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 April
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Whittier in April
Estimated hotel price
$115
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 34m 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 Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Whittier, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From San Fernando, the bus ride to Whittier takes 145 km and will cost you around $29. From San Diego, the ticket costs about $45 for a journey of 193 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 34m 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 Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Whittier, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From San Fernando, the bus ride to Whittier takes 145 km and will cost you around $29. From San Diego, the ticket costs about $45 for a journey of 193 km.

Airlines serving Whittier

Lufthansa
Good (4,689 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (954 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,604 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,264 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,587 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (489 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,598 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,106 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,433 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,971 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,967 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (227 reviews)
Finnair
Good (857 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (816 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (928 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,168 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 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, 1774 reviews)
$253+
Hyatt Centric The Pike Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 829 reviews)
$218+
Friendly Hills Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 383 reviews)
$109+
DoubleTree by Hilton Whittier Los Angeles
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 771 reviews)
$37+
The Westin Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1252 reviews)
$232+
The Queen Mary
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 787 reviews)
$189+

Renting a car in Whittier

Renting a car in Whittier costs $50 per day, on average, or $100 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, 9% 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 $100 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, 9% 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.