Car rental in Norwich

Driving around Norwich with a rental car

The city of Norwich has centuries of interesting history that can be easily explored with a rental car.  Norwich owes its scenic landscape to the tiny River Wensum. A convenient location near Norfolk Broads makes the city a perfect gateway for active holidays. The lovers of activities such as sailing, bike riding, and hiking will find here their heaven.

The city is both a business and shopping center. Shopping possibilities in Norwich are countless and varied. With a rental car, you can not only store your purchases inside the boot, but also explore the whole city and its surroundings. At the price comparison at Driveboo, you can compare different car rental offers and book the cheapest rental car.

Where is it best to rent a car in Norwich?

Norwich offers a wide selection of car hire companies. However, if you are planning on arriving by plane, you should consider renting a car from one of the multiple car rental companies located at one of the airports. The two airports that are most advisable for exploring Norwich are Norwich Airport (NWI) and as London Stansted Airport (STN). The former can be found at a distance of 3.5 miles (6 km) and the latter is situated 84 miles (135 km) away. With a wide choice of rental car companies at both airports, you can easily jump right into your holiday adventure.

Insurance of a rental car in Norwich

If you decided to rent you car online, you might come across one of the following terms:

• Car Excess Reimbursement
• Total Damage Excess Waiver (TDEW)
• Fully Refundable Excess
• Excess Protection

All of the above-mentioned terms relate to the purchase of additional insurance for your hired car. Insurance bought online will be considerably cheaper in comparison to the offer at the car rental company. Remember to read the terms carefully, as the insurance may cover different types of damage, theft, or accidents.

What are the speed limits for cars in England?

Car hire Norwich– Additional information

• In England, there exists only one toll road – M6 Toll.
• You will find several bridges and tunnels where tolls are collected
• The minimum speeding fine in England is GBP 100
• The maximum fine is GBP 1,000 (or GBP 2,500 on a motorway)

Emergency phone numbers in England

Explore the Highlights of Norwich with a rental car

Centuries of history are visible in each corner of Norwich. The old city is famous for its beautiful old gateways, winding streets, and stunning architecture.

You can start your journey around the city from the Norwich Cathedral, which boasts a 315-foot spire, visible from afar. Interestingly, it is the highest church spire in the whole country. The building represents Norman architectural style. Its most prominent features include the Monk’s Door and the Prior’s Door. After paying a visit to the cathedral, you can head towards Tombland, to which many refer as the “gateway to the city.” In the past, it housed a Saxon marketplace. Today, tourists can admire its beautifully decorated gates – Erpingham, dating back to 1420, and St Ethelbert’s, erected in 1272.

A stone’s throw from Tombland, you will find Elm Hill. This charming cobbled street will lead you to the River Wensum. Along the way, tourists can look at the old tenement houses and shops. Not far from Elm Hill, there is Bridewell Museum, housing an extensive collection of exhibits dedicated to the history of industry and handicrafts in Norfolk. The collection even features a stunning silk shawl, which was once owned by Queen Victoria.

In the city centre, tourists will have a great opportunity to explore venues such as Strangers’ Hall, which is a merchant’s house from the Middle Ages, Suckling House, an old townhouse, St Peter Hungate, offering an insight into religious art, as well as Theatre Royal, Norwich Puppet Theatre, and Maddermarket Theatre.

Discovering the surroundings of Norwich with a rental car

After immersing yourself in the city’s history and cultural background, you can explore the rest of the region. This can be easily done with your rental car. In the table below, you will find a list of interesting attractions in the vicinity of Norwich. The distance to each destination as well as the associated travel times, are specified in the table: