Boone travel guide

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You're Going to Love Boone

With a population of 17,122, Boone is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Boone to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Boone

If you’re looking for affordable options, Table at Crestwood (3236 Shulls Mill Road) and The Gamekeeper (3005 Shull's Mill Road) are great picks.

When to visit Boone

Boone in March
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel
Boone in March
Estimated hotel price
$119
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Boone in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 33.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 5.4″. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Boone, with an average rainfall of 4″.

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How to Get to Boone

Plane

Although Boone doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 116 km from Boone. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Boone departs from Chicago and takes around 4h 19m.

Car

Another option to get to Boone is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 133 km from Boone. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Dollar, among others, in Charlotte.

Plane

Although Boone doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 116 km from Boone. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Boone departs from Chicago and takes around 4h 19m.

Car

Another option to get to Boone is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 133 km from Boone. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Dollar, among others, in Charlotte.

Airlines serving Boone

Lufthansa
Good (4,699 reviews)
KLM
Good (847 reviews)
SWISS
Good (955 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,592 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,261 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,587 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (490 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,600 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,111 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,432 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,966 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,962 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,167 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (834 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (405 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,724 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (519 reviews)
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Where to stay in Boone

Average rates range from around $295 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $194 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Boone

Most booked hotels in Boone

Graystone Lodge
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 372 reviews)
$116+
Chetola Resort Condominiums
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 176 reviews)
$266+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Boone University
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1327 reviews)
$108+
Chetola Resort At Blowing Rock
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 260 reviews)
$267+
Comfort Suites Boone - University Area
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 835 reviews)
$107+
Meadowbrook Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 710 reviews)
$135+

Renting a car in Boone

Renting a car in Boone costs $67 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Boone (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Boone, while also 48% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Boone costs $67 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 1% more expensive than at Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Boone (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Intermediate (Kia Sportage or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Boone, while also 48% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car rental agencies in Boone

Hertz

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