Hidden gems: Things to dos in Nottingham

Discover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Nottingham. This list contains 30 places from Things to do category.

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WholeHealth Open Water Swim Village & Sauna
Swimming lake
👍👍 Fantastic community run by Cat & Wales. I have been coming twice a week since June 2021. I always feel welcome whether on my own or with friends. Im more of a wellness than a fitness swimmer but this is a perfect place for both. Great facilities, very safe and everyone always welcome. New sauna is...
5.00 (46 reviews)
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Rushford Drive Park
Park
👍👍 Very nice beautiful park
5.00 (5 reviews)
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Beeston Sidings - Miniature Nature Reserve
Nature preserve
👍👍 A small natural reserve a short walk from the tram , very peaceful and beautiful.
4.90 (7 reviews)
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Debbie Bryan | Nottingham Lace Market
Art cafe
👍👍 An eclectic gem of a place hidden within the Lace Market. So glad I came across it. Had a lovely craft afternoon with delicious carrot cake and tea. Will return for one of their afternoon teas and take friends to share this delightful experience
$$ $$
4.80 (128 reviews)
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Bulwell Forest Garden
Community garden
👍👍 We went to Bulwell Forest Garden for their Grow, Cook & Play Family Event! Our 1½ year old loved it and as parents we loved all of the things to offer! Coffee & Cake, Crafts such as rock painting, hobby horse making, bird feeder making and smoothie making. The most fabulous curry and flatbreads and...
4.80 (106 reviews)
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Lincoln Circus
Park
4.80 (28 reviews)
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Windmill Gardens
Museum
4.80 (6 reviews)
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The Mystic Moon
Gift shop
😐 I love to support my local shop. The shop is lovely and the staff is professional and friendly. But make sure to check your order made for pick up. Some items were missing from mine and if I didn’t ask, no one would have let me know which I didn’t appreciate.
4.70 (141 reviews)
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Colwick Woods Local Nature Reserve
Park
👍👍 Always a favourite spot to walk, and to walk our pooch! She loves it as much as us! Usually lots of friendly walkers there too, which always makes it feel nicer! Beautiful views, especially overlooking Nottingham. Lovely woodland walks with streams when there's rainfall. Lots of lovely routes you ca...
4.70 (134 reviews)
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Victoria Embankment
Park
👍👍 Great place for a walk or to just sit and relax. Trent Bridge Cricket Stadium is just 5 mins walk from here
4.70 (83 reviews)
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Millennium Garden
Garden
👍👍 Lovely quiet gardens, lots of bees, rabbits, and other wildlife to sit and watch.
4.70 (67 reviews)
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The Furry Sticker Pole of Nottingham
Tourist attraction
👍👍 A sacred spot where I pray for my dad to return with the 1 pint Tesco’s semi-skimmed milk
4.70 (53 reviews)
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Holme Pit
Lake
👍 A hidden gem of a place
4.70 (10 reviews)
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Harrison's Plantation Nature Reserve
Nature preserve
👍👍 Love nature reserve, ideal for a stroll with family. Decent amount of benches, great wildlife and easy access/parking.
4.60 (145 reviews)
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St Peter's Church, Nottingham
Church
👍👍 A well-maintained Anglican church in the city centre; a few steps away from Old Market Square. A local told me that the original church had been destroyed by fire around 1153 after Matilda’s attack. Empress Matilda was among those who claimed the English throne during the Anarchy (civil war). Matild...
4.60 (125 reviews)
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The Meadows New Sports Pavilion
Park
👍👍 Nice place to walk and have good moments.
4.60 (104 reviews)
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Martin's Pond
Lake
👍 A lovely walk on a lovely day with my dog ted.
4.60 (29 reviews)
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Owen's beach
Park
😠 Where is the sand
4.60 (24 reviews)
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Marina
Lake
4.60 (14 reviews)
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