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

Reading travel guide

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With a population of 244,070, Reading 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 Reading to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Reading

If you’re looking for affordable options, Gordon Ramsay Street Burger — Reading (Riverside) and Carluccio's - Reading (Unit 1, Davidson House) are great picks.

When to visit Reading

Reading in March
Estimated hotel price
$150
1 night at 3-star hotel
Reading in March
Estimated hotel price
$150
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Reading

Plane

Although Reading doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Oxford Kidlington (OXF), which is located 49 km from Reading. The shortest flight to Reading from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 25h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Reading is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 59 km from Reading. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Reading doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Oxford Kidlington (OXF), which is located 49 km from Reading. The shortest flight to Reading from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 25h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Reading is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 59 km from Reading. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and U-Save, among others, in London.

Airports near Reading

BZZBrize Norton
OXFOxford Kidlington

Airlines serving Reading

Lufthansa
Good (8,195 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,559 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,167 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,474 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,035 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,504 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,257 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,643 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,738 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (947 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,654 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,104 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,953 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,213 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,479 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,504 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,453 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,426 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,585 reviews)
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Where to stay in Reading

Average rates range from around $138 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $214 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sure Hotel by Best Western Reading and Crescent Hotel. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Reading, with prices from $32 to $1,403 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Reading are about 63% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Reading

Most booked hotels in Reading

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Voco Reading By IHG
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
$185+
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pentahotel Reading
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$132+
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ibis Reading Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$108+
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Novotel Reading Centre
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
$167+
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Sure Hotel by Best Western Reading
2 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$83+
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Hiring a car in Reading

Hiring a car in Reading costs $55 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.65 per litre in Reading (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $43.78 and $58.37.

Hiring a car in Reading costs $55 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.65 per litre in Reading (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $43.78 and $58.37.

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