Penticton travel guide
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You're Going to Love Penticton
With a population of 37,721, Penticton is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Penticton deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Penticton
If you’re looking for affordable options, Hillside Winery & Bistro (1350 Naramata Road) and Villa Rosa Ristorante (795 Westminster Ave W) are great picks.
When to visit Penticton
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Penticton in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 26.6 °F, with an average temperature of 30.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 1.8″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Penticton, with an average rainfall of 0.8″.
How to Get to Penticton
Plane
When flying to Penticton, you’ll arrive at Penticton (YYF), which is located 2 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Penticton from the United States departs from Seattle and takes around 9h 47m.
Car
Another option to get to Penticton is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 256 km from Penticton. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Hertz, among others, in Vancouver.
Airlines serving Penticton
Where to stay in Penticton
Average rates range from around $118 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $330 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Inn at Penticton and Waterfront Inn.
Where to stay in popular areas of Penticton
Most booked hotels in Penticton
Renting a car in Penticton
Renting a car in Penticton costs $52 per day, on average, or $104 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
Expect to pay $5.22 per gallon in Penticton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $62.69 and $83.58. Economy (Chevrolet Spark or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Penticton, while also 14% cheaper than other types, on average.