What to do in Keswick

Activities, attractions and tours

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Keswick showing street scenes and markets as well as a large group of people
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Keswick showing a small town or village and street scenes as well as a small group of people
Keswick which includes markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people

Keswick Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Keswick has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Keswick is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Keswick to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Keswick Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Keswick.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Keswick attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.

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Recommended things to do in Keswick

Number of things to do
18
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Northern Lake District: Self Guided Walking Tour of Keswick: CA $11
Top 5 things to do
Half-day tours
With kids

What to do in Keswick

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Derwentwater

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Derwentwater during your travels in Keswick. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Derwentwater
Great hikes to summit #Helvellyn, the third highest peak of England, at the Lake District #outdoor #lifeatexpedia

Hellvellyn

Explore the great outdoors at Hellvellyn, a lovely green space in Patterdale. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Hellvellyn
Just follow the path

Honister Slate Mine

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Honister Slate Mine during your travels in Borrowdale. Wander the lakeside or discover the mountain views in this relaxing area.

Honister Slate Mine
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Castlerigg Stone Circle

Find out about the history of St. John's Castlerigg and Wythburn when you spend time at Castlerigg Stone Circle. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

Castlerigg Stone Circle
There is a lovely short walking track here that gives you great views of the lake. www.cheskiesgapife.com

Thirlmere

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Thirlmere during your travels in St. John's Castlerigg and Wythburn.

Thirlmere
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Hope Park

Explore the great outdoors at Hope Park, a lovely green space in Keswick. Check out the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Hope Park

Lodore Falls

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lodore Falls during your travels in Borrowdale. Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Lodore Falls

Catbells Lakeland Walk

You can take time to visit Catbells Lakeland Walk during your travels to Above Derwent. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Catbells Lakeland Walk

Lake District Wildlife Park

Enjoy an outing to Lake District Wildlife Park during your stay in Blindcrake. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Lake District Wildlife Park

 

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Day trip destinations from Keswick

Ambleside showing night scenes, a small town or village and street scenes

Ambleside

Borrowdale valley.

Borrowdale

On the way back down after we had climbed Scafell Pike we took this beautiful route to Wasdale Head and Wastwater. Nothing makes you feel quite so insignificant as being in this vast landscape. Can't emphasise enough, even though pathways are well marked please don't forget that it's still climbing a mountain! Go prepared with plenty of layers and the right kit, and don't be the reason that mountain rescue have to risk their own lives to save yours. #LakeDistrict #England #TakeAHike #NationalPark #Outdoors

Wasdale Head

A view of the northern ascent of Catbells (facing south) in the Lake District near Keswick, Cumbria.

Newlands Valley

Into Borrowdale, Lake District

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Frequently asked questions

Is Keswick worth visiting?
Famous for its watersports and walking trails, discovering cool things to do in Keswick is easy. Make sure to add Lake District Wildlife Park to your trip itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Keswick?
When you've checked off popular attractions like Lake District Wildlife Park and Keswick Climbing Wall, spend some time discovering Keswick's shopping and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Keswick?
Don't leave without checking out Lake District Wildlife Park, rated the top tourist attraction in Keswick.
Is three days enough to stay in Keswick?
Three days will be plenty of time to tick off the leading city attractions, like Theatre By The Lake, Go Ape Whinlatter and Dodd Fell. The average stay in Keswick is three days. If you feel the urge to extend your vacation, Windermere isn't far away.
Is Keswick a walkable city?
With popular attractions like Theatre By The Lake in the area, Keswick is every bit a destination to explore on foot. Up for visiting some hip neighbourhoods a walkable distance from the city centre? Applethwaite is just 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Keswick with kids?
Whether you're travelling with hard-to-please teens or tiny adventurers, an itinerary filled with fun activities makes a big difference. Check out our ideas for what to do in Keswick with kids.

What to do in Keswick for adults?
Lodore Falls and Castlerigg Stone Circle are just a couple of the things to do in Keswick. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Keswick?
In Keswick, Dodd Fell is a top spot for anyone wishing to tour the city without taking their wallet out. Also, stroll around the green spaces and other neighbourhoods, and ask a local tour guide for recommendations. It's a great way to learn about the best free things to do in Keswick.

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