Windermere travel guide
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You're Going to Love Windermere
With a population of 8,118, Windermere is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Windermere deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Windermere
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Boathouse | Bar & Restaurant (The Marina) and Cedar Manor Restaurant (Cedar Manor Hotel Ambleside Road) are great picks.
When to visit Windermere
How to Get to Windermere
Plane
Although Windermere doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 62 miles from Windermere.
Train
Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Windermere, followed by AccesRail. The train station in Windermere is called Windermere, and is located 0.1 miles from the city center.
Car
Another option to get to Windermere is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 109 miles from Windermere. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and GREEN MOTION , among others, in Edinburgh.
Bus
You can travel by bus to Windermere using National Express or FlixBus.
Airlines serving Windermere
Where to stay in Windermere
From 5-star hotels such as the Linthwaite House Hotel to great affordable options like the Elim Bank Guest House, Windermere offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $118 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $238 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Windermere
Most booked hotels in Windermere
Renting a car in Windermere
Expect to pay $6.59 per gallon in Windermere (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $79.04 and $105.39. The most frequently booked car type in Windermere is Luxury (Volvo XC90 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.