Plan Your Visit

To help you make the most of a visit to the Lake District, Cumbria, we've collected helpful information and practical advice in our 'Plan Your Visit pages'. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a long-time lover of the area, these pages are designed to ensure that everyone is able to enjoy this beautiful county.

Discover the best ways to get to Cumbria using our new smart travel planner which is designed to help you choose how to get here and how to travel in the most efficient way possible.

Once here, check out our itineraries and information about how to explore on foot, by cycle, by boat, bus, train or car. Our Tourist Information Centres offer great local knowledge of individual towns and villages around the county.

Our Access fro all section gives information to help you plan your trip and make informed choices, including specialist residential holidays, activity providers with inclusive facilities, information on parking, changing places, tramper hire, relaxed showings, sensory experiences and low gradient walking routes.

If you are planning an adventure trip taking in some of the amazing scenery mountains and lakes of the area, check out our 'Know before you go' page for some useful information on staying safe and being prepared so you have a great time during your visit.