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Trip Planner:   Europe  /  UK  /  England  /  Cumbria  /  Lake District  /  Windermere  /  Lake Windermere

Lake Windermere, Windermere

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In some ways the archetypically British setting, Lake Windermere sits charmingly in a shallow, lush valley of rolling hills, bushy trees, and manicured fields. This is the largest natural lake in England. It provides an iconic slice of countryside life in Great Britain with its laid-back, picturesque tranquility and unpretentious beauty. The lake has a surface area of 14.7 sq km (5.7 sq mi). Put Lake Windermere and other Windermere attractions into our Windermere trip planner, and watch your holiday take shape.
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Tours to Lake Windermere

FROM $161 BOOK WITH VIATOR Ultimate Full-Day Lake District Tour: 10 Lakes, Amazing Scenery & Lake Cruise Ultimate Full-Day Lake District Tour: 10 Lakes, Amazing Scenery & Lake Cruise
5.0
Duration: 8 hours
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FROM $81 BOOK WITH VIATOR 8 Lakes and Magnificent Scenery - Afternoon Half Day Tour 8 Lakes and Magnificent Scenery - Afternoon Half Day Tour
4.9
Duration: 4 hours
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FROM $449 BOOK WITH VIATOR Stunning Lake District 4 Hour Tours! Stunning Lake District 4 Hour Tours!
5.0
Duration: 4 hours
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FROM $593 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Tour: Ultimate Full Day Scenic Tour visiting 10 Lakes Private Tour: Ultimate Full Day Scenic Tour visiting 10 Lakes
4.9
Duration: 8 hours
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FROM $450 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Tour: 8 Lakes and magnificent scenery - Afternoon tour Private Tour: 8 Lakes and magnificent scenery - Afternoon tour
5.0
Duration: 4 hours
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FROM $903 BOOK WITH VIATOR Stunning Lake District 8 Hour Tour! Stunning Lake District 8 Hour Tour!
5.0
Duration: 8 hours
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FROM $439 BOOK WITH VIATOR Film & TV Locations - Full Day - Up to 4 People Film & TV Locations - Full Day - Up to 4 People
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FROM $502 BOOK WITH VIATOR Film & TV Locations - Full Day - Up to 8 People Film & TV Locations - Full Day - Up to 8 People
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FROM $439 BOOK WITH VIATOR Lake Windermere - Full Day - Up to 4 People Lake Windermere - Full Day - Up to 4 People
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FROM $502 BOOK WITH VIATOR Lake Windermere - Full Day - Up to 8 People Lake Windermere - Full Day - Up to 8 People
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Lake Windermere reviews

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  • By hush-hushreviewer
    Scenicz very scenic. And busy especially this time of year when the weather is good. Plenty of stuff here to keep one preoccupied 
    Scenicz very scenic. And busy especially this time of year when the weather is good. Plenty of stuff here to keep one preoccupied  more »
  • By johnhp702
    There is something about being near water and the immense size of Lake Windermere is not an exception, plenty of activity on the water and the surrounding views are pretty spectacular also. 
    There is something about being near water and the immense size of Lake Windermere is not an exception, plenty of activity on the water and the surrounding views are pretty spectacular also.  more »
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  • By Leanne Johnson
    Very busy not much parking got to get there early
  • By Andy Hill
    Can't beat the lakes for a relaxing and rewarding weekend.
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Popular things to do in Windermere

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Side trips from Windermere

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Hidden gems in Windermere

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Lake District Activities with Lakeland Ascents
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Parks in Windermere

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Brockhole on Windermere
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Museums in Windermere

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