Gilbert travel guide
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You're Going to Love Gilbert
With a population of 208,453, Gilbert is a must-see destination in Arizona, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Gilbert has to offer.
Where to Eat in Gilbert
If you’re looking for affordable options, Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Gilbert (2290 S. San Tan Village) and Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant - San Tan (2218 E Williams Field Rd #101) are great picks.
When to visit Gilbert
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Gilbert in July, when the average temperature is 87.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 104 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 48.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 0.8″. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Gilbert, with an average rainfall of 0″.
How to Get to Gilbert
Plane
When flying to Gilbert, you’ll arrive at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport (PHX), which is located 13 miles from the city center.
Car
Another option to get to Gilbert is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 18 miles from Gilbert. You’ll find branches of Fox and NU Car, among others, in Phoenix.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Gilbert, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Bus. From Tucson, the bus ride to Gilbert takes 115 miles and will cost you around $41. From Flagstaff, the ticket costs about $59 for a journey of 160 miles.
Airlines serving Gilbert
Where to stay in Gilbert
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tru by Hilton Gilbert and Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix East Mesa.
Where to stay in popular areas of Gilbert
Most booked hotels in Gilbert
Renting a car in Gilbert
Renting a car in Gilbert costs $58 per day, on average, or $175 if you want to rent if for 3 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Gilbert.
Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Gilbert (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Gilbert is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Toyota Yaris or similar) are, on average, 53% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.