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

Dover travel guide

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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
£60
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dover in November
Estimated hotel price
£60
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 64 miles from Dover. The shortest domestic flight to Dover departs from Belfast 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 Sixt, among others, in London.

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 Belfast 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 Sixt, among others, in London.

Airports near Dover

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Dover

Lufthansa
Good (8,177 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,555 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,151 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,471 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,028 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,502 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,265 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,638 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (950 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,740 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,084 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,648 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,929 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,213 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,437 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,498 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,439 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,358 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dover

Average rates range from around £82 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)
£79+
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Dover Marina Hotel & Spa, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£88+
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St. Margaret's Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£53+
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The Park Inn
2 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£56+
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Les Fleurs Accommodation
2 stars
Okay (5.8, Okay reviews)
£50+
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Hiring a car in Dover

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

Expect to pay £1.54 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 £18.46 and £24.61. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Dover, while also 69% cheaper than other types, on average.

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

Expect to pay £1.54 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 £18.46 and £24.61. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Dover, while also 69% cheaper than other types, on average.

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