Cozy Gainsborough will entice you
Enjoy the culture and other features of Gainsborough. Travelers to this welcoming city praise the bars, horseback riding and restaurants. Many of our vacation rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters, and sometimes even a hot tub for a relaxing getaway.
Activities and attractions in Gainsborough
Are you hoping to find attractions to see while you're in the area? Venture out of your vacation home and experience everything that Gainsborough has to offer. Here are some of the major attractions to see, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Blyton Park Driving Center (5 mi / 8.1 km)
- Sundown Adventureland (6.9 mi / 11.2 km)
- Yorkshire Wildlife Park (12.9 mi / 20.8 km)
- Walesby Forest (15.3 mi / 24.6 km)
- Doncaster Racecourse (16 mi / 25.7 km)
- Hayton Castle Clay Shoot (5.2 mi / 8.3 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Gainsborough
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to spend some time taking in the scenery, Gainsborough is a great place to get out in nature. These are a few of the area's noteworthy natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Idle Valley Nature Reserve (9.1 mi / 14.7 km)
- Pure Land Meditation Centre and Japanese Garden (11 mi / 17.7 km)
- Clumber Park (15.2 mi / 24.5 km)
- Normanby Hall Country Park (17.2 mi / 27.8 km)
- Sherwood Forest Country Park (18.1 mi / 29.2 km)
- Blacktoft Sands National Nature Reserve (20.8 mi / 33.4 km)
How to get to and around Gainsborough
The nearest airport is in Doncaster (DSA-Sheffield), located 11.3 mi (18.3 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you could book a flight to Hull (HUY-Humberside), which is 21.6 mi (34.7 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Gainsborough Central Station, Gainsborough Lea Road Station and Kirton Lindsey Station are the main stations in the city.