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

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.

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

Dover in November
Estimated hotel price
£59
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dover in November
Estimated hotel price
£59
1 night at 3-star hotel

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 103 km from Dover. The shortest domestic flight to Dover departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Dover is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 107 km from Dover. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Dover doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), which is located 103 km from Dover. The shortest domestic flight to Dover departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Dover is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 107 km from Dover. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Airports near Dover

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Dover

Lufthansa
Good (8,204 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,560 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,178 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,479 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,042 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,505 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,259 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,737 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,658 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,103 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,953 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,506 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,504 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,454 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,586 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dover

Average rates range from around £93 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £116 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Dover

Most booked hotels in Dover

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Holiday Inn Dover By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£73+
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Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£80+
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St. Margaret's Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£54+
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The Park Inn
2 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
£49+
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Les Fleurs Accommodation
2 stars
Okay (5.8, Okay reviews)
£49+
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Hiring a car in Dover

Hiring a car in Dover costs £31 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.62 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 £19.36 and £25.81. The most frequently booked car type in Dover is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Jeep Avenger or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Dover costs £31 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.62 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 £19.36 and £25.81. The most frequently booked car type in Dover is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Jeep Avenger or similar) is, on average, 51% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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