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

Winchester travel guide

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You're Going to Love Winchester

With a population of 40,000, Winchester is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Consider staying at least one whole day in Winchester to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Winchester

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Ivy Winchester Brasserie (103-104 High Street) and Northbrook Arms (Stratton Lane, East Stratton) are great picks.

When to visit Winchester

Winchester in February
Estimated hotel price
$190
1 night at 3-star hotel
Winchester in February
Estimated hotel price
$190
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Winchester in July, when the average temperature is 17 °C, and the highest can go up to 22 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 2 °C, with an average temperature of 5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 100 mm. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Winchester, with an average rainfall of 50 mm.

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How to Get to Winchester

Plane

When flying to Winchester, you’ll arrive at Southampton Airport (SOU), which is located 8 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Winchester from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 32h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Winchester is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 60 miles from Winchester. You’ll find branches of U-Save and CarWiz, among others, in London.

Plane

When flying to Winchester, you’ll arrive at Southampton Airport (SOU), which is located 8 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Winchester from New Zealand departs from Auckland and takes around 32h 25m.

Car

Another option to get to Winchester is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 60 miles from Winchester. You’ll find branches of U-Save and CarWiz, among others, in London.

Airports near Winchester

SOUSouthampton Eastleigh
BOHBournemouth

Airlines serving Winchester

Lufthansa
Good (8,174 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,552 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,139 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,463 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,021 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,494 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,265 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,633 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (950 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,062 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,637 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,912 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,418 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,499 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,435 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,353 reviews)
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Where to stay in Winchester

From 5-star hotels such as the Lainston House Hotel to great affordable options like the Days Inn by Wyndham Sutton Scotney South, Winchester offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $194 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $530 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Winchester, with prices from $80 to $1,052 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Winchester are about 60% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Winchester

Most booked hotels in Winchester

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The Running Horse
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$182+
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Leonardo Hotel Southampton
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$159+
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Holiday Inn Express Portsmouth - North by IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$159+
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Portsmouth Marriott Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$200+
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The Winchester Hotel & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$190+
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New Place
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$134+
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Hiring a car in Winchester

Expect to pay $3.47 per litre in Winchester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $41.56 and $55.41. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Winchester, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.47 per litre in Winchester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $41.56 and $55.41. Economy (Vauxhall Corsa or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Winchester, while also 61% cheaper than other types, on average.