Things to do in Keswick

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Keswick featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people
Keswick featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people
Keswick which includes signage, street scenes and café lifestyle
Keswick showing a small town or village and street scenes as well as a small group of people
Keswick featuring markets and street scenes as well as a large group of people
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What to do in Keswick

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Derwentwater

4.5/5(321 reviews)

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

4.5/5(35 reviews)

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

Hellvellyn
Just follow the path

Honister Slate Mine

5/5(1 review)

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

Honister Slate Mine
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Castlerigg Stone Circle

4.5/5(46 reviews)

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 visit 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

5/5(1 review)

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

Hope Park

Lodore Falls

4.5/5(57 reviews)

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

Lodore Falls

Catbells Lakeland Walk

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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

5/5(29 reviews)

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

Ambleside

Red ruins of a Castle in the market town of Penrith. There's also a park with bandstand & cafe.

Penrith

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

Derwentwater from the lower slopes of Blencathra

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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 holiday, 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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