Temecula travel guide

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You're Going to Love Temecula

With a population of 100,097, Temecula is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Temecula to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Temecula

If you’re looking for affordable options, Cougar Vineyard And Winery (39870 De Portola Rd) and The Nightingale (41923 2nd St Ste 103) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Be Good Restaurant & Experience (28636 old town front street unit 109) and Mad Madelines Grill (28495 Old Town Front St) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Temecula.

Most popular restaurants in Temecula

Steakhouse
Wonderful (302 reviews)
Californian
Wonderful (270 reviews)
Californian
Very good (215 reviews)
American
Wonderful (210 reviews)
Californian
Wonderful (200 reviews)
Steakhouse
Wonderful (146 reviews)
Steakhouse
Wonderful (302 reviews)
Californian
Wonderful (270 reviews)
Californian
Very good (215 reviews)
American
Wonderful (210 reviews)
Californian
Wonderful (200 reviews)
Steakhouse
Wonderful (146 reviews)

When to visit Temecula

Temecula in February
Estimated hotel price
$129
1 night at 3-star hotel
Temecula in February
Estimated hotel price
$129
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Temecula

Plane

Although Temecula doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 70 km from Temecula. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Temecula departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 12m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Temecula. The train journey from Temecula to Burbank takes 0h 27m 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 Temecula is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 77 miles from Temecula. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Temecula, including FlixBus, Busbud and Amtrak. From Santa Barbara, the bus ride to Temecula takes 193 km and will cost you around $64. From Palm Springs, the ticket costs about $45 for a journey of 200 km.

Plane

Although Temecula doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 70 km from Temecula. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air Canada, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Temecula departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 12m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Temecula. The train journey from Temecula to Burbank takes 0h 27m 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 Temecula is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 77 miles from Temecula. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Temecula, including FlixBus, Busbud and Amtrak. From Santa Barbara, the bus ride to Temecula takes 193 km and will cost you around $64. From Palm Springs, the ticket costs about $45 for a journey of 200 km.

Airlines serving Temecula

Lufthansa
Good (4,604 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,444 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,591 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,281 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,547 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,921 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,710 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (878 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
LOT
Good (683 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,161 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (911 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (835 reviews)
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Where to stay in Temecula

Average rates range from around $666 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $228 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Temecula and Hampton Inn & Suites Temecula.

Where to stay in popular areas of Temecula

Most booked hotels in Temecula

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Murrieta, An IHG Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (9, 479 reviews)
$107+
Hampton Inn & Suites Murrieta Temecula
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 191 reviews)
$137+
South Coast Winery Resort & Spa
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 603 reviews)
$248+
Home2 Suites by Hilton Temecula
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 585 reviews)
$129+
Carter Estate Winery and Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 373 reviews)
$268+
Signature Temecula
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1176 reviews)
$92+

Renting a car in Temecula

Renting a car in Temecula costs $58 per day, on average. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Temecula is the Hertz branch at 27452 Jefferson Ave. Suite #4, which is 2 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 13% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Temecula (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 Temecula is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Honda Civic or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Temecula costs $58 per day, on average. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Hertz and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Temecula is the Hertz branch at 27452 Jefferson Ave. Suite #4, which is 2 miles from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 13% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Temecula (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 Temecula is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Honda Civic or similar) are, on average, 69% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.