Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Gretna travel guide

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You're Going to Love Gretna

With a population of 3,040, Gretna is a must-see destination in Scotland, United Kingdom. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Gretna to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Gretna

Gretna in December
Estimated hotel price
$99
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gretna in December
Estimated hotel price
$99
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Gretna

Plane

When flying to Gretna, you’ll arrive at Carlisle Lake District (CAX), which is located 11 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Gretna is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 66 miles from Gretna. You’ll find branches of Sixt and U-Save, among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

When flying to Gretna, you’ll arrive at Carlisle Lake District (CAX), which is located 11 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Gretna is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 66 miles from Gretna. You’ll find branches of Sixt and U-Save, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Gretna

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Gretna

Lufthansa
Good (8,299 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,595 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,275 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,114 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,461 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,242 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (984 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,694 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,653 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,712 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,686 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (2,031 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,453 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,191 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,550 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,417 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (438 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,833 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,534 reviews)
Ryanair
Good (5,454 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Gretna

Most booked hotels in Gretna

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Farlam Hall Hotel & Restaurant
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 98 reviews)
$328+
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Gretna Hall Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2424 reviews)
$110+
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The Gretna Chase Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 933 reviews)
$159+
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The Gables Hotel & Bar Gretna Green
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2425 reviews)
$50+
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Renting a car in Gretna

Expect to pay $8.86 per gallon in Gretna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $106.29 and $141.73.

Expect to pay $8.86 per gallon in Gretna (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $106.29 and $141.73.