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

Penrith travel guide

Penrith Tourism | Penrith Guide

You're Going to Love Penrith

With a population of 14,793, Penrith is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Penrith has to offer.

Where to Eat in Penrith

If you’re looking for affordable options, Pooley bridge inn (Finkle St) and The Cross Keys Inn (5 Carleton Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Penrith

Penrith in February
Estimated hotel price
$128
1 night at 3-star hotel
Penrith in February
Estimated hotel price
$128
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Penrith

Plane

Although Penrith doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 50 miles from Penrith.

Car

Another option to get to Penrith is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 90 miles from Penrith. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

Although Penrith doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Newcastle Airport (UK) (NCL), which is located 50 miles from Penrith.

Car

Another option to get to Penrith is to pick up a car hire from Edinburgh, which is about 90 miles from Penrith. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airlines serving Penrith

Lufthansa
Good (8,239 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,578 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,236 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,459 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,083 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,247 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,605 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,652 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,726 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,670 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (973 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,242 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,997 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,200 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,540 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,696 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,431 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,497 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,616 reviews)
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Where to stay in Penrith

From 5-star hotels such as the Roundthorn Country House & Luxury Apartments to great affordable options like the Westmorland Hotel Tebay, Penrith offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $209 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $360 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Penrith

Most booked hotels in Penrith

The Royal Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$201+
The Ullswater Inn- The Inn Collection Group
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$212+
North Lakes Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$256+
Macdonald Leeming House
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$333+

Hiring a car in Penrith

Expect to pay $4.06 per litre in Penrith (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $48.70 and $64.93. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Penrith, while also 44% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $4.06 per litre in Penrith (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $48.70 and $64.93. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Penrith, while also 44% cheaper than other types, on average.