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 January
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Gretna in January
Estimated hotel price
$101
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 18 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Gretna is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 107 km from Gretna. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and Turo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Plane

When flying to Gretna, you’ll arrive at Carlisle Lake District (CAX), which is located 18 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Gretna is to pick up a car rental from Edinburgh, which is about 107 km from Gretna. You’ll find branches of DRIVALIA and Turo, among others, in Edinburgh.

Airports near Gretna

NCLNewcastle upon Tyne
EDIEdinburgh Turnhouse
GLAGlasgow Intl

Airlines serving Gretna

Lufthansa
Good (8,237 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,575 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,224 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,078 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,464 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,591 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,251 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,650 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,729 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,662 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (965 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,227 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,984 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,197 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,651 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,532 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,431 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,489 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,606 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Gretna

Most booked hotels in Gretna

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The Scotch Arms Mews
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, 343 reviews)
$174+
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Farlam Hall Hotel & Restaurant
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 97 reviews)
$374+
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Gretna Hall Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2382 reviews)
$170+
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The Gretna Chase Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 925 reviews)
$168+
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The Gables Hotel Gretna Green
3 stars
Good (7.7, 2335 reviews)
$68+
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Renting a car in Gretna

Expect to pay $8.44 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 $101.30 and $135.06.

Expect to pay $8.44 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 $101.30 and $135.06.