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Manchester: Lake District Tour with Lake Cruise

Manchester: Lake District Tour with Lake Cruise

Activity duration is 10 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥15,962 per adult
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MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip

Activity duration is 9 hours and 30 minutes
8.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥11,921 per adult
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4-Hour Private Lake Tours by 4x4

4-Hour Private Lake Tours by 4x4

Activity duration is 4 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥40,208 per traveler*
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What to do in Kendal

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National Trust property on the outskirts of Kendal. Beautiful gardens and a Wild Trail for children in extensive woodland. Good starting point for numerous walks.

Sizergh Castle

Learn about the local history of Kendal when you spend time at Sizergh Castle. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area.

Sizergh Castle
National Trust property on the outskirts of Kendal. Beautiful gardens and a Wild Trail for children in extensive woodland. Good starting point for numerous walks.

Lyth Valley

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lyth Valley during your travels in Kendal. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Lyth Valley
Kendal Castle under blue English skies

Kendal Castle

Kendal Castle is just one of the places to see in Kendal, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside in this culturally rich area, or check out its lively bars.

Kendal Castle

Levens Hall and Gardens

Learn about the local history of Kendal when you take a trip to Levens Hall and Gardens. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Levens Hall and Gardens

Brewery Arts Centre

You can get tickets for a performance at Brewery Arts Centre during your trip to Kendal. Stroll along the lakeside in this culturally rich area, or check out its lively bars.

Brewery Arts Centre

Lakeland Maze Farm Park

Enjoy an outing to Lakeland Maze Farm Park during your stay in Sedgwick. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Lakeland Maze Farm Park

Kendal Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Kendal Museum in Kendal. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Kendal Museum

Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry in Kendal. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry

Abbot Hall Art Gallery

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Abbot Hall Art Gallery during your travels in Kendal. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Abbot Hall Art Gallery

Popular day trips from Kendal

Windermere showing heritage architecture, cafe scenes and signage

Windermere

Penrith

Penrith

Photo "Underbarrow" by Raymond Knapman (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Raymond Knapman (CC BY-SA)

Underbarrow

Photo "Oxenholme" by Ron Shirt (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Ron Shirt (CC BY-SA)

Oxenholme

Frequently asked questions

Is Kendal worth visiting?
Renowned for its golfing and walking trails, finding awesome things to do in Kendal is a cinch. Remember to add Sizergh Castle to your trip itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Kendal?
Kick-start your day with a visit to Bowness Pier and Sizergh Castle. Then, tour different parts of Kendal for local dining and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Kendal?
Don't go home without exploring Sizergh Castle, ranked the top tourist attraction in Kendal.
Is three days enough to stay in Kendal?
You can easily tour leading sights like Sizergh Castle, Kendal Castle and Lakeland Maze Farm Park with a three-day getaway in Kendal. On average, most travelers plan two days here. There's plenty to explore nearby too, so linger longer and check out Windermere.
Is Kendal a walkable city?
With exciting neighborhoods and top sights within walking distance of the city center, Kendal is a good destination to tour on foot. Wander between Kendal Castle and Kendal Museum. Then take a stroll around New Hutton, located 5 kilometers from the center, and Burneside, which is about 3 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Kendal with kids?
If you are after sights and activities for all the family, check out these awesome ideas for what to do in Kendal with kids.

What to do in Kendal for adults?
Adults of all ages will have plenty of things to do in Kendal. Whether you're into local cuisine, nature or just love discovering new destinations, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Kendal?
One of the best ways to learn about free things to do in Kendal is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on hip neighborhoods, parks and other attractions you can experience without opening your wallet. Sizergh Castle is one sight that doesn't charge an admission fee.