Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Alnwick travel guide

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You're Going to Love Alnwick

With a population of 7 940, Alnwick is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Alnwick to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Alnwick

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Whittling House (24-25 Northumberland St) and The Joiners Arms (Newton By The Sea) are great picks.

When to visit Alnwick

Alnwick in May
Estimated hotel price
£69
1 night at 3-star hotel
Alnwick in May
Estimated hotel price
£69
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Alnwick

Plane

Although Alnwick doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 42 km from Alnwick. The shortest domestic flight to Alnwick departs from Bristol and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Alnwick is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 217 km from Alnwick. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Plane

Although Alnwick doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 42 km from Alnwick. The shortest domestic flight to Alnwick departs from Bristol and takes around 1h 05m.

Car

Another option to get to Alnwick is to pick up a car hire from Manchester, which is about 217 km from Alnwick. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in Manchester.

Airports near Alnwick

MMEDarlington Teesside Intl
NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse

Airlines serving Alnwick

Lufthansa
Good (7,962 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,512 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,937 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,463 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,346 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,924 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,204 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,580 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (913 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,677 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,568 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,724 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,982 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,192 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,392 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,225 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,310 reviews)
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Where to stay in Alnwick

Average rates range from around £112 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £170 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Alnwick

Most booked hotels in Alnwick

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Pantile Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (9.6, Excellent reviews)
£92+
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The Tempus at Charlton Hall Estate
4 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£120+
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Red Lion Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£98+
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Doxford Hall Hotel And Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
£144+
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The Hog's Head Inn - The Inn Collection Group
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£99+
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Alnwick Lodge West Cawledge Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£94+
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Hiring a car in Alnwick

Hiring a car in Alnwick costs £40 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 38% more expensive than at Newcastle upon Tyne.

Expect to pay £1.58 per litre in Alnwick (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.89 and £25.19. Compact (Renault Kangoo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Alnwick, while also 40% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Alnwick costs £40 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 38% more expensive than at Newcastle upon Tyne.

Expect to pay £1.58 per litre in Alnwick (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.89 and £25.19. Compact (Renault Kangoo or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Alnwick, while also 40% cheaper than other types, on average.