Whittier travel guide

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You're Going to Love Whittier

With a population of 85,331, Whittier is a must-see destination in California, United States. Whittier deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Whittier

If you’re looking for affordable options, Mimosas Whittier (16435 Whittier Blvd) and Original Roadhouse Grill - Whittier (15156 E Whittier Blvd.) are great picks.

When to visit Whittier

Whittier in April
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel
Whittier in April
Estimated hotel price
$115
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Whittier

Plane

When flying to Whittier, you’ll arrive at Long Beach Municipal (LGB), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Whittier include Southwest, Hawaiian Airlines and Air France. The shortest domestic flight to Whittier departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Whittier. The train journey from Whittier to Fullerton takes 0h 39m and costs around $14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Woodland Hills, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 43m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Whittier is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 17 miles from Whittier. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Whittier, including Bus, FlixBus and Amtrak. From Ontario, the bus ride to Whittier takes 40 miles and will cost you around $12. From Santa Barbara, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 120 miles.

Plane

When flying to Whittier, you’ll arrive at Long Beach Municipal (LGB), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Whittier include Southwest, Hawaiian Airlines and Air France. The shortest domestic flight to Whittier departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 16m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Whittier. The train journey from Whittier to Fullerton takes 0h 39m and costs around $14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Woodland Hills, expect to pay about $14 for a 0h 43m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Whittier is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 17 miles from Whittier. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Whittier, including Bus, FlixBus and Amtrak. From Ontario, the bus ride to Whittier takes 40 miles and will cost you around $12. From Santa Barbara, the ticket costs about $64 for a journey of 120 miles.

Airlines serving Whittier

Lufthansa
Good (4,666 reviews)
KLM
Good (853 reviews)
SWISS
Good (941 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,530 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,618 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,306 reviews)
Air France
Good (985 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,582 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (485 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,960 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,122 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,469 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,849 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (870 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,174 reviews)
LOT
Good (684 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (924 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (827 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (833 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Whittier

Most booked hotels in Whittier

Hyatt Regency Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1772 reviews)
$256+
Friendly Hills Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 382 reviews)
$109+
DoubleTree by Hilton Whittier Los Angeles
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 770 reviews)
$144+
The Westin Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1250 reviews)
$236+
The Queen Mary
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 739 reviews)
$210+
Hyatt Centric The Pike Long Beach
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 37 reviews)
$244+

Renting a car in Whittier

Renting a car in Whittier costs $50 per day, on average, or $99 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Whittier (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 Whittier is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Volkswagen Passat or similar) are, on average, 82% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Whittier costs $50 per day, on average, or $99 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Whittier (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 Whittier is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Volkswagen Passat or similar) are, on average, 82% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.