Title: Things to Do in Kendal in 2026 | Expedia.com [Kendal Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Kendal.dx180820)[Hotels in Kendal](https://expedia.com/Kendal-Hotels.d180820.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Kendal](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Kendal.d180820.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Kendal](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Kendal.d180820.Car-Rental-Guide)[Kendal Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Kendal.d180820.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Things to do in Kendal ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Kendal Types of activities [Kendal Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Kendal.dx180820) ![Aerial view of Kendal in Lake District, a region and national park in Cumbria in northwest England](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180820/d6f2c599-ae7a-417c-aa06-8574257c3bc4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Alamy](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180820/f4fb6940-02f9-40e2-a43c-75e62b8c9cb5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![C18B06 Stramongate Bridge and the weir - The River Kent, Kendal, Cumbria.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180820/e415ccc3-5976-41e8-95c2-e591b8dd689d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![KWX5WC Kendal Parish Church by riverside, Cumbria, England, UK](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180820/b9d4c58e-1f0d-4d3e-ab62-186f520073f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![One of our top picks in Kendal.With free parking and leisure facilities, this award-winning hotel sits in 14 acres of wooded gardens. The Castle.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180820/43befcea-a6c7-45f8-9b91-82b62a05145c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Kendal Attractions There are opportunities for fun everywhere you look in Kendal. From thrilling excursions to interesting tourist attractions, this captivating small city packs a punch. Ready to start working on your itinerary? If you're ready to explore Kendal, sign up for a few of the top [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=180820&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips) on offer, and let an expert show you some of the most popular tourist attractions. Offering free cancellations and no added fees, our {41 fun activities in Kendal [fun activities in Kendal](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=180820&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent)} are also worth looking into. --- --- ### Most popular activities in Kendal ### Tours & day trips [See all 37 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2931592/60e7a6a2-35a7-4eb5-90e1-2ad867ccdc1a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour 10h 9.4/10 13 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $79 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/manchester-lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip-tour.a2931592.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip from Liverpool](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2692349/0159cb44-840c-4263-b006-2f5f50e29fd6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip from Liverpool 9h 30m 9.6/10 63 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $79 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip-from-liverpool.a2692349.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Windermere: 24-Hr Hop-on Hop-off Cruise. See all of the lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50426535/46204e25-8e2e-4fd2-a303-58327007c056.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Windermere: 24-Hr Hop-on Hop-off Cruise. See all of the lake 9.8/10 6 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $34 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/windermere-24-hr-hop-on-hop-off-cruise-see-all-of-the-lake.a50426535.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Windermere, Lancaster & Lake District from Manchester](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2189362/d2c0b055-5166-4b24-92d6-a090ba286699.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Windermere, Lancaster & Lake District from Manchester 11h 10/10 4 verified reviews Free cancellation available $103 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/windermere-lancaster-lake-district-from-manchester.a2189362.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Lake District: Six Lakes Morning Tour from Windermere](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45488428/1353383e-42aa-4e93-a4f9-6b56e0baa930.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake District: Six Lakes Morning Tour from Windermere 4h 9.6/10 34 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $47 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lake-district-six-lakes-morning-tour-from-windermere.a45488428.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Lake District: Beatrix Potter Half-Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44787663/92bb468a-b89f-4b91-b464-e6ff03638a96.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake District: Beatrix Potter Half-Day Tour 4h 30m 9.6/10 78 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $100 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lake-district-beatrix-potter-half-day-tour.a44787663.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1997150/95abac96-b6da-48cd-b64d-e20cad902af4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip 9h 30m 8/10 4 verified reviews Free cancellation available $79 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/manchester-lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip.a1997150.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Private Tour of Roman Britain & Hadrian's Wall from Windermere](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45285291/a55e0ef8-4c0e-4b75-91be-dc0c40c92046.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tour of Roman Britain & Hadrian's Wall from Windermere 9h $865 includes taxes & fees per traveler [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-tour-of-roman-britain-hadrians-wall-from-windermere.a45285291.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Penrith: Lowther Castle & Gardens Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50514891/8d10128f-b8c7-4790-a0e5-387cef33fdf5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Penrith: Lowther Castle & Gardens Entry Ticket 10/10 3 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $20 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/penrith-lowther-castle-gardens-entry-ticket.a50514891.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Lake District: Half-Day 8 Lakes Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4536697/3fefe95d-b80b-45b7-8c8c-58b582ec2399.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake District: Half-Day 8 Lakes Tour 3h 30m+ 10/10 13 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $105 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lake-district-half-day-8-lakes-tour.a4536697.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 14 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Private Tour of Roman Britain & Hadrian's Wall from Windermere](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45285291/a55e0ef8-4c0e-4b75-91be-dc0c40c92046.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tour of Roman Britain & Hadrian's Wall from Windermere 9h $865 includes taxes & fees per traveler [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-tour-of-roman-britain-hadrians-wall-from-windermere.a45285291.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![4 hour Private Lake District tour (tour A)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/876498/5d6a197b-3969-4f68-ac3e-13580b56f215.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4 hour Private Lake District tour (tour A) 4h 10/10 13 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $346 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/4-hour-private-lake-district-tour-tour-a.a876498.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Cumbrian Coast - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49713968/245fd318-15c1-4953-8d92-b0453d11cb9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Cumbrian Coast - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan 3d $15 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/cumbrian-coast-online-self-guided-road-trip-plan.a49713968.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![4 hour Private Lake District tour (tour B)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/876495/cf6f416a-708f-4707-a896-ece8f8afeb62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 4 hour Private Lake District tour (tour B) 4h 10/10 1 Viator review Free cancellation available $346 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/4-hour-private-lake-district-tour-tour-b.a876495.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Full day Private tour of the Lake District](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/868621/493a847b-394b-4650-b01f-fa21e1a95638.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full day Private tour of the Lake District 8h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $639 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-private-tour-of-the-lake-district.a868621.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Lake District and Windermere Full Day Tour from Liverpool](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50118631/322b3f58-8060-49fe-bf66-c8aec29b4ae8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake District and Windermere Full Day Tour from Liverpool 11h Free cancellation available $995 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lake-district-and-windermere-full-day-tour-from-liverpool.a50118631.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![6 hour Private tour of the Lake District.](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1071344/5a7757c7-4825-49fa-ab06-67a274c7c58f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 6 hour Private tour of the Lake District. 6h 10/10 4 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $479 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/6-hour-private-tour-of-the-lake-district.a1071344.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Private Tour: The Lake District from Liverpool](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45286197/c91e454b-ddfc-44de-b2ae-9d3a1c7f9fc9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Tour: The Lake District from Liverpool 9h $1,198 includes taxes & fees per traveler [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-tour-the-lake-district-from-liverpool.a45286197.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Lake District and Windermere 11 Hour Tour from Manchester](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50118502/b25e7fa0-9a87-49fb-a26c-6745a791fa9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake District and Windermere 11 Hour Tour from Manchester 11h Free cancellation available $1,035 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lake-district-and-windermere-11-hour-tour-from-manchester.a50118502.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Private Lake District Tour: Ten Lakes Spectacular](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45285373/a4a1530f-99f1-4255-9ccb-e69c9feb5f3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Lake District Tour: Ten Lakes Spectacular 8h $772 includes taxes & fees per traveler [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-lake-district-tour-ten-lakes-spectacular.a45285373.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ### Cruises & boat tours [See all 7 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&filter.categories=CruisesBoatTours) ![MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1997150/95abac96-b6da-48cd-b64d-e20cad902af4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip 9h 30m 8/10 4 verified reviews Free cancellation available $79 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/manchester-lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip.a1997150.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Lake District Day Trip by Train with Lake Windermere Cruise & Cream Tea](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/412402/15034161-0f8f-49a7-bf34-84429b79c9f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake District Day Trip by Train with Lake Windermere Cruise & Cream Tea 13h 5.6/10 4 verified reviews Free cancellation available $433 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lake-district-day-trip-by-train-with-lake-windermere-cruise-cream-tea.a412402.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Private Sailing Experience on Lake Windermere](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46940702/bc206783-352b-4089-9f27-f1222a3c45ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Sailing Experience on Lake Windermere 1h 30m 10/10 1 Viator review $333 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-sailing-experience-on-lake-windermere.a46940702.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Private Sailing Experience on Lake Windermere](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3825453/8eed71b0-338d-41a2-9f69-4756056e0175.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Sailing Experience on Lake Windermere 2h 10/10 26 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $233 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-sailing-experience-on-lake-windermere.a3825453.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Private Half Day Sailing Experience on Lake Windermere](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50058369/a16a55dc-c5aa-449e-b97e-12ffe01e8e23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Half Day Sailing Experience on Lake Windermere 4h Free cancellation available $398 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-half-day-sailing-experience-on-lake-windermere.a50058369.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Private Sail and Dine Experience on Lake Windermere](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46929729/8a40ad3c-0694-4c44-be07-50bc86240487.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Sail and Dine Experience on Lake Windermere 3h 10/10 1 verified review $398 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-sail-and-dine-experience-on-lake-windermere.a46929729.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Ultimate Lake District Tour Visiting 10 Lakes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4725879/68042c2e-a055-4cb5-ad7f-b973c0733e4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ultimate Lake District Tour Visiting 10 Lakes 8h+ 10/10 6 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $265 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/ultimate-lake-district-tour-visiting-10-lakes.a4725879.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ### Water activities [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&filter.categories=Wateractivities) ![Windermere: 24-Hr Hop-on Hop-off Cruise. See all of the lake](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50426535/46204e25-8e2e-4fd2-a303-58327007c056.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Windermere: 24-Hr Hop-on Hop-off Cruise. See all of the lake 9.8/10 6 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $34 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/windermere-24-hr-hop-on-hop-off-cruise-see-all-of-the-lake.a50426535.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Ultimate Lake District Tour Visiting 10 Lakes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4725879/68042c2e-a055-4cb5-ad7f-b973c0733e4a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ultimate Lake District Tour Visiting 10 Lakes 8h+ 10/10 6 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $265 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/ultimate-lake-district-tour-visiting-10-lakes.a4725879.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Windermere Red Cruise: Sail Between Bowness and Ambleside](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50056348/304f3f45-d4ba-46ca-9848-82d048778b22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Windermere Red Cruise: Sail Between Bowness and Ambleside 1h 10m 9.2/10 24 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $25 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/windermere-red-cruise-sail-between-bowness-and-ambleside.a50056348.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Windermere Yellow Cruise: Sail between Bowness and Lakeside](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50126452/d1fe52ea-9ee8-4bdb-b405-b497fb155004.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Windermere Yellow Cruise: Sail between Bowness and Lakeside 1h 30m 9.4/10 13 GetYourGuide reviews Free cancellation available $26 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/windermere-yellow-cruise-sail-between-bowness-and-lakeside.a50126452.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ### Adventure & outdoor [See all 3 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&filter.categories=AdventureOutdoor) ![Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip from Liverpool](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2692349/0159cb44-840c-4263-b006-2f5f50e29fd6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip from Liverpool 9h 30m 9.6/10 63 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $79 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip-from-liverpool.a2692349.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Private Lake District Tour: Ten Lakes Spectacular](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45285373/a4a1530f-99f1-4255-9ccb-e69c9feb5f3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Lake District Tour: Ten Lakes Spectacular 8h $772 includes taxes & fees per traveler [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-lake-district-tour-ten-lakes-spectacular.a45285373.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ![Private Yorkshire Dales from Windermere in a 16 seater Mercedes](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45286715/9e9d0eb9-12d6-41f5-adb2-6ce4ec23a78a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Private Yorkshire Dales from Windermere in a 16 seater Mercedes 8h $772 includes taxes & fees per traveler [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/private-tour-yorkshire-dales-tour.a45286715.activity-details?&rid=180820&location=Kendal&swp=off) ## Recommended things to do in Kendal | Number of things to do | 41 | | ------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Cumbrian Coast - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan](/things-to-do/cumbrian-coast-online-self-guided-road-trip-plan.a49713968.activity-details): $15 | | Top 5 things to do | [Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip from Liverpool](/things-to-do/lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip-from-liverpool.a2692349.activity-details)[MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour](/things-to-do/manchester-lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip-tour.a2931592.activity-details)[Lakeland Motor Museum Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/lakeland-motor-museum-entry-ticket.a50058009.activity-details)[Windermere, Lancaster & Lake District from Manchester](/things-to-do/windermere-lancaster-lake-district-from-manchester.a2189362.activity-details)[Windermere Red Cruise: Sail Between Bowness and Ambleside](/things-to-do/windermere-red-cruise-sail-between-bowness-and-ambleside.a50056348.activity-details) | | Under $25 | [Lakeland Motor Museum Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/lakeland-motor-museum-entry-ticket.a50058009.activity-details)[Windermere Red Cruise: Sail Between Bowness and Ambleside](/things-to-do/windermere-red-cruise-sail-between-bowness-and-ambleside.a50056348.activity-details)[Cumbrian Coast - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan](/things-to-do/cumbrian-coast-online-self-guided-road-trip-plan.a49713968.activity-details)[Penrith: Lowther Castle & Gardens Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/penrith-lowther-castle-gardens-entry-ticket.a50514891.activity-details)[Lake District Road Trip Guidebook-Windermere, Langdale & Wasdale](/things-to-do/literary-lake-district-online-self-guided-road-trip-plan.a48700128.activity-details) | | With kids | [Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip from Liverpool](/things-to-do/lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip-from-liverpool.a2692349.activity-details)[MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour](/things-to-do/manchester-lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip-tour.a2931592.activity-details)[Lakeland Motor Museum Entry Ticket](/things-to-do/lakeland-motor-museum-entry-ticket.a50058009.activity-details)[Windermere, Lancaster & Lake District from Manchester](/things-to-do/windermere-lancaster-lake-district-from-manchester.a2189362.activity-details)[Windermere Red Cruise: Sail Between Bowness and Ambleside](/things-to-do/windermere-red-cruise-sail-between-bowness-and-ambleside.a50056348.activity-details) | ## What to do in Kendal - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Kendal A vacation in Kendal doesn't have to cost a lot. You won't even need your wallet if you go to: **Kendal Castle** \- You'll feel like you've stepped back in time while exploring this historic site. ### Things to Do in Kendal with Kids There's fun for the whole family no matter where you go in Kendal. Here are a few [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=180820&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly) to do together that are sure to make your vacation a blast: - [Lake District Day Trip by Train with Lake Windermere Cruise & Afternoon Tea](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/lake-district-day-trip-by-train-with-lake-windermere-cruise-afternoon-tea.a412402.activity-details) - [Gorge Walking](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/gorge-walking.a2654713.activity-details) - [LIVERPOOL: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/liverpool-lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip-tour.a1996391.activity-details) - [CHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/chester-lake-district-adventure-sightseeing-day-trip-tour.a1997181.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Kendal? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Kendal ![National Trust property on the outskirts of Kendal. Beautiful gardens and a Wild Trail for children in extensive woodland. Good starting point for numerous walks.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229598/270db2ae-a959-43c6-a971-51df9139f91b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sizergh Castle Learn about the local history of Helsington when you spend time at Sizergh Castle. Check out the spas and lively bars in this relaxing area. [](https://expedia.com/Sizergh-Castle-Kendal.d6229598.Vacation-Attraction) ![National Trust property on the outskirts of Kendal. Beautiful gardens and a Wild Trail for children in extensive woodland. Good starting point for numerous walks.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229598/270db2ae-a959-43c6-a971-51df9139f91b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lyth Valley Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lyth Valley during your travels in Kendal. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Lyth-Valley-Kendal.d6361127.Vacation-Attraction) #### Levens Hall and Gardens Learn about the local history of Levens when you take a trip to Levens Hall and Gardens. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Levens-Hall-And-Gardens-Kendal.d6229594.Vacation-Attraction) #### Brewery Arts Centre You can get tickets for a performance at Brewery Arts Centre during your trip to Kendal. Stroll along the lakeside in this culturally rich area, or check out its lively bars. [](https://expedia.com/Brewery-Arts-Centre-Kendal.d553248621532494114.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kendal Castle Kendal Castle is just one of the places to see in Kendal, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Kendal-Castle-Kendal.d6087969.Vacation-Attraction) #### Lakeland Maze Farm Park Enjoy an outing to Lakeland Maze Farm Park during your stay in Sedgwick. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Lakeland-Maze-Farm-Park-Kendal.d6229603.Vacation-Attraction) #### Abbot Hall Art Gallery You can spend time exploring the galleries in Abbot Hall Art Gallery during your travels in Kendal. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars. [](https://expedia.com/Abbot-Hall-Art-Gallery-Kendal.d6087967.Vacation-Attraction) #### Kendal Museum You can spend time exploring the galleries in Kendal Museum in Kendal. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Kendal-Museum-Kendal.d6087965.Vacation-Attraction) #### The Quaker Tapestry Museum & Exhibition You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in The Quaker Tapestry Museum & Exhibition in Kendal. Amble around this culturally rich area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/The-Quaker-Tapestry-Museum-Exhibition-Kendal.d553248621532494116.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Popular day trips from Kendal ![Ornate Railway Station at Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4367/aa83d0c4-8185-4b9e-8c2d-2896552ac9fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Grange-over-Sands ![Preston patrick church](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/4973/55db5e60-fff0-4e97-abaf-531fecf2d374.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Crooklands ![Windermere showing heritage architecture, cafe scenes and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5478/43fd5ece-06be-4f1a-9aa3-0152e6966ec3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Windermere ![Red ruins of a Castle in the market town of Penrith. There's also a park with bandstand & cafe.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5654/abb61093-db85-4199-af96-ad5547f5d9d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Penrith ![Panorama of The Howgill Fells near Sedbergh, Cumbria](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6023908/ba64d086-faa7-400d-a73b-9b634baf91df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Sedbergh ![Barn and field of yellow flowers near Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, UK.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6048691/b0bd8dcb-adeb-46d4-881a-0a7e3a3df6b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Kirkby Stephen ![Hill looking over Bampton area in Cumbria, looking golden as covered with flowering gorse.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6049508/6e6d5b15-b5d0-4392-b67a-21aa97c4e313.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bampton ![Unusual accommodation bridge beside the B5284 The track leads to "Oakshead" - the bridge allows sheep to walk freely between the fields on each side.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180820/3ead7dc9-8a41-478f-ba9e-38652361a479.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0) by [David Long](https://www.geograph.org.uk/profile/3495) ([Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/2.0)) ### Crook ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Kendal worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Kendal? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Kendal? ### Is three days enough to stay in Kendal? ### Is Kendal a walkable city? ### What are some activities to do in Kendal with kids? > - 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