Whittier travel guide

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You're Going to Love Whittier

With a population of 85 331, Whittier is a must-see destination in California, United States. Whittier deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Whittier

If you’re looking for affordable options, Mimosas Whittier (16435 Whittier Blvd) and Original Roadhouse Grill - Whittier (15156 E Whittier Blvd.) are great picks.

When to visit Whittier

Whittier in June
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel
Whittier in June
Estimated hotel price
$107
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Whittier

Plane

When flying to Whittier, you’ll arrive at Long Beach Municipal (LGB), which is located 21 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Whittier include Southwest, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Whittier departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 15m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Whittier. The train journey from Whittier to Burbank takes 0h 29m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Whittier is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 27 km from Whittier. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Ace, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Whittier, including LuxXpress, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Santa Barbara, the bus ride to Whittier takes 193 km and will cost you around $66. From Bakersfield, the ticket costs about $18 for a journey of 201 km.

Plane

When flying to Whittier, you’ll arrive at Long Beach Municipal (LGB), which is located 21 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Whittier include Southwest, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Whittier departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 15m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Whittier. The train journey from Whittier to Burbank takes 0h 29m and costs around $11 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Fullerton, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 39m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Whittier is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 27 km from Whittier. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Ace, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Whittier, including LuxXpress, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Santa Barbara, the bus ride to Whittier takes 193 km and will cost you around $66. From Bakersfield, the ticket costs about $18 for a journey of 201 km.

Airlines serving Whittier

Lufthansa
Good (4,673 reviews)
KLM
Good (842 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,643 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,245 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,575 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (487 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,595 reviews)
Air France
Good (982 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,107 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,424 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,988 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,010 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (855 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (810 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (935 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (838 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Whittier

Most booked hotels in Whittier

Hyatt Regency Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1765 reviews)
$238+
Hyatt Centric The Pike Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 824 reviews)
$203+
Friendly Hills Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 382 reviews)
$109+
DoubleTree by Hilton Whittier Los Angeles
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 774 reviews)
$108+
The Westin Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1256 reviews)
$231+
The Queen Mary
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 807 reviews)
$184+

Renting a car in Whittier

Renting a car in Whittier costs $50 per day, on average, or $99 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Whittier (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. The most frequently booked car type in Whittier is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Nissan Murano or similar) are, on average, 73% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Whittier costs $50 per day, on average, or $99 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Whittier (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. The most frequently booked car type in Whittier is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Nissan Murano or similar) are, on average, 73% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.