 per person. Final pricing varies by date, group size and any add-ons — confirmed at checkout via Viator.
- Where does Nottingham and Robin Hood Private Guided Walking Tour run?
- This tour operates around United Kingdom. Specific meeting points and pickup options are listed by the operator at checkout.
- Who runs Nottingham and Robin Hood Private Guided Walking Tour?
- The tour is sold and operated by its supplier through Viator. New Forest National Park earns a small commission on bookings made via the link, which keeps this site free for travellers.
- Is the tour confirmed at the listed price?
- The price shown is the operator's "from" price as of our last sync. Final price, currency conversion, group discounts and cancellation policy are confirmed at checkout — always review before paying.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original New Forest National Park summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.