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

Windsor travel guide

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You're Going to Love Windsor

With a population of 28,324, Windsor 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 Windsor to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Windsor

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Ivy Royal Windsor Brasserie (31 High Street) and The Loch & The Tyne by Adam Handling (10 Crimp Hill) are great picks.

When to visit Windsor

Windsor in April
Estimated hotel price
£119
1 night at 3-star hotel
Windsor in April
Estimated hotel price
£119
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Windsor

Plane

When flying to Windsor, you’ll arrive at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 7 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Windsor departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Windsor is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 21 miles from Windsor. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Plane

When flying to Windsor, you’ll arrive at London Heathrow Airport (LHR), which is located 7 miles from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Windsor departs from Edinburgh and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Windsor is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 21 miles from Windsor. You’ll find branches of Turo and Rentacar, among others, in London.

Airports near Windsor

LHRLondon Heathrow
STNLondon Stansted
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Windsor

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 (11,559 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 Windsor

Average rates range from around £108 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £149 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Windsor

Most booked hotels in Windsor

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Holiday Inn Express Windsor By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
£110+
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Sofitel London Heathrow
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£158+
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Macdonald Windsor Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£85+
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Holiday Inn London - Heathrow Bath Road By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£86+
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Sir Christopher Wren Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£138+
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Castle Hotel Windsor
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
£134+
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Hiring a car in Windsor

Hiring a car in Windsor costs £31 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.62 per litre in Windsor (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.

Hiring a car in Windsor costs £31 per day, on average.

Expect to pay £1.62 per litre in Windsor (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.

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