We rolled up late afternoon on a long day out in Norwich and the friendly staff kindly suggested we…read morespend 5 mins in the cafe or gift shop so we could purchase their Twilight tickets at GBP2.50 which is a steal. We did have to pick what we were interested in and walk through some displays we weren't necessarily into, but we had plenty of time to enjoy everything on offer. And boy, do they have offerings! Firstly I was impressed by the architecture as you approach the antiquated castle, then by the glass addition on entry which blend both old and new together. We started by walking up to the ramparts to view the city and you continue to see the seamless way they integrated the buildings on the staircases. Then we started at the beginning of the museum and enjoyed the banquet hall where there are hands on displays including fake food and clothing for children....or your inner child ;) Great photo op! There are continued interactive displays throughout the museum to enjoy so keep a lookout. As well as museum displays there are art galleries and although I'm not usually a fan of modern art I was intrigued by some of the artwork using mixed media. The museum really does have something for everyone's interests, military, archaeology, social history, teapot collections, taxidermy in landscapes, every era represented. I hadn't expected to see so many excellent exhibits in a museum this size. Norwich knows how to build a museum! If I ever return I will start my day at the museum and spend more time there.

A small regional museum. The castle can clearly be seen from quite a lot of the city. Very nice…read morefriendly people, no signs from the city to say how to find the entrance.

This cinema is clean with very comfortable seats. The cinema offers free parking in the nearby…read moremulti-storey. Food and drink are overpriced, even for a cinema. We have seen two 'premieres' there through SKY. On both occasions we enjoyed it.

Located down the Riverside complex which is close to the train station in the city. They offer four…read morehours free parking when watching a movie with them. You need to have your ticket validated before leaving the cinema and is only if you are lucky enough to get a space in the multi storey parking lot linked to the site. It's the best cinema in the city with fourteen screen showing blockbusters and occasional art house films. They have new technology in the form of digital projection, a new bar which offers hot bar snack food as well as a vip open for those willing to pay a bit more for the relaxed atmosphere of a private bar prior to the movie. Ben and Jerry's ice cream is served in all the usual chocolatey flavours along with waffles cookies and coffee.

Queues are often pretty long and the films are never ready and clean on time, other than that the…read morestaff are amazing and helpful the screens are very big and the seats are all spacious and comfortable

A good cinema with a wide variety of films…read more We went last Saturday. £1 a ticket for the Kids Club with free parking. A great deal! Sometimes the cleaning, especially of spilled drinks, is not as good as it should be. Beware of sticky floors, especially near the bean bags!

This museum was a private home in Norwich since the 14th century and has been considerably added to…read moreover the years. It now contains many pieces from Norwich museum service's extensive collections and is a fascinating glimpse at family life throughout the ages. There are often costumed interpreters available for tours and always staff on hand to explain the exhibits. Only open Wednesdays and Saturdays.

I spent many wonderful hours here when I was a child, and rediscovered it a few years ago. From the…read moregrand entrance hall to the toy room tucked away at the top, you will be fascinated and entertained. The opening times are restricted, but after being threatened with closure a few years back we are thankful it is still there! Definitely worth seeking out.

Trying to book a ticket with the ios app. It kept switching me to the website and back to the app…read moreand back to the website. In the end I called them they recommended I try and book through the website direct not through the app. The website like the app is not user-friendly! Finally booking my tickets I had to proceed to the payment it it went round and round for over five minutes timed out I canceled it. It said I may have been charged for the tickets! I decided I would see if I could book over the phone. They said yes, but I would be charged for a phone call. I said fine and booked over the phone.

The cinema is at a great location in Norwich. It also gives students discounts…read more There is a bar on the ground, where we ordered wine and took the beverage to the screen room. They served us in nice wine glasses and we could take the glasses to the room.

We are probably here about once a month on average…read more I have yet to see a bad production here. The last two were Avenue Q and Goodnight, Mr Tom. It would have five stars if the prices for soft drinks, especially water, were more realistic.

From my visits here, Norwich Theatre Royal seems a decent theatre, moderately sized and with a nice…read moreatmosphere. The cafe and bar appear to be good quality, and the staff are courteous and helpful to all customers. There is a good variety of productions including comedy, drama and panto for all audiences.

I have never been to anything like the Puppet Theatre before and my only experience of it is when I…read moreattended a short performance of Thumbelina there a couple of years ago with my 3 year old daughter. Both of us absolutely loved it! It took place in the smaller Octagon studio which only has room for about 50 people. All the children sat on the floor on cushions in between two small aisles of chairs reserved for the adults. The puppets were amazing! So beautifully created and with such character. The puppeteer was a brilliant story-teller and performed with the puppets so expertly that they really seemed to come to life. My daughter was totally focussed on the performance as were all the other children there. This is a great place to introduce young children to theatre entertainment.

Situated on the opposite side of the river to all the trendy bars and clubs on Riverside is The…read moreWaterfront. A grimy, run down building with a lackluster interior and a floor that your feet will stick to all night long. But don't let that put you off! During the week it is used as a music venue and although you'll never see the likes of Oasis play there, it does attract great up and coming bands. It also offers local bands a chance to showcase their talent with nights organised by local promoters. At the weekends the venue is used as a club that generally caters for the 'alternative' Norwich scene. Friday nights tend to alternate each week between 80's and 90's theme, which may sound cheesy but the DJ's actually play decent music from those decades. It is nothing like your typical Flares or Reflex nightclubs. Every Saturday in the main room downstairs is a club night called Meltdown, which tends to play alternative music catering for the indie/emo/punk/rock/dance genres. Up stairs there are two rooms. One is a small café bar, which is great to as a chill out area as there are plenty of tables and chairs located around. The other room is larger which has a different set of DJ's each week will be a different themed night. Anything from New Electro to Britpop to Heavy Metal or Rap. There's rarely any trouble in The Waterfront and you'll always make a new friend each time you go there. Overall, it's a great night out with a quality friendly atmosphere!

Despite the dated look and the sticky floor this is probably the best place to catch bands on their…read moreway up. With a capacity of about 750 it feels intimate even when full. Bar is not too pricey, possibly due to catering to a student crowd. Check what is on and give it a go.

I atended a wedding here in October and what a stunning place. Along with a spacious hall, with…read morebeams and original dragon features, it also contains lots of interesting information and history of the place. As a venue for events, it has a lovely outside courtyard, perfect for warm evenings and photos opportunities. The staff were extremely helpful and friendly, and the layout of the facilities were excellent. One major memory that has to be mentioned are the super strength hand driers in the toilets!!

I really enjoyed a Birthday Party here in 2007, amongst the ancient beams and history. A really…read moremellow place to eat drink and be merry and to soak up 1,000 years of Norwich life.

A great night out for all over 18's. It is a fun and lively place…read more Grab a group of friends, take your sense of humour with you and you will have a great fun evening, with the chance of winning some fantastic money prizes. There is a full bar and snacks are also available. Take a night out and see what you have been missing. You won't regret it.

Mecca Bingo is far more entertaining then it has any right to be. Its a surprisingly fun way to…read morespend an evening having a laugh with friends. It may not be the most attractive of venues in Norwich, but the bar is pretty decent, the games are cheap to play, and you've got a genuine chance of walking away with money at the end of the evening, which doesn't usually happen on a night out in Norwich.