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

Harlow travel guide

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You're Going to Love Harlow

With a population of 94.365, Harlow is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Harlow deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Harlow

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sevine Brasserie (13b) and Nuwairahs Japanese & Mexican Kitchen - Harlow (37-39 Station Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Harlow

Harlow in February
Estimated hotel price
£60
1 night at 3-star hotel
Harlow in February
Estimated hotel price
£60
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Harlow

Plane

When flying to Harlow, you’ll arrive at London Stansted Airport (STN), which is located 15 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Harlow departs from Glasgow and takes around 1h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Harlow is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 35 km from Harlow. You’ll find branches of Avis and U-Save, among others, in London.

Plane

When flying to Harlow, you’ll arrive at London Stansted Airport (STN), which is located 15 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Harlow departs from Glasgow and takes around 1h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Harlow is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 35 km from Harlow. You’ll find branches of Avis and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Harlow

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Harlow

KLM
Good (1,594 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (8,297 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,282 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,473 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,110 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,241 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,701 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,712 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,688 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (981 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,467 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,025 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,556 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,863 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,538 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,414 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,631 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (436 reviews)
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Where to stay in Harlow

Average rates range from around £58 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £159 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Harlow

Most booked hotels in Harlow

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Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£84+
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Premier Inn London Stansted Airport
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£41+
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The Green Man by Chef and Brewer Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£62+
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Holiday Inn Express Harlow By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£61+
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Holiday Inn Express London - Stansted Airport By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£57+
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Roydon Marina Village Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
£59+
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Hiring a car in Harlow

Hiring a car in Harlow costs £30 per day, on average, or £60 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.73 per litre in Harlow (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.67 and £27.56. Economy (Renault Clio or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Harlow, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Harlow costs £30 per day, on average, or £60 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.73 per litre in Harlow (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.67 and £27.56. Economy (Renault Clio or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Harlow, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

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