Lincoln travel guide
Lincoln Tourism | Lincoln Guide
You're Going to Love Lincoln
With a population of 89,228, Lincoln 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 Lincoln to see all of its attractions.
Activities & attractions in Lincoln
Nature & Outdoor Activities
Where to Eat in Lincoln
If you’re looking for affordable options, Lawson's Bar & Bistro (8-9 The Strait) and Doddington Tea Room (Doddington Hall) are great picks.
When to visit Lincoln
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lincoln 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 1 °C, with an average temperature of 4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 60 mm. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Lincoln, with an average rainfall of 30 mm.
How to Get to Lincoln
Plane
Although Lincoln doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 64 miles from Lincoln. Birmingham Airport (UK) is the most popular, with regular flights from easyJet, British Airways, Aer Lingus and other airlines departing from the United Kingdom. The shortest domestic flight to Lincoln departs from Aberdeen and takes around 3h 15m.
Train
Located 8 miles from the city centre, Lincoln Swinderby is the busiest station in Lincoln. Another popular train station is Lincoln North Hykeham Bus Station, located 4 miles from the centre.
Car
Another option to get to Lincoln is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 121 miles from Lincoln. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and DRIVALIA , among others, in London.
Airlines serving Lincoln
Where to stay in Lincoln
Average rates range from around £111 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £190 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Lincoln
Most booked hotels in Lincoln
Hiring a car in Lincoln
Hiring a car in Lincoln costs £41 per day, on average.
Expect to pay £1.49 per litre in Lincoln (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £17.81 and £23.75. Economy (Hyundai i20 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lincoln, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.