Ipswich travel guide
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You're Going to Love Ipswich
With a population of 143,767, Ipswich 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 Ipswich to see all of its attractions.
Activities & attractions in Ipswich
Activities
Where to Eat in Ipswich
If you’re looking for affordable options, Kings Head - Hadleigh (90 High Street) and Plough Ipswich (2 Dogs Head Street) are great picks.
When to visit Ipswich
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Ipswich in July, when the average temperature is 17 °C, and the highest can go up to 22 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 1 °C, with an average temperature of 4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 66 mm. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Ipswich, with an average rainfall of 41 mm.
How to Get to Ipswich
Plane
Although Ipswich doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Cambridge (CBG), which is located 69 km from Ipswich. The shortest domestic flight to Ipswich departs from Glasgow and takes around 1h 15m.
Car
Another option to get to Ipswich is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 67 miles from Ipswich. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.
Airlines serving Ipswich
Where to stay in Ipswich
Average rates range from around £73 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £103 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Ipswich
Most booked hotels in Ipswich
Hiring a car in Ipswich
Hiring a car in Ipswich costs £25 per day, on average.
Expect to pay £1.74 per litre in Ipswich (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £20.86 and £27.81. The most frequently booked car type in Ipswich is Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Mini car hire (Fiat 500 or similar) is, on average, 24% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.