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
£72
1 night at 3-star hotel
Exeter in January
Estimated hotel price
£72
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 5 miles 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 London and takes around 7h.

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 GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

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, British Airways and Etihad Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Exeter departs from London and takes around 7h.

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 GREEN MOTION and Turo, among others, in London.

Airports near Exeter

BRSBristol
NQYCornwall Newquay
CWLCardiff Wales

Airlines serving Exeter

KLM
Good (1,541 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,126 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,010 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,476 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,258 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,627 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,747 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,481 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,439 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,673 reviews)
easyJet
Good (1,917 reviews)
Pegasus Airlines
Good (636 reviews)
Eurowings
Good (298 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,259 reviews)
Vueling
Good (1,289 reviews)
Kenya Airways
Good (312 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (693 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,411 reviews)
Jet2
Excellent (192 reviews)
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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 £93 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £239 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 £48 to £2,643 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 32% 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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Exeter Court Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£59+
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Leonardo Hotel Exeter
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£77+
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Holiday Inn Express Exeter East By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£68+
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Woodbury Park Hotel and Golf Club
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£68+
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Manor Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£72+
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Ashton Court Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£100+
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Hiring a car in Exeter

Hiring a car in Exeter costs £33 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 11% cheaper than airport locations in Exeter.

Expect to pay £1.49 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 £17.84 and £23.79. The most frequently booked car type in Exeter is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 12% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Exeter costs £33 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 11% cheaper than airport locations in Exeter.

Expect to pay £1.49 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 £17.84 and £23.79. The most frequently booked car type in Exeter is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Ford Focus or similar) is, on average, 12% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Best car hire deals in Exeter

Compact SUV

4 adults, 2 Bags

£21/day

Compact SUV

Compact SUV

4 adults, 2 Bags

£21/day

Compact SUV
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