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

Winchester travel guide

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You're Going to Love Winchester

With a population of 40,000, Winchester 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 Winchester to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Winchester

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Ivy Winchester Brasserie (103-104 High Street) and Northbrook Arms (Stratton Lane, East Stratton) are great picks.

When to visit Winchester

Winchester in January
Estimated hotel price
£75
1 night at 3-star hotel
Winchester in January
Estimated hotel price
£75
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Winchester 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 2 °C, with an average temperature of 5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 100 mm. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Winchester, with an average rainfall of 50 mm.

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How to Get to Winchester

Plane

When flying to Winchester, you’ll arrive at Southampton Airport (SOU), which is located 13 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Winchester departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Winchester is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 96 km from Winchester. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Plane

When flying to Winchester, you’ll arrive at Southampton Airport (SOU), which is located 13 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Winchester departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Winchester is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 96 km from Winchester. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Airports near Winchester

SOUSouthampton Eastleigh
BOHBournemouth

Airlines serving Winchester

Lufthansa
Good (8,227 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,570 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,198 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,059 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,478 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,533 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,644 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,722 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,653 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,147 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (948 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,969 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,208 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,560 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,529 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,466 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,591 reviews)
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Where to stay in Winchester

From 5-star hotels such as the Lainston House Hotel to great affordable options like the Days Inn by Wyndham Sutton Scotney South, Winchester offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around £90 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £197 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Winchester, with prices from £32 to £458 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Winchester are about 54% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Winchester

Most booked hotels in Winchester

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Portsmouth Marriott Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£81+
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Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - North by IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£63+
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Winchester Royal Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£86+
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The Winchester Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£83+
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The Langstone Quays
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
£91+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Sutton Scotney South
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
£35+
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Hiring a car in Winchester

Hiring a car in Winchester costs £38 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.62 per litre in Winchester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.33 and £25.77. The most frequently booked car type in Winchester is Mini (Fiat 500 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Winchester costs £38 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.62 per litre in Winchester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £19.33 and £25.77. The most frequently booked car type in Winchester is Mini (Fiat 500 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is, on average, 56% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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