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 November
Estimated hotel price
£59
1 night at 3-star hotel
Harlow in November
Estimated hotel price
£59
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 20m.

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 Turo 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 20m.

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 Turo and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Harlow

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Harlow

Lufthansa
Good (8,056 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,527 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,046 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,401 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,409 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,969 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,232 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,603 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,812 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (931 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,583 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,818 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,170 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,407 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (411 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,452 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,373 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,271 reviews)
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Where to stay in Harlow

Average rates range from around £63 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £188 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)
£100+
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Green Man by Chef & Brewer Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
£61+
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Novotel London Stansted Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£75+
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Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£98+
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Holiday Inn Express London - Stansted Airport By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£73+
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Holiday Inn Express Harlow By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£70+
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Hiring a car in Harlow

Hiring a car in Harlow costs £32 per day, on average, or £63 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.60 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 £19.20 and £25.60. The most frequently booked car type in Harlow is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 3% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Harlow costs £32 per day, on average, or £63 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

Expect to pay £1.60 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 £19.20 and £25.60. The most frequently booked car type in Harlow is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 3% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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