Petoskey travel guide
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You're Going to Love Petoskey
With a population of 5,670, Petoskey is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Petoskey to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Petoskey
If you’re looking for affordable options, Beacon Bistro Petoskey (319 Bay St) and Seventeen - Bay Harbor (795 Front) are great picks.
When to visit Petoskey
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Petoskey in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 15.8 °F, with an average temperature of 21.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 3.8″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Petoskey, with an average rainfall of 1.4″.
How to Get to Petoskey
Plane
Although Petoskey doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Pellston Emmet County (PLN), which is located 26 km from Petoskey. Traverse City Cherry Capital is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Qatar Airways, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Petoskey departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 08m.
Car
Another option to get to Petoskey is to pick up a car rental from Grand Rapids, which is about 273 km from Petoskey. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Grand Rapids.
Airports near Petoskey
Airlines serving Petoskey
Where to stay in Petoskey
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include AmericInn by Wyndham Petoskey and Apple Tree Inn, SureStay Collection by Best Western.
Where to stay in popular areas of Petoskey
Most booked hotels in Petoskey
Renting a car in Petoskey
Renting a car in Petoskey costs $75 per day, on average.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 34% more expensive than at Pellston Emmet County.
Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Petoskey (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 Petoskey is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Toyota Camry or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.