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 Belfast and takes around 1h 15m.

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 Belfast and takes around 1h 15m.

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 (8,220 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,577 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,214 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,072 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,471 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,568 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,246 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,654 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (959 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,210 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,986 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,200 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,619 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,533 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,429 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,484 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,598 reviews)
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Where to stay in Windsor

Average rates range from around £109 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)
£109+
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Sofitel London Heathrow
5 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£157+
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Macdonald Windsor Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£99+
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Holiday Inn London - Heathrow Bath Road By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
£93+
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Leonardo London Heathrow Airport
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£78+
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Sir Christopher Wren Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£130+
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Hiring a car in Windsor

Hiring a car in Windsor costs £32 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 £19.34 and £25.79. The most frequently booked car type in Windsor is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 24% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Windsor costs £32 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 £19.34 and £25.79. The most frequently booked car type in Windsor is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Class Economy Car or similar) is, on average, 24% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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