Gloucester travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gloucester

With a population of 128,721, Gloucester is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Gloucester to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Gloucester

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Wharf House Restaurant with Rooms (Over) and Spicy Aroma Gloucester (Highlands Church Road) are great picks.

When to visit Gloucester

Gloucester in December
Estimated hotel price
₹ 8373
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gloucester in December
Estimated hotel price
₹ 8373
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Gloucester in July, when the average temperature is 18 °C, and the highest can go up to 23 °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 November, when precipitation is around 70 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Gloucester, with an average rainfall of 40 mm.

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How to Get to Gloucester

Plane

When flying to Gloucester, you’ll arrive at Gloucestershire (GLO), which is located 4 miles from the city centre.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Gloucester. The train station in Gloucester is called Gloucester, and is located 0.3 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Gloucester is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 94 miles from Gloucester. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Gloucester Longlevens, located 1.5 miles from the city centre of Gloucester. Gloucester Bus is also a commonly used station, and is 0.1 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Gloucester, you’ll arrive at Gloucestershire (GLO), which is located 4 miles from the city centre.

Train

AccesRail is the only carrier operating train routes to Gloucester. The train station in Gloucester is called Gloucester, and is located 0.3 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Gloucester is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 94 miles from Gloucester. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and GREEN MOTION , among others, in London.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Gloucester Longlevens, located 1.5 miles from the city centre of Gloucester. Gloucester Bus is also a commonly used station, and is 0.1 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Gloucester

Airlines serving Gloucester

Lufthansa
Good (4,640 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (925 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,472 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,600 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,300 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,556 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,936 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,126 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,480 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,769 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,164 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (913 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (710 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (781 reviews)
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Where to stay in Gloucester

Average rates range from around ₹ 8,566 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 16,102 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Gloucester

Most booked hotels in Gloucester

Holiday Inn Gloucester - Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
₹ 8,506+
Leonardo Hotel Cheltenham
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 7,888+
Ellenborough Park
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
₹ 25,105+
Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
₹ 6,314+
Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham Town Centre
3 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
₹ 9,194+
Citrus Hotel Cheltenham By Compass Hospitality
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
₹ 5,345+

Hiring a car in Gloucester

Expect to pay ₹ 155 per litre in Gloucester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,862 and ₹ 2,483. Mini (Kia Picanto or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Gloucester, while also 78% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay ₹ 155 per litre in Gloucester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 1,862 and ₹ 2,483. Mini (Kia Picanto or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Gloucester, while also 78% cheaper than other types, on average.