Winchester travel guide
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You're Going to Love Winchester
With a population of 26,203, Winchester is a must-see destination in Virginia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Winchester to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Winchester
If you’re looking for affordable options, Village Square Restaurant (103 N Loudoun St) and The American Bar (147 N Loudoun St) are great picks.
When to visit Winchester
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Winchester in July, when the average temperature is 24 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -5 °C, with an average temperature of 0 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 100 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Winchester, with an average rainfall of 56 mm.
How to Get to Winchester
Plane
Although Winchester doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hagerstown Regional (HGR), which is located 43 miles from Winchester. The shortest flight to Winchester from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 1h 27m.
Train
Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Winchester, followed by Acela. The train journey from Winchester to Baltimore takes 0h 27m and costs around C$ 15 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Richmond, expect to pay about C$ 24 for a 1h 55m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Winchester is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 64 miles from Winchester. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Dollar, among others, in Washington, D.C..
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Winchester, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Washington Deluxe and Bus. From Philadelphia, the bus ride to Winchester takes 170 miles and will cost you around C$ 27. From New York, the ticket costs about C$ 69 for a journey of 195 miles.
Airlines serving Winchester
Where to stay in Winchester
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Winchester and Quality Inn.
Where to stay in popular areas of Winchester
Most booked hotels in Winchester
Renting a car in Winchester
Expect to pay C$ 1.28 per litre in Winchester (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 15.33 and C$ 20.44. The most frequently booked car type in Winchester is Full-size (Ford F-150 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Honda Fit or similar) are, on average, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.