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 among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Lincoln has to offer.

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

Lincoln in May
Estimated hotel price
$71
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lincoln in May
Estimated hotel price
$71
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lincoln in July, when the average temperature is 62.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 71.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 33.8 °F, with an average temperature of 39.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 2.4″. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Lincoln, with an average rainfall of 1.2″.

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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. The shortest flight to Lincoln from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 18h 20m.

Train

Located 8 miles from the city center, Lincoln Swinderby is the busiest station in Lincoln. Another popular train station is Lincoln North Hykeham Bus Station, located 4 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Lincoln is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 121 miles from Lincoln. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in London.

Plane

Although Lincoln doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Leeds/Bradford Airport (LBA), which is located 64 miles from Lincoln. The shortest flight to Lincoln from the United States departs from San Francisco and takes around 18h 20m.

Train

Located 8 miles from the city center, Lincoln Swinderby is the busiest station in Lincoln. Another popular train station is Lincoln North Hykeham Bus Station, located 4 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Lincoln is to pick up a car rental from London, which is about 121 miles from Lincoln. You’ll find branches of GREEN MOTION and Europcar, among others, in London.

Airports near Lincoln

Airlines serving Lincoln

Lufthansa
Good (4,604 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,444 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,591 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,281 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,547 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,921 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,710 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
LOT
Good (683 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,161 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lincoln

Average rates range from around $112 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $125 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lincoln

Most booked hotels in Lincoln

The Claremont
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 583 reviews)
$99+
The Dower House Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 936 reviews)
$105+
Woodcocks, Lincoln by Marston's Inns
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2601 reviews)
$68+
Petwood Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1710 reviews)
$120+
Holiday Inn Express Lincoln City Centre
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 4657 reviews)
$77+
The Crown Lodge & Restaurant
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 236 reviews)
$100+

Renting a car in Lincoln

Renting a car in Lincoln costs $36 per day, on average, or $107 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $7.00 per gallon in Lincoln (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. The most frequently booked car type in Lincoln is Full-size (Seat Alhambra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Opel Crossland X or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Lincoln costs $36 per day, on average, or $107 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $7.00 per gallon in Lincoln (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. The most frequently booked car type in Lincoln is Full-size (Seat Alhambra or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Opel Crossland X or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.