Dover travel guide
Dover Tourism | Dover Guide
You're Going to Love Dover
With a population of 28,156, Dover is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Dover to see all of its attractions.
Activities & attractions in Dover
Transport
Where to Eat in Dover
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Marquis of Granby (Alkham Valley Road) and Royal Oak (36 Lower Road) are great picks.
When to visit Dover
How to Get to Dover
Plane
Although Dover doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 64 miles from Dover. The shortest domestic flight to Dover departs from Glasgow and takes around 1h 20m.
Car
Another option to get to Dover is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 66 miles from Dover. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.
Airlines serving Dover
Where to stay in Dover
Average rates range from around £78 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £123 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Dover
Most booked hotels in Dover
Hiring a car in Dover
Hiring a car in Dover costs £32 per day, on average.
Expect to pay £1.74 per litre in Dover (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.88 and £27.84. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Dover, while also 25% cheaper than other types, on average.