Title: Visit Cumbria: 2026 Travel Guide for Cumbria, England | Expedia.com [Cumbria Hotels](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Cumbria.d6046194.Hotel-Destinations)[Vacation Rentals in Cumbria](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Cumbria.d6046194.Vacation-Rental-Destinations)[Cumbria Flights](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Cumbria.d6046194.Flight-Destinations)[Things to do in Cumbria](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Cumbria.d6046194.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Cumbria](https://expedia.com/Destinations-In-Cumbria.d6046194.Car-Rental-Destinations)[Cumbria Vacations](https://expedia.com/Cumbria.d6046194.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Cumbria ## England ![Rydal Mount which includes wildflowers and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087985/88991290-3b22-4742-9d00-3884deb5d2f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rydal Mount which includes wildflowers and a park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087985/88991290-3b22-4742-9d00-3884deb5d2f9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ambleside which includes a small town or village, street scenes and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4270/caff7f83-6232-4f77-8f98-019361cc1dae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Grasmere which includes a lake or waterhole, tranquil scenes and a castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4368/930146b8-a544-4b2a-9c88-a4970c3bd29f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Ambleside which includes a river or creek, a small town or village and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4270/b8c5c059-4867-4b8b-bd20-62809167db29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) #### Encounter lakes and mountains engrained in literary classics and visit the cultural peaks of Carlisle in this picturesque county. The natural beauty of Cumbria has inspired some of England’s best writing. Literary masters including poet William Wordsworth and children’s author Beatrix Potter used as their muses the stunning glacial valleys, mountains and wildlife of the [Lake District](https://www.expedia.com/Lake-District-National-Park-Windermere.d6046239.Vacation-Attraction). Travel through various quaint villages such as [ Ambleside](https://www.expedia.com/Ambleside.d4270.Destination-Travel-Guides), [Keswick](https://www.expedia.com/Keswick.d4371.Destination-Travel-Guides) and [Coniston](https://www.expedia.com/Coniston.d602334.Destination-Travel-Guides) for their individual quirks and eccentricities. Lake District National Park has a large network of footpaths extending past lakes and mountains. Visit the largest lake in England, [Windermere](https://www.expedia.com/Windermere.d601138.Destination-Travel-Guides), which is 11 miles (17 kilometers) long. Rent boats to visit the islands and lakeside villages, such as the charming [Bowness-on-Windermere](https://www.expedia.com/Bowness-On-Windermere.d55505.Destination-Travel-Guides). On the northern shore is Brockhole, the Lake District Visitor Centre, which has intriguing exhibits and nature trails. From the center, drive north about 20 minutes to reach [Dove Cottage](https://www.expedia.com/Dove-Cottage-Ambleside.d6087983.Vacation-Attraction) in [Grasmere](https://www.expedia.com/Grasmere.d4368.Destination-Travel-Guides). Learn about one of England’s most beloved poets, William Wordsworth, at his former house. Go to the Wordsworth Museum to complement your poet-themed trip. Walk east through the scenic countryside to get to his next home, [Rydal Mount and Gardens](https://www.expedia.com/Rydal-Mount-Ambleside.d6087985.Vacation-Attraction). Kids might prefer the [The World of Beatrix Potter™ Attraction](https://www.expedia.com/World-Of-Beatrix-Potter-Windermere.d6087973.Vacation-Attraction) and its rooms depicting tales from her classics, such as *The Tale of Peter Rabbit*. Carlisle is just north of the Lake District. Visit the Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery, housed in a converted 17th-ceuntury Jacobean mansion. Peruse the exhibits on human history, including artifacts from Hadrian’s Wall and Roman forts. See the Gothic windows and stone carvings of the extraordinary Carlisle Cathedral. Cumbria is among England’s wettest areas, although the climate varies across the vast county. Expect strong winds nearer the coast and rain in the mountains. Snow covers parts of the Lake District in winter. The county occupies a vast area in the northwestern part of England on the border with Scotland. Drive northwest from London for 300 miles (480 kilometers) to get here. Ride a train from the nation’s capital in about 4 hours. Cumbria brings literature to life among spectacular forces of nature that decorate England’s largest national park. ### Popular cities in Cumbria [Keswick Known for Friendly people, Lakes and Hills ](https://expedia.com/Keswick.dx4371) Peruse quaint shops and cafés, learn about the Lake Poets and rent a boat in this quaint market town. ## Reasons to visit - Derwentwater - Honister Slate Mine - Hellvellyn [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Keswick.dx4371)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Keswick-Hotels.d4371.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Ambleside Known for Lakes, Spas and Walking ](https://expedia.com/Ambleside.dx4270) This picturesque English town is an ideal base for exploring Lake Windermere and the spectacular Lake District National Park. ## Reasons to visit - Dove Cottage - Rydal Mount - Ambleside Pier [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Ambleside.dx4270)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Ambleside-Hotels.d4270.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Penrith Known for Lakes, Spas and Countryside ](https://expedia.com/Penrith.dx5654) Get away to secluded Penrith! Enjoy the lake views, spas, and countryside. ## Reasons to visit - Ullswater - Penrith Castle - Long Meg and Her Daughters [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Penrith.dx5654)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Penrith-Hotels.d5654.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Windermere Known for Lakes, Spas and Ferries and boats ](https://expedia.com/Windermere.dx5478) Ride a boat around the islands of this scenic lake and visit the charming villages where some of England’s greatest writers lived. ## Reasons to visit - World of Beatrix Potter - Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - Bowness Pier [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Windermere.dx5478)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Windermere-Hotels.d5478.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Carnforth Known for Lakes, Family-friendly and Relaxing ](https://expedia.com/Carnforth.dx6060373) Explore trendy Carnforth: its lake views, sledding, countryside, and more! ## Reasons to visit - The Ingleton Waterfalls Trail - Leighton Moss RSPB Reserve - White Scar Cave [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Carnforth.dx6060373)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Carnforth-Hotels.d6060373.Travel-Guide-Hotels) [Carlisle Known for Friendly people, Bars and Walking ](https://expedia.com/Carlisle.dx6561) Quaint Carlisle awaits: its bars, culture, castle, and more! ## Reasons to visit - Carlisle Castle - Solway Aviation Museum [Explore City](https://expedia.com/Carlisle.dx6561)[Find Hotels](https://expedia.com/Carlisle-Hotels.d6561.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. 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