Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Windermere

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Windermere

Lakes Aquarium
Lakes Aquarium
4.1 (2064 ratings)4 (798 ratings)
Aquarium with freshwater and marine life, featuring an underwater otter tunnel and stingrays.
Lakeside, Newby Bridge, Ulverston, LA12 8AS, United Kingdom
AquariumNature & ParksCafeGift shop
Mentioned by Holgates Cottage Collection
Ten Of The Best Days Out In The South Lake District, Cumbria
"Not too far from the Motor Museum, you’ll find the Lakes Aquarium, which showcases all of the marine life that populates the area’s lakes, as well as nearby Morecambe Bay. As well as local creatures such as pike, arctic charr and thornback rays, you’ll see species from all over the world too, such as clownfish and piranha, as well as a selection of mammals, reptiles and amphibians, such as otters and frogs. One of the highlights is the underwater tunnel section, which allows you to feel as though you’re exploring the depths of Lake Windermere."
National Trust - Wray Castle
National Trust - Wray Castle
4 (2613 ratings)3.5 (1631 ratings)
Neo-gothic 1800s castle featuring a kid-friendly interior with play rooms, plus lakeside grounds.
Low Wray, Ambleside, LA22 0JA, United Kingdom
Historical landmarkSights & LandmarksCastles
Mentioned by Visit Cumbria
Things to Do in Windermere | Attractions & Places to Visit
"One of the best rainy day places to visit in Windermere for families, Wray Castle is a rambling mock-Gothic castle with masses of indoor and outdoor space. Things to do include dressing up, giant foam brick building & a Peter Rabbit experience. On the shore of the lake, it’s great for sunny days too ….more things to do here >>"
Mentioned by Lake District National Park
Things to do in Windermere
"Families can explore the activity rooms inside the castle, where there’s plenty of space for creative play. With a natural playground in the grounds and a path to spacious grassy area on the lakeshore, its a great for the whole family whatever the weather."
Mentioned by ivythwaitelodge.co.uk
Close Attractions - Ivythwaite Lodge, guest house in Windermere
"Wray Castle is a Victorian neo-gothic building at Claife in the English county of Cumbria. The house and grounds have belonged to the National Trust since 1929, but the house has only recently opened to the public on a regular basis."
National Trust - Fell Foot Park
National Trust - Fell Foot Park
4.6 (1467 ratings)4.5 (369 ratings)
Family-friendly spot with cafe and space/facilities for games, picnics, swimming and boating.
Newby Bridge, Ulverston, LA12 8NN, United Kingdom
ParkNature & Parks
Mentioned by ivythwaitelodge.co.uk
Close Attractions - Ivythwaite Lodge, guest house in Windermere
"Fell Foot Park is situated on the south shores of Lake Windermere just off the A592 and in the care of The National Trust. The Victorian park is open daily with its eighteen [18] acre grounds that have been restored to its former glory in which you will see in spring and early summer displays of daffodils and rhododendrons. The park in winter is open with limited facilities."
Mentioned by Visit Cumbria
Things to Do in Windermere | Attractions & Places to Visit
"Things to do in this Windermere lake shore park include picnics, paddling, duck feeding and rowing boat hire. There is National Trust gift shop and tea room. Fell Foot is on the Windermere Lake Cruises route and connects to Lakeside Pier for other top Windermere attractions.….things to do here >>"
Mentioned by Lake District National Park
Things to do in Windermere
"This Victorian park, restored to its former glory, offers substantial access to the lakeshore, where there are leisure facilities. Fine picnic areas, a cafe and rowing boat and kayak hire make it an ideal day out for families."
National Trust - Wordsworth House and Garden
National Trust - Wordsworth House and Garden
4.5 (468 ratings)4.5 (423 ratings)
Historic former home of Wordsworth, featuring period details, tours & educational programs.
Main St, Cockermouth, CA13 9RX, United Kingdom
Sights & LandmarksArchitectural BuildingsEducational sitesHistoric Sites
Mentioned by Fodor's Choice
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"Cockermouth was the birthplace of William Wordsworth and his sister Dorothy, whose childhood home was this 18th-century town house, carefully…"
Lake District National Park
Lake District National Park
4.8 (33844 ratings)5 (281 ratings)
Information on local travel and walking/cycling routes, with books/guides for sale and exhibitions.
United Kingdom
National parkNature & Parks
Mentioned by Devon 21 days itinerary
See the Best of England: A Three Week Itinerary
"The Lakes District is all shimmering lakes and craggy hilltops which attract over 15 million people each year. The Yorkshire Dales on the other hand is about the snaking rivers running though valleys of rolling green hills. It’s the perfect place to spend a few days stretching the muscle’s on a long walk or two."
Buttermere
Buttermere
4.8 (356 ratings)5 (646 ratings)
Verdant mountain ridges with hiking trails & sweeping vistas ring this expansive, deep water lake.
Cockermouth, UK
LakeNature & ParksBodies of Water
Tarn Hows
Tarn Hows
4.8 (75 ratings)4.5 (1155 ratings)
Leafy, picturesque lake district popular with tourists & offering trails & picturesque views.
Ambleside, LA22 0PP, UK
LakeNature & ParksHistoric Walking AreasBodies of Water
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Cumbria & the Lakes
"Two miles off the B5285 from Hawkshead, a winding country lane leads to this famously photogenic artificial lake, now owned by the National Trust. Trails wind their way around the lakeshore and surrounding woodland – keep your eyes peeled for red squirrels in the treetops."
RSPB Leighton Moss
RSPB Leighton Moss
4.7 (1076 ratings)5 (409 ratings)
Bird habitat with trails/hides in large reedbed, plus visitor centre, tearoom and kids' activities.
Storrs Ln, Silverdale, Carnforth LA5 0SW, United Kingdom
Nature preserveNature & ParksCafeCharityGift shopNature & Wildlife Areas
Easedale Tarn
Easedale Tarn
5 (47 ratings)5 (653 ratings)
Scenic lake formed by a glacier, a popular destination for hikers with a mountainous feel.
Ambleside, LA22 9JS, UK
WaterNature & ParksBodies of Water
Borrans Park
Borrans Park
4.6 (102 ratings)4.5 (7 ratings)
1 MacIver Ln, Ambleside, LA22 0HJ, United Kingdom
ParkNature & ParksGardens
Mentioned by The Crazy Tourist
15 Best Things to Do in Ambleside (Cumbria, England
"If you need a picnic spot, or just somewhere to relax in front of Windermere, Borrans Park is a public green space at the lake’s northernmost tip just west of Waterhead. The park merges with the greenery around the Roman fort, and there are benches facing the water so you watch the steamers coming and going, and take in natural splendour the lakeshore. Behind you to the north and northeast are the brooding high fells of the Central Lakeland."
Mentioned by southlakeland.gov.uk
Ambleside and Grasmere parks
"Borrans Park has magnificent views of Windermere lake and is easily accessed from the A591. There are the remains of a Roman road leading to the ruin of a Roman fort with historical interpretation information in the adjacent field. The large grassed recreation area has picnic tables and ample seating."

Best Nature and Wildlife Areas in Windermere

Scale Force Waterfall
Scale Force Waterfall
4.7 (108 ratings)4 (28 ratings)
Unnamed Road, 0RU, Cockermouth, United Kingdom
Nature & ParksNature & Wildlife AreasWaterfalls
Walla Crag
Walla Crag
4.8 (83 ratings)5 (147 ratings)
National park fell with steep trails & views across Derwentwater lake from its 1,243-ft summit.
Keswick, CA12 4AN, United Kingdom
Mountain peakOutdoor ActivitiesNature & Wildlife AreasHiking TrailsLookouts
RSPB Leighton Moss
RSPB Leighton Moss
4.7 (1076 ratings)5 (409 ratings)
Bird habitat with trails/hides in large reedbed, plus visitor centre, tearoom and kids' activities.
Storrs Ln, Silverdale, Carnforth LA5 0SW, United Kingdom
Nature preserveNature & ParksCafeCharityGift shopNature & Wildlife Areas

Top Best Restaurants in Windermere

The Dog Beck
The Dog Beck
3.8 (1528 ratings)
Casual, roomy setting for comfort fare like pizzas & draft beer as well as TVs & outdoor dining.
21-22 Southend Rd, Penrith, CA11 8JH, United Kingdom
PubRestaurant
Rastelli's Pizzeria
Rastelli's Pizzeria
4.5 (474 ratings)
High-ceilings are supported by colourfully decorated pillars at this casual neighbourhood Italian.
Lake Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3AP, United Kingdom
Italian restaurantPizza TakeoutRestaurant
Misto
Misto
4.8 (167 ratings)
9 Compston Rd, Ambleside, LA22 9DJ, United Kingdom
Restaurant
Mentioned by Things To Do
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Best Vegan Restaurants in Windermere

Mrs Fs
Mrs Fs
4.6 (166 ratings)
74 Main St, Keswick, CA12 5DX, United Kingdom
CafeVegan restaurant
Kat's Kitchen
Kat's Kitchen
4.9 (163 ratings)
Warm vegan cafe with outdoor seating offering homemade cakes, sandwiches, coffee & snacks.
135 Main St, Keswick, CA12 5NJ, United Kingdom
Vegan restaurantBreakfast restaurantCafeCake shopCatererCoffee storeEspresso barIce cream shopVegetarian restaurant
Cafe Bar 26
Cafe Bar 26
4.4 (215 ratings)
Vibrant cafe & wine bar serving European light lunches & also offering evening tapas.
26 Lake Rd, Keswick, CA12 5DQ, United Kingdom
CafeCocktail barVegan restaurantWine bar

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Windermere

4.7 (200 reviews)
Briscoe Lodge
lodge
$45 /night
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4.8 (275 reviews)
Haisthorpe Guest House
guest house/pension
$49.5 /night
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4.5 (321 reviews)
The Old Courthouse
Hotel
$72 /night
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