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 8 miles 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 60 miles from Winchester. You’ll find branches of Turo and U-Save, among others, in London.

Plane

When flying to Winchester, you’ll arrive at Southampton Airport (SOU), which is located 8 miles 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 60 miles from Winchester. You’ll find branches of Turo and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Winchester

SOUSouthampton Eastleigh
BOHBournemouth

Airlines serving Winchester

Lufthansa
Good (8,229 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,578 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,228 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,074 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,464 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,579 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,249 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,660 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (960 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,214 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,198 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,641 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,536 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,487 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,602 reviews)
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Where to stay in Winchester

From 5-star hotels such as the Lainston House 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 £118 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £222 and up for a 5-star experience.

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)
£85+
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Leonardo Hotel Southampton
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
£62+
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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)
£89+
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The Winchester Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
£93+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Sutton Scotney South
3 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
£34+
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Hiring a car in Winchester

Hiring a car in Winchester costs £32 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.66 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 £19.90 and £26.54. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Winchester, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Winchester costs £32 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.66 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 £19.90 and £26.54. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Winchester, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

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