Why we love Coventry
The birthplace of 2-Tone music and Britain’s motor industry, Coventry thrives as a bold innovator. Explore the city’s lively culture and arts scene, and its architecturally showy modern cathedral. From its very own bohemian village rammed with all things vegan to vintage, to masses of places for art and theatres in this former City of Culture.
Those looking for more high-octane action will find indoor waves to escape rooms. Or lose yourself in a tour from filming locations from the hit show Peaky Blinders to the legacy of the 2022 Commonwealth Games. Being in the heart of England, an hour from London, means it’s a perfect base for exploring the West Midlands countryside and beyond.
Featured things to do
Visit Coventry’s newest park
Explore a load of events set to kick off the £8 million restoration of Coventry’s medieval Charterhouse building (founded 1385), along with a new 70 acre Heritage Park which sits alongside the River Sherbourne.
Go Ape Coventry
Adventurers of all ages love this outdoor activity centre, where you can whizz through the treetops on zip wires, test your nerve on wobbly rope bridges, and give axe-throwing and off-road driving a go.
Tuck into Coventry
Whether it's street food grub, or a fine dining dinner the city comes to life with flavours. From a bar, to pub, to late night bites, discover where to eat out.
Coventry Christmas market
From late November the streets will twinkle and you can enjoy food, Bratwurst and a fully-stocked bar complete with unique stalls selling everything for last minute gifts.
Places to stay in Coventry
FarGo village
A hipster hangout, offering a brewery, dirty street food, vegan delights, music, drinks, and vintage shops to name just some.
Central Coventry
From here it’s easy to explore the cathedral, and the medieval parts to this city’s heritage, including abbeys and castles. Check out Spoon Street - it’s resorted medieval area. For a unique stay, see The Telegraph Hotel for a newspaper style stay decorated with old printed editions.
Coombe Abbey (Binley)
A former 12th century Cistercian abbey offers peace and tranquillity set in 500 acres of parkland.
Explore nearby
Getting to Coventry
Birmingham Airport welcomes travellers from all over the world and is only 10 miles (16 kilometres) away from Coventry. The fastest train from the airport to the city centre takes only 10 minutes, with several operators offering services via West Midlands Rail.
In just an hour you can get to Coventry by train from London Euston with Avanti West Coast or West Midlands trains. 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 trail.
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