While Norwich lost its claim to being the UK's second city a long time ago now, it does retain its title as a great place to head on a night out. From craft beer spots to cocktail bars with the best happy hours in the business, check out our recommendations for the best bars in Norwich below.
Bringing a little historic charm to your drinks in Norwich is The Georgian Townhouse. Boasting plates brimming with locally sourced produce, to craft beers, wines and spirits, it's a great way to lap up a taste of Norwich.
For a quirky boozer, we recommend heading to Lamb Inn Norwich. If you're a big horror fan, this spot claims to be haunted by three ghosts. In addition, the venue has a beautiful courtyard so you can settle in with a few sun-soaked pints.
A favourite of Norwich activity bars, Boom Battle is the destination for all kinds of fun games to get competitive with your pals or other half. There are arcades, shuffleboard, crazy golf, axe throwing and more, alongside cool cocktails and street food too.
To call BOX22 a bar is something of an understatement. This place is a bona fide social playground.
Packing in everything from augmented darts, shuffleboard, a hyper-realistic shooting simulator, a classic pool table and over 30 HD screens, it's a go-to spot in the city for live sport and entertainment. Of course, the refreshments are epic too. As well as everything you could ever hope for from behind the bar, Norwich food royalty Zaks are here serving up smash burgers, loaded fries, wings and plenty more from their garden kitchen trailer.
Spanning across two spacious floors, Bar&Beyond on Prince of Wales Road has got something for everyone. There are five different bars to take a seat at, covered in graffiti and cool neon lighting, with tables and VIP booths to choose from.
There's a cracking selection of cocktails on offer, and you can even nab two-for-one drinks all day Thursday to Saturday.
Looking for a bar with a bit of drama? Cosy Club Norwich delivers just that, set inside a stunning former bank where history meets high-end cocktails. Pull up a stool under the soaring glass-domed ceiling and sip your way through a menu of beautifully crafted drinks, such as spritzes, Tiramisu Martinis and perfectly balanced Negronis.
The warm, inviting atmosphere makes it a top spot for after-work drinks, date nights or a glamorous start to your evening out. For something extra special, book one of the private rooms (yes, even the old vault) and turn cocktail hour into an event.
Found just a short walk from the city centre, Be At One Norwich is a snazzy spot to knock back a cocktail or two. Get your lips around classic and signature tipples, such as the Irish Disco Biscuit, made up of Baileys, peppermint liqueur, Oreo cookies and ice cream.
