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

Exeter travel guide

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You're Going to Love Exeter

With a population of 113 118, Exeter 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 Exeter to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Exeter

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Ivy Exeter (65-67 High Street) and Harry's Restaurant (Harry's Restaurant) are great picks.

When to visit Exeter

Exeter in January
Estimated hotel price
£73
1 night at 3-star hotel
Exeter in January
Estimated hotel price
£73
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Exeter in July, when the average temperature is 16 °C, and the highest can go up to 21 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 2 °C, with an average temperature of 5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in February, when precipitation is around 28 mm. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Exeter, with an average rainfall of 3 mm.

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How to Get to Exeter

Plane

When flying to Exeter, you’ll arrive at Exeter Airport (EXT), which is located 9 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Exeter include AccesRail, British Airways and Etihad Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Exeter departs from Manchester and takes around 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Exeter is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 253 km from Exeter. You’ll find branches of Turo and Sixt, among others, in London.

Plane

When flying to Exeter, you’ll arrive at Exeter Airport (EXT), which is located 9 km from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Exeter include AccesRail, British Airways and Etihad Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Exeter departs from Manchester and takes around 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Exeter is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 253 km from Exeter. You’ll find branches of Turo and Sixt, among others, in London.

Airports near Exeter

BRSBristol
NQYCornwall Newquay
CWLCardiff Wales

Airlines serving Exeter

KLM
Good (1,531 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,076 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,456 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,976 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,614 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,467 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,423 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,007 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,628 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,912 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (641 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,244 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (297 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,285 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (306 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (690 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,385 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (189 reviews)
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Where to stay in Exeter

Average rates range from around £96 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £248 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Blue Ball Inn, Sandygate, Exeter and Travelodge Exeter M5. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Exeter, with prices from £42 to £2,693 per night. Exeter City Centre is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Exeter are about 48% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Exeter

Most booked hotels in Exeter

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Holiday Inn Express Exeter - City Centre By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£69+
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Exeter Court Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£55+
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White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£47+
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Holiday Inn Express Exeter East By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£61+
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Hotel Indigo Exeter By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£92+
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Ashton Court Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£98+
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Hiring a car in Exeter

Hiring a car in Exeter costs £32 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 28% cheaper than airport locations in Exeter.

Expect to pay £1.59 per litre in Exeter (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.00 and £25.33. The most frequently booked car type in Exeter is Luxury (Mercedes-Benz E-Class or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Skoda Fabia or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Exeter costs £32 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 28% cheaper than airport locations in Exeter.

Expect to pay £1.59 per litre in Exeter (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.00 and £25.33. The most frequently booked car type in Exeter is Luxury (Mercedes-Benz E-Class or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Skoda Fabia or similar) is, on average, 53% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Exeter

Compact SUV

4 adults, 2 Bags

£23/day

Compact SUV

Economy

2 adults, 2 Bags

£26/day

Economy
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