Things to do in Ulverston

Activities, attractions and tours

Lakeside featuring a bridge and a river or creek
Lakeside featuring railway items
Lakeside featuring railway items
Lakeside which includes animals
Coniston Water which includes a small town or village and mountains

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Manchester: Lake District Tour with Lake Cruise & Train Ride

Manchester: Lake District Tour with Lake Cruise & Train Ride

Activity duration is 10 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €91 per adult
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Windermere to Grasmere Mini Tour - Includes stop by Rydal Water at Badger B...

Windermere to Grasmere Mini Tour - Includes stop by Rydal Water at Badger B...

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is €160 per traveller*
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MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip

Activity duration is 9 hours and 30 minutes
8.0 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is €68 per adult
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What to do in Ulverston

Popular places to visit

Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre

Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre

Learn about the local history of Ulverston when you spend time at Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre
Lakeside which includes heritage architecture and railway items

Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway

Sit in the front compartment and learn to operate this steam train, while capturing photos of the delightful Lake District scenery.

Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway
Fell Foot Park

Fell Foot Park

Explore the great outdoors at Fell Foot Park, a lovely green space in Ulverston. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Fell Foot Park
Laurel and Hardy Museum

Laurel and Hardy Museum

4/5(1 review)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Laurel and Hardy Museum during your trip to Ulverston. Stroll along the lakeside in this relaxing area or visit its lively bars.

Laurel and Hardy Museum
Lakeland Motor Museum

Lakeland Motor Museum

3/5(1 review)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Lakeland Motor Museum during your trip to Backbarrow. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Lakeland Motor Museum
Lakeside featuring marine life

Lakes Aqaurium

Combine your visit to this innovative and diverse aquarium with a steam train journey and a cruise on the picturesque lake.

Lakes Aqaurium

Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing

Explore the waterfront in Lakeside with a trip to Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing

Conishead Priory

4/5(1 review)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Conishead Priory in Ulverston. Stroll along the lakeside in this quaint area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Conishead Priory

Lake Cruises

5/5(1 review)

Explore the waterfront in Urswick with a trip to Lake Cruises. Amble around this relaxing area's lakeside and enjoy its lively bars.

Lake Cruises
Ambleside

Ambleside

Windermere which includes street scenes, heritage architecture and café lifestyle

Windermere

Barrow-in-Furness

Barrow-in-Furness

Photo by Claudia Knaepen

Newby Bridge

Coniston Water featuring a lake or waterhole, boating and a small town or village

Coniston

Photo "Kirkby-in-Furness" by Andrew Hill (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Andrew Hill (CC BY-SA)

Kirkby-in-Furness

Photo "Dalton-in-Furness" by Alexander P Kapp (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Alexander P Kapp (CC BY-SA)

Dalton-in-Furness

Photo by The Two Doctors 👫

Bardsea

Frequently asked questions

Is Ulverston worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Ulverston is explore Fell Foot Park. Check this leading sight off your agenda, then discover more of this area's walking trails and views.
How do I spend a day in Ulverston?
After you've visited leading attractions like Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway and Lakeland Motor Museum, spend the rest of your day discovering the retail and food options in Ulverston.
What is the top tourist attraction in Ulverston?
Fell Foot Park is one of the top tourist attractions in Ulverston and should feature high on every sightseeing itinerary of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Ulverston?
Three days will be plenty of time to check out some popular city sights, like Lakeland Motor Museum, Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre and Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway. The average stay in Ulverston is three days. If you have the urge to extend your adventure, Windermere isn't far away.
Is Ulverston a walkable city?
That depends on what you'd like to do and see in Ulverston. Several top sights, like Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre and Conishead Priory, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander around some of Ulverston's neighbourhoods, Bardsea is 3 kilometres away from downtown, while Canal Foot is 2 kilometres away from the city centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Ulverston with kids?
Deciding what to do in Ulverston with kids has never been simpler. Whether you're travelling with teenagers or toddlers, there are plenty of family-friendly tours and activities to keep everyone happy here.

What to do in Ulverston for adults?
There's no shortage of things to do in Ulverston, with activities for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Laurel and Hardy Museum or Cartmel Cheeses.
Are there free things to do in Ulverston?
In Ulverston, Manjushri Kadampa Meditation Centre is a popular spot for anyone wanting to see the city without reaching for their wallet. Also, check out the local parks and neighbourhoods, and ask a local tour guide for tips. It's a top way to discover the best free things to do in Ulverston.