Nestled in the heart of England's East Midlands is the enchanting blend of historic charm and urban vitality that is Nottingham. Framed by rolling sandstone hills and the serene River Trent, Nottingham features an agreeably temperate climate—with mild winters and balmy summers, though visitors should anticipate England's iconic rain showers all year round.

This dynamic city is shaped by its fabled ties to Robin Hood and a storied industrial heritage of lace-making. Not merely a history lesson, Nottingham is a pulsing university city, where timeless architecture mingles with contemporary culture. Its genial residents, dubbed "Nottinghamians," are renowned for their hospitable demeanor and reverence for their city's rich past.

Nottingham, however, is not just any city but one with an almost magical underground world, boasting over 800 caves carved into the sandstone beneath its bustling streets. The city center is a scenic medley of Victorian grandeur, medieval landmarks, including Ye Olde Trip to Jerusalem (one of England's oldest inns), and chic shopping districts.

Culinary adventurers should sample local delicacies like the unique Nottingham cheese, traditionally-prepared mushy peas, and the one-and-only HP Sauce, originally born here. Headlining the city's must-see list are the magnificent Wollaton Hall—a Tudor masterpiece nestled in a 500-acre deer park—and the historic Nottingham Castle, freshly revamped to retell the city's rebel past.