Locally known as The Three Spired Jewel, Coventry is a city with multiple offerings to travellers. With its strong industrial past and its plethora of historic cathedrals, Coventry marries a number of distinct cultural strands into one fascinating city.
Coventry's cathedrals are a huge draw for the historically minded, and any one visiting the city with some spire-spotting in mind would be well advised to start their tour in the Coventry Cathedral Quarter. Rebuilt following bombing during the second world war, the medieval gothic cathedral of St Michael was originally built in the late 14th, early 15th century and now boasts striking stained glass windows and an arresting contemporary design.
Other locations ripe for historical discovery include the St. Mary Guildhall which features a room said to have held Mary, Queen of Scots and the Lunt Roman Fort, a partial reconstruction of a Roman fort with a variety of exhibits. On the other hand, the Warwick Arts Centre is a must for those searching for a little modern culture on their trip. This Midlands complex is the second largest of its kind in the UK and theatre, dance, cinema and comedy are all represented.
If shopping is the aim of the game, then Coventry is sure to please. The city sorts a number of shopping complexes and high street outlets as well as some exciting independent record and clothes shops. The Coventry Market, a large indoor market, is also a great destination for anyone hunting for a bargain while in Coventry.
Those who are visiting Coventry with the aims to kick back and relax with also find themselves well catered to in the beautiful city. Restaurants are numerous and varied, assuring that there are dining options to suit any number of palates, and the clubs and bars offer anything from quiet drinks to wild nights out.
Many of Coventry's evening venues are to be found along reconstructed medieval Spon Street to the west of the city centre and several clubs and music venues are contained within the Skydome Complex. The city centre has plenty to offer too though, with a number of familiar chains and new bars.
Maybe you want to stay in the centre of the fun, or perhaps you prefer to retire to a quiet location after your busy day in Coventry. Either way, make sure you choose
">hotels in Coventry according to your night-time preferences and you're sure to find your nights in the city are as much fun as your days there.
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Adam Singleton writes for a digital marketing agency. This article has been commissioned by a client of said agency. This article is not designed to promote, but should be considered professional content.
