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Hotels in Scarborough
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At a glance
Climate
Temperate
Languages
English
Local currency
GBP
(GBP)
Local time
(GMT+1)
Ideal trip length
2–5 days
Cost level
3 of 5 · our research
Suggested area to stay
South Bay
Tap water
Generally described as safe to drink
Tipping
Optional, 10% for good service
What this place is for
History
95 · Outstanding
Culture
90 · Outstanding
Food
90 · Outstanding
Family
88 · Very good
Our own 0–100 ratings for this one destination. They describe a city; they are not a league table of cities.
Food to try
Fish and Chips
Seaside Rock
Whitby Scampi
Yorkshire Pudding
When to visit Scarborough
How good each month is here, on this destination's own scale. It compares months within this city, never one city against another.
Best months: July, August
Busiest: Jul-Aug
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Jan30
Cold, often wet
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Feb35
Cold, often wet
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Mar50
Chilly, improving
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Apr65
Cool, spring blooms
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May75
Mild, pleasant
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Jun85
Warm, longer days
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Jul90
Warmest, peak season
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Aug90
Warm, busy
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Sept75
Mild, quieter
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Oct60
Cool, autumn colours
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Nov40
Cold, windy
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Dec35
Cold, festive
Things to do in Scarborough
8 places worth your time, grouped by when they are at their best.
Showing 8 of 8 places ·
Best in the morning
1 place
Walk the Cleveland Way
North Bay 4 hrs
Hike dramatic clifftop paths with stunning views of the Yorkshire coast.
Best in the afternoon
2 places
Enjoy Peasholm Park
North Bay 2 hrs
Relax in the tranquil Japanese gardens or watch the naval warfare show.
Wander Scarborough Old Town
South Bay 2 hrs
Explore cobbled streets, independent shops, and historic pubs.
Best in the evening
1 place
Catch a show at SJT
Town Centre 3 hrs
Enjoy world-class theatre in the round at Alan Ayckbourn's home.
Any time of day
4 places
Explore Scarborough Castle
South Bay 2.5 hrs
Discover centuries of history at this dramatic clifftop fortress.
Relax on South Bay Beach
South Bay 3 hrs
Classic sandy beach with donkey rides, arcades, and ice cream.
Visit Scarborough Sea Life
North Bay 2.5 hrs
Encounter marine creatures from sharks to penguins in interactive exhibits.
Ride the North Bay Railway
North Bay 1 hr
Scenic miniature railway connecting Peasholm Park to Sea Life.
Things to book
Tours and activities in Scarborough
Guided tours, day trips and tickets to book alongside your stay.
Standard tour
Black Widow Ghost Tours in Scarborough
Free cancellationFind deals
Unstructured tour
Private Transfer from Scarborough to Manchester Airport (MAN)
Free cancellationFind deals
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Practical ratings
Our own ratings and key insights for this destination.
Near Scarborough
Straight-line distance from the centre of Scarborough.
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