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 one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Gloucester has to offer.

Where to Eat in Gloucester

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Wharf House Restaurant with Rooms (Over) and Bella Mia Pizza at No.1 (Commercial Rd) are great picks.

When to visit Gloucester

Gloucester in February
Estimated hotel price
$57
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gloucester in February
Estimated hotel price
$57
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Gloucester in July, when the average temperature is 64.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 73.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 41 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in November, when precipitation is around 2.8″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Gloucester, with an average rainfall of 1.6″.

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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 center.

Train

Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Gloucester, followed by AccesRail. The train station in Gloucester is called Gloucester, and is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Car

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

Bus

National Express operates bus routes to Gloucester. The most popular bus station is Gloucester Longlevens, located 1.5 miles from downtown Gloucester. Gloucester Bus is also a commonly used station, and is 0.1 miles from the city center.

Plane

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

Train

Avanti West Coast is the most popular train carrier serving Gloucester, followed by AccesRail. The train station in Gloucester is called Gloucester, and is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Car

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

Bus

National Express operates bus routes to Gloucester. The most popular bus station is Gloucester Longlevens, located 1.5 miles from downtown Gloucester. Gloucester Bus is also a commonly used station, and is 0.1 miles from the city center.

Airports near Gloucester

Airlines serving Gloucester

Lufthansa
Good (4,614 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,454 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,601 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,284 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,549 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,929 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,478 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,729 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,160 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (912 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (708 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (776 reviews)
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Where to stay in Gloucester

Average rates range from around $103 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $193 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, 781 reviews)
$101+
Ellenborough Park
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, 967 reviews)
$300+
Holiday Inn Express Gloucester - South
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 3225 reviews)
$76+
Days Inn by Wyndham Michaelwood M5
2 stars
Good (7.8, 1880 reviews)
$51+
Holiday Inn Express Cheltenham Town Centre
3 stars
Good (7.7, 4398 reviews)
$110+
Citrus Hotel Cheltenham By Compass Hospitality
3 stars
Good (7.4, 2214 reviews)
$63+

Renting a car in Gloucester

Renting a car in Gloucester costs $41 per day, on average, or $124 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $7.00 per gallon in Gloucester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $84.04 and $112.05. Compact (Opel Astra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Gloucester, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Gloucester costs $41 per day, on average, or $124 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $7.00 per gallon in Gloucester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $84.04 and $112.05. Compact (Opel Astra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Gloucester, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.