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.
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
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.
How to Get to Exeter
Plane
When flying to Exeter, you’ll arrive at Exeter Airport (EXT), which is located 5 miles from the city centre. Airlines that fly from the United Kingdom to Exeter include AccesRail, Etihad Airways and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Exeter departs from Manchester and takes around 7h 45m.
Car
Another option to get to Exeter is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 157 miles from Exeter. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.
Airlines serving Exeter
Where to stay in Exeter
From 5-star hotels such as the Southernhay House Hotel to great affordable options like the Hotel Indigo Exeter By IHG, Exeter offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £83 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £159 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 £36 to £2,685 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 25% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Exeter
Most booked hotels in Exeter
Hiring a car in Exeter
Hiring a car in Exeter costs £34 per day, on average.
It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 9% cheaper than airport locations in Exeter.
Expect to pay £1.74 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 £20.84 and £27.79. The most frequently booked car type in Exeter is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Peugeot 208 or similar) is, on average, 54% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.