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
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel
Penrith in February
Estimated hotel price
$124
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 DRIVALIA , 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 DRIVALIA , among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Penrith

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
MANManchester
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse

Airlines serving Penrith

Lufthansa
Good (8,019 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,519 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,995 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,444 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,394 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,955 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,219 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,590 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (921 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,575 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,784 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,194 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,077 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (409 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,398 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,257 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,342 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,400 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.

Where to stay in popular areas of Penrith

Most booked hotels in Penrith

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Westmorland Hotel Tebay
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
$254+
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Norcroft Guest House
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, Excellent reviews)
$212+
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Yha Helvellyn
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$111+
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The Ullswater Inn
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$254+
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North Lakes Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$253+
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Shap Wells Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$220+
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Hiring a car in Penrith

Expect to pay $3.62 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 $43.41 and $57.88. The most frequently booked car type in Penrith is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Skoda Fabia or similar) is, on average, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $3.62 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 $43.41 and $57.88. The most frequently booked car type in Penrith is Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Skoda Fabia or similar) is, on average, 55% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.