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Why we love Coventry

The birthplace of 2-Tone music, Coventry dances to the beat of its own drum. Explore the lively arts scene in this former City of Culture, or find out what made it a driving force of the British motor industry at its transport museums. 

Those looking for more high-octane action will find everything from wet and wild waterparks to Peaky Blinders-themed escape rooms. Come face-to-face with Dippy, the dinosaur-in-residence at the Herbert Art Gallery & Museum, or explore the legacy of the 2022 Commonwealth Games. Being in the heart of England, just an hour from London, means Coventry is a perfect base for exploring the West Midlands countryside and beyond.

Things to do in Coventry

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Whizz through the treetops on thrilling zip wires – and try rope bridges, axe-throwing and more.

Discover Go Ape Coventry

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Location: Coventry, England

 Go Ape Coventry
Go Ape Coventry

Visit this incredible wall of light recreated around the bombed-out ruins of Coventry’s old cathedral.

More about Coventry’s new and old cathedrals

Photo by: West Midlands Growth Company

An exterior shot of Coventry Cathedral.
Coventry Cathedral

From vintage to vegan, cheese festivals to retro nights, music evenings to its own vegan brewery, discover the home of 40 unique indie businesses.

Discover FarGo Village

Photo by: ©VisitBritain/Nemorin/ Snub23 and My Dog Sighs

Group of friends at Fargo village featuring artworks by artists Snub23 and My Dog Sighs. Coventry, West Midlands, England
FarGo Village

Take on one of the UK’s biggest indoor waterparks and explore precision-engineered thrill-seeking.

Discover more about The Wave

Photo by: The Wave

Two children sliding on a pool inflatable at The Wave in Coventry
The Wave Coventry

Bursting with fruits, vegetables and flowers, and buzzing with bees and butterflies, this thriving oasis in Ryton is 100% organic.

Check out Garden Organic

Photo by: Garden Organic/Shaun Fellows

Location: Coventry, England

Garden organic, vegetable harvest
Garden Organic

See the largest publicly owned collection of British vehicles of anywhere, including the world’s two fastest cars.

Discover the Coventry Transport Museum

Photo by: ©VisitBritain/Nemorin

Two men looking at an exhibit of motorbikes at Coventry Transport Museum.
Coventry Transport Museum

This toe-tapping museum is a treat for music lovers, with a cafe and memorabilia shop too.

Discover The Coventry Music Museum

Photo by: Jamie Gray

Location: Coventry, England

Coventry Music Museum
The Coventry Music Museum

The line-up is utterly eclectic, featuring bands to suit every style – from The Libertines to Bananarama.

Check out Godiva Festival

Photo by: Dave Archer

Location: Coventry, England

Godiva Festival
Godiva Festival

Look out from Elizabeth I’s private rooms, and stroll through an immaculate historic garden.

Explore Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden

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Location: Coventry, England

Fireworks display above Kenilworth Castle
Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden

The city’s premier entertainment stadium hosts live music, sport, exhibitions and tournaments galore.

What’s on at Coventry Building Society Arena

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Location: Coventry

Coventry Building Society Arena, Bruce Springsteen on stage
Coventry Building Society Arena

From Hollywood movies to an ice-skating adventure, this city-centre venue is jam-packed with entertainment.

More about Coventry Skydome

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Location: Coventry

Rear view of mother and daughter watching people ice skating on ice rink
Coventry Skydome

This locally focused museum has over 320,000 artefacts to explore, plus hands-on craft workshops too.

Explore Herbert Art Gallery & Museum

Photo by: Thomas Graal / Alamy Stock Photo

Location: Coventry

An outside view of the Herbert Art Gallery & Museum in Coventry
Herbert Art Gallery & Museum

With musicals, pantomimes, stand-up comedy, ballet and more, prepare to be entertained!

Visit the Belgrade Theatre

Photo by: Belgrade Theatre

Location: Coventry

Belgrade Theatre Coventry
Belgrade Theatre

Enjoy the largest beer selection in Coventry, with 23 ales on tap and up to 25 bottled varieties.

Explore Twisted Barrel Brewery and Tap House

Photo by: VisitBritain/Nemorin/Peter Goding/My Dog Sighs and Snub 23

Location: Coventry

friends enjoying a beer in outdoor beer garden
Twisted Barrel Brewery and Tap House

Craft beer, live music, fun-filled entertainment and fresh street food – what more could you wish for?

What’s on at Factory - FarGo Village

Photo by: VisitBritain/Nemorin/Peter Goding

Location: Coventry

Factory - FarGo Village

This indulgent cafe is ideal for afternoon tea, decadent desserts or a sneaky late-night snack.

Tuck into Haute Dolci Take Me Away

Photo by: Haute Dolci Conventry

Location: Coventry

Haute Dolci Take Me Away
Haute Dolci Take Me Away

Explore this atmospheric medieval marvel, in the heart of Coventry’s Cathedral Quarter.

What’s on at St Mary's Guildhall

Photo by: Rod Kirkpatrick /RKP Photography

Location: Coventry

St Mary’s Guildhall, Coventry
St Mary's Guildhall

Step inside this stone-built sanctuary to discover glittering stained glass windows and opulent artworks.

Tour Holy Trinity Church Coventry

Photo by: Shutterstock / Pajor Pawel

Location: Coventry

Holy Trinity Church at dusk in Coventry
Holy Trinity Church Coventry

One of Coventry’s biggest LGBTQIA+ nightspots, with drag entertainment, live DJs and great-value drinks.

Get to know Glamorous

Photo by: Mads Perch / Stone / Getty Images

Location: Coventry

A woman dancing on a night out
Glamorous

A haven for wildlife and outdoor lovers alike, and a favourite local spot for picnics and walks.

Discover Allesley Park

Photo by: We are / Digital Vision / Getty Images

Location: Coventry

Friends enjoying a picnic on Spring day
Allesley Park

A great choice for a romantic weekend, or a lavish base for a few days’ exploring.

Visit Chesford Grange Hotel

Photo by: Shutterstock / Kati Finell

Location: Coventry

Close up shot of a golf ball on a tee
Chesford Grange Hotel

A magnificent ivy-covered retreat, with boutique bedrooms and ten acres of glorious gardens to explore – plus a Green Tourism gold certification for its sustainability efforts.

Visit Mallory Court Country House Hotel & Spa

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Location: Coventry

Mallory Court
Mallory Court Country House Hotel & Spa

Take a little time to reconnect with your body and mind at this friendly hot yoga studio.

Stretch out at Hot Yoga Coventry

Photo by: Alamy Stock Photo

Location: Coventry

People practicing yoga - headless close up
Hot Yoga Coventry

Whizz through the treetops on thrilling zip wires – and try rope bridges, axe-throwing and more.

Discover Go Ape Coventry

Photo by: Go Ape Coventry

Location: Coventry, England

 Go Ape Coventry
Go Ape Coventry

Visit this incredible wall of light recreated around the bombed-out ruins of Coventry’s old cathedral.

More about Coventry’s new and old cathedrals

Photo by: West Midlands Growth Company

An exterior shot of Coventry Cathedral.
Coventry Cathedral

From vintage to vegan, cheese festivals to retro nights, music evenings to its own vegan brewery, discover the home of 40 unique indie businesses.

Discover FarGo Village

Photo by: ©VisitBritain/Nemorin/ Snub23 and My Dog Sighs

Group of friends at Fargo village featuring artworks by artists Snub23 and My Dog Sighs. Coventry, West Midlands, England
FarGo Village

Take on one of the UK’s biggest indoor waterparks and explore precision-engineered thrill-seeking.

Discover more about The Wave

Photo by: The Wave

Two children sliding on a pool inflatable at The Wave in Coventry
The Wave Coventry

Bursting with fruits, vegetables and flowers, and buzzing with bees and butterflies, this thriving oasis in Ryton is 100% organic.

Check out Garden Organic

Photo by: Garden Organic/Shaun Fellows

Location: Coventry, England

Garden organic, vegetable harvest
Garden Organic

See the largest publicly owned collection of British vehicles of anywhere, including the world’s two fastest cars.

Discover the Coventry Transport Museum

Photo by: ©VisitBritain/Nemorin

Two men looking at an exhibit of motorbikes at Coventry Transport Museum.
Coventry Transport Museum

This toe-tapping museum is a treat for music lovers, with a cafe and memorabilia shop too.

Discover The Coventry Music Museum

Photo by: Jamie Gray

Location: Coventry, England

Coventry Music Museum
The Coventry Music Museum

The line-up is utterly eclectic, featuring bands to suit every style – from The Libertines to Bananarama.

Check out Godiva Festival

Photo by: Dave Archer

Location: Coventry, England

Godiva Festival
Godiva Festival

Look out from Elizabeth I’s private rooms, and stroll through an immaculate historic garden.

Explore Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden

Photo by: Shutterstock / wael alreweie/ English Heritage

Location: Coventry, England

Fireworks display above Kenilworth Castle
Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden

The city’s premier entertainment stadium hosts live music, sport, exhibitions and tournaments galore.

What’s on at Coventry Building Society Arena

Photo by: Coventry Building Society Arena

Location: Coventry

Coventry Building Society Arena, Bruce Springsteen on stage
Coventry Building Society Arena

From Hollywood movies to an ice-skating adventure, this city-centre venue is jam-packed with entertainment.

More about Coventry Skydome

Photo by: Getty Images/Image Source

Location: Coventry

Rear view of mother and daughter watching people ice skating on ice rink
Coventry Skydome

This locally focused museum has over 320,000 artefacts to explore, plus hands-on craft workshops too.

Explore Herbert Art Gallery & Museum

Photo by: Thomas Graal / Alamy Stock Photo

Location: Coventry

An outside view of the Herbert Art Gallery & Museum in Coventry
Herbert Art Gallery & Museum

With musicals, pantomimes, stand-up comedy, ballet and more, prepare to be entertained!

Visit the Belgrade Theatre

Photo by: Belgrade Theatre

Location: Coventry

Belgrade Theatre Coventry
Belgrade Theatre

Enjoy the largest beer selection in Coventry, with 23 ales on tap and up to 25 bottled varieties.

Explore Twisted Barrel Brewery and Tap House

Photo by: VisitBritain/Nemorin/Peter Goding/My Dog Sighs and Snub 23

Location: Coventry

friends enjoying a beer in outdoor beer garden
Twisted Barrel Brewery and Tap House

Craft beer, live music, fun-filled entertainment and fresh street food – what more could you wish for?

What’s on at Factory - FarGo Village

Photo by: VisitBritain/Nemorin/Peter Goding

Location: Coventry

Factory - FarGo Village

This indulgent cafe is ideal for afternoon tea, decadent desserts or a sneaky late-night snack.

Tuck into Haute Dolci Take Me Away

Photo by: Haute Dolci Conventry

Location: Coventry

Haute Dolci Take Me Away
Haute Dolci Take Me Away

Explore this atmospheric medieval marvel, in the heart of Coventry’s Cathedral Quarter.

What’s on at St Mary's Guildhall

Photo by: Rod Kirkpatrick /RKP Photography

Location: Coventry

St Mary’s Guildhall, Coventry
St Mary's Guildhall

Step inside this stone-built sanctuary to discover glittering stained glass windows and opulent artworks.

Tour Holy Trinity Church Coventry

Photo by: Shutterstock / Pajor Pawel

Location: Coventry

Holy Trinity Church at dusk in Coventry
Holy Trinity Church Coventry

One of Coventry’s biggest LGBTQIA+ nightspots, with drag entertainment, live DJs and great-value drinks.

Get to know Glamorous

Photo by: Mads Perch / Stone / Getty Images

Location: Coventry

A woman dancing on a night out
Glamorous

A haven for wildlife and outdoor lovers alike, and a favourite local spot for picnics and walks.

Discover Allesley Park

Photo by: We are / Digital Vision / Getty Images

Location: Coventry

Friends enjoying a picnic on Spring day
Allesley Park

A great choice for a romantic weekend, or a lavish base for a few days’ exploring.

Visit Chesford Grange Hotel

Photo by: Shutterstock / Kati Finell

Location: Coventry

Close up shot of a golf ball on a tee
Chesford Grange Hotel

A magnificent ivy-covered retreat, with boutique bedrooms and ten acres of glorious gardens to explore – plus a Green Tourism gold certification for its sustainability efforts.

Visit Mallory Court Country House Hotel & Spa

Photo by: Mallory Court

Location: Coventry

Mallory Court
Mallory Court Country House Hotel & Spa

Take a little time to reconnect with your body and mind at this friendly hot yoga studio.

Stretch out at Hot Yoga Coventry

Photo by: Alamy Stock Photo

Location: Coventry

People practicing yoga - headless close up
Hot Yoga Coventry

Places to stay in Coventry

Central Coventry

From here it’s easy to explore the cathedral and the medieval parts to this city’s heritage, including abbeys and castles. For a unique stay, see the Telegraph Hotel in a former newspaper office decorated with old printed editions.

Binley

Highlights of this suburb include Coombe Abbey, a former 12th-century Cistercian abbey offering peace and tranquillity, set in 500 acres of parkland. 

FarGo Village

Stay in the city’s creative quarter to discover this hipster hangout, offering a brewery, street food, vegan delights, music, drinks and vintage shops.

Explore nearby

An industrial hub with a vibrant, creative heart and a whole host of quirky adventures.

Photo by: West Midlands Growth Company

Historical building, with a clock tower, beside a fountain

An unmissable destination for travellers, London is a melting pot of history, culture and green spaces.

Photo by: VisitBritain/Hazel Parreno

Picadilly Circus underground station

Steeped in the legends that surround Robin Hood, Nottingham is home to literary greats and a thriving independent arts scene.

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A performer in front of Nottingham Castle

From a medieval monarch found under a car park to the city’s celebration of multicultural modern life, Leicester has it all.

Photo by: Visit Leicester

Location: Leicester, England

An outdoor view of Leicester's historic Guild Hall

From Peaky Blinders to Shakespeare, the West Midlands has plenty of stories to tell. Explore the region on this five day itinerary.

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Location: Birmingham, England

two young girls exploring Birmingham's main square.

Getting to Coventry

Birmingham Airport welcomes travellers from all over the world and is only ten miles (16km) away from Coventry. The fastest train from the airport to the city centre takes only ten minutes, with several operators offering services via West Midlands Railway.

In just an hour you can get to Coventry by train from London Euston with Avanti West Coast or West Midlands Railway. Being in the heart of the country, it’s very well connected. If you come by car, you can take in historic Oxford, too.

Getting around Coventry

By bus

Coventry is well connected by public transport. You can check out local bus services, timetables, maps and planners by visiting the West Midlands Network website. 

By train

Coventry is at the heart of an extensive regional rail network, looked after by Transport for West Midlands, including trains with CrossCountry, West Midlands Railway and Avanti West Coast.

By foot

The centre is easy to explore on foot, and public transport connections make it simple to navigate once you get there. Try Curious about Coventry’s self-guided walks tours.

By bike

A bike-friendly city, cycle routes and dedicated lanes make exploring by bike hassle-free. Coventry City Council’s Where to Ride section has an online cycle planner and free cycle maps.

By canal

The Coventry Canal starts in Coventry Canal Basin and stretches 38 miles into the Midlands’ countryside. Look out for walking routes, cafes and art. 

Want to know more?

Head to Visit Coventry for insider tips and more recommendations on things to do in Coventry.