Eureka travel guide
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You're Going to Love Eureka
With a population of 27,191, Eureka is a must-see destination in California, United States. Eureka deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Eureka
If you’re looking for affordable options, Restaurant 301 (301 L Street) and Tres Chiles Picosos (3502 Broadway) are great picks.
When to visit Eureka
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Eureka in August, when the average temperature is 57.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 60.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 41 °F, with an average temperature of 46.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 6.3″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Eureka, with an average rainfall of 0″.
How to Get to Eureka
Plane
When flying to Eureka, you’ll arrive at Arcata Eureka (ACV), which is located 12 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Eureka departs from Burbank and takes around 1h 50m.
Bus
The most popular bus station is Eureka 1603 4th St, located 0.5 miles from downtown Eureka. Eureka 6th & C is also a commonly used station, and is 0.3 miles from the city center.
Airlines serving Eureka
Where to stay in Eureka
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Eureka and Comfort Inn Humboldt Bay.
Where to stay in popular areas of Eureka
Most booked hotels in Eureka
Renting a car in Eureka
Renting a car in Eureka costs $66 per day, on average, or $132 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 25% cheaper than airport locations in Eureka.
Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Eureka (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 Eureka is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 27% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.