Scarborough travel guide

Scarborough Tourism | Scarborough Guide

You're Going to Love Scarborough

With a population of 38’909, Scarborough is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Scarborough has to offer.

Where to Eat in Scarborough

If you’re looking for affordable options, Clark's Restaurant, Scarborough, UK (40 Queen Street) and Lookout on the Pier (18 West Pier South Bay) are great picks.

When to visit Scarborough

Scarborough in April
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel
Scarborough in April
Estimated hotel price
$112
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Scarborough

Plane

Although Scarborough doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 94 km from Scarborough.

Train

Located 0.0 km from the city centre, Scarborough is the busiest station in Scarborough. Another popular train station is Scarborough Seamer, Nyork, located 4 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Scarborough is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 310 km from Scarborough. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Scarborough’s bus station is located 1.2 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Scarborough doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 94 km from Scarborough.

Train

Located 0.0 km from the city centre, Scarborough is the busiest station in Scarborough. Another popular train station is Scarborough Seamer, Nyork, located 4 km from the centre.

Car

Another option to get to Scarborough is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 310 km from Scarborough. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.

Bus

Scarborough’s bus station is located 1.2 km from the city centre.

Airports near Scarborough

Airlines serving Scarborough

Lufthansa
Good (7,199 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,358 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,838 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,679 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (9,005 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,833 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,684 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,570 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (857 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,575 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,948 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,388 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (7,824 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,322 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,305 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,332 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,241 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,233 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,915 reviews)
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Where to stay in Scarborough

Average rates range from around $160 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $228 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Scarborough

Most booked hotels in Scarborough

Crown Spa Hotel Scarborough by Compass Hospitality
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$154+
The Royal Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
$123+
Green Gables Hotel
3 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
$96+
The Grand Scarborough
3 stars
Good (6, Good reviews)
$103+

Hiring a car in Scarborough

Expect to pay $2.89 per litre in Scarborough (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $34.58 and $46.11. Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Scarborough, while also 71% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $2.89 per litre in Scarborough (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $34.58 and $46.11. Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Scarborough, while also 71% cheaper than other types, on average.