Explore must-see spots, hidden gems, and student favourites in Norwich and beyond.
Living in Norwich as a UEA student means never running out of things to do. The city is full of character, from the cobbled streets of the Norwich Lanes to the massive open-air market right in the city centre — perfect for grabbing street food or quirky vintage finds. There’s always something going on at the Norwich Arts Centre or the Theatre Royal, and if you're into live music, venues like The Waterfront and Epic Studios host everything from local bands to big names.
For a bit of history, you’ve got Norwich Cathedral and the Castle — both are stunning and worth a visit (especially if your family’s in town). When the sun’s out, Eaton Park is ideal for a lazy afternoon, or you can kayak on the River Wensum if you’re feeling adventurous. And the nightlife? From classic pubs like the Fat Cat to cocktail bars like Arboretum, there’s a vibe for every mood. Norwich might seem small at first, but it packs a lot in — and it's all just a quick bus ride from campus.
Plantation Garden
Chapelfield Gardens
Eaton Park
Whitlingham Park
Earlham Park
Yard Pasta
Yalm Foodhall
Norwich market - great for shopping too!
Saporita
Tallow
Haggle
Avo
Trattoria Rustica
Namaste
Britons Arms
The Bicycle Shop
GEM of Norwich
Merchants of Spice
Shiki
Biddy's Tea Room
The Yard Coffee
Amelia's
Dick's
Norwich Arts Centre
Norwich Theatre Royal
Maddermarket Theatre
Cinema City Norwich
The Garage
Voodoo Daddy's
Norwich Castle
Norwich Cathedral
The Cathedral of St John the Baptist
Strangers Hall
The Bridewell
The South Asia Collection
Sainsbury Centre
Elm Hill
Norwich Ghost walks
Athena Games
Belong Gaming Arena
Cryptic Escape Rooms
Slice + Dice
The Games Table
Retro Replay
Zatu Games
Norwich City Ale Trail - Discover the fine city through its beer-geography, collect the stamps as you go and a special heritage badge for
The Weavers Arms
The Murderers - 10% discount for students, great pub for both food and ale.
The Fat Cat Brewery Tap - Regular award winners.
Belgian Monk
The Black Horse
Pear Tree Inn
The Garnet
The Rumsey Wells
The Arboretum
Royal Arcade
The Book Hive
Norwich lanes
Chantry Place
Riverside Retail Park
Castle Quarter
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