Explore Windermere
Choose your boat:
Choose your boat:
Car drivers - Save time, money and hassle by using our park and sail option at our Ambleside and Lakeside Piers.
During busy periods, the roads around Windermere can get congested and car parking can be a premium. Why not leave the car behind, save money and reduce your carbon footprint by exploring Windermere by boat? Our Ambleside Pier has a small car park and costs £6.00 all day (other public pay and display car parks are nearby). Our Lakeside car park has 300 spaces and costs £6.00 all day.
Many customers find parking at Lakeside extremely convenient, as it is also the home to the Lakes Aquarium and a boarding point for the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Steam Railway. The Lakeside site is also convenient for the brief ferry trip to Fell Foot gardens, picnic area and adventure playground. This service runs in the summer every half hour from 11am to 5pm.
Make the most of your day on Windermere with a mix of adventures, attractions and exciting events happening around the lake. Whether you’re travelling by boat to iconic lake‑shore destinations or looking for something memorable to experience with the whole family, there’s plenty waiting to be discovered.
We’ve put together a handy guide to the very best of what’s on near our main piers at Bowness, Waterhead, and Lakeside. From top attractions and local walks to great places to eat, drink, and enjoy seasonal events, everything is just a short stroll from your Windermere Lake Cruise.
Make the most of your visit and soak up the very best of the Lake District right from the water’s edge.