Cheltenham travel guide
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You're Going to Love Cheltenham
With a population of 103,249, Cheltenham is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Cheltenham to see all of its attractions.
Activities & attractions in Cheltenham
Activities
Sports & Fitness
Food, Drinks, & Nightlife
Where to Eat in Cheltenham
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Coconut Tree (59 St Pauls Road) and The Beefy Boys Cheltenham (70 Regent St) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Cantina del Barrio (162-164 Bath Rd) and The Clarence Social (Clarence Parade) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Cheltenham.
When to visit Cheltenham
How to Get to Cheltenham
Plane
When flying to Cheltenham, you’ll arrive at Gloucestershire (GLO), which is located 4 miles from the city centre.
Train
AccesRail is the most popular train carrier serving Cheltenham, followed by Cross Country. The train station in Cheltenham is called Cheltenham Spa, and is located 0.9 miles from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Cheltenham is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 88 miles from Cheltenham. You’ll find branches of U-Save and SURPRICE CAR RENTAL , among others, in London.
Bus
National Express operates bus routes to Cheltenham. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Cheltenham takes 80 miles and will cost you around £18. From London, the ticket costs about £27 for a journey of 205 miles. The most popular bus station is Cheltenham Royal Well Bus, located 0.1 miles from the city centre of Cheltenham. Cheltenham Gchq is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city centre.
Airlines serving Cheltenham
Where to stay in Cheltenham
Average rates range from around £116 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £138 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Cheltenham, with prices from £15 to £530 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Cheltenham are about 35% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Cheltenham
Most booked hotels in Cheltenham
Hiring a car in Cheltenham
Hiring a car in Cheltenham costs £44 per day, on average.
Expect to pay £1.35 per litre in Cheltenham (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £16.13 and £21.50. The most frequently booked car type in Cheltenham is Compact (Vauxhall Crossland or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Ford Fiesta or similar) is, on average, 67% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.
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