Boone travel guide
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You're Going to Love Boone
With a population of 17 122, Boone is a must-see destination in North Carolina, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Boone to see all of its attractions.
Activities & attractions in Boone
Where to Eat in Boone
If you’re looking for affordable options, Table at Crestwood (3236 Shulls Mill Road) and The Gamekeeper (3005 Shull's Mill Road) are great picks.
Most popular restaurants in Boone
When to visit Boone
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Boone in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 33.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 5.4″. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Boone, with an average rainfall of 4″.
How to Get to Boone
Plane
Although Boone doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Asheville Regional (AVL), which is located 116 km from Boone. Greenville is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, WestJet, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Boone departs from Chicago and takes around 3h 54m.
Car
Another option to get to Boone is to pick up a car rental from Charlotte, which is about 133 km from Boone. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Hertz, among others, in Charlotte.
Airlines serving Boone
Where to stay in Boone
Average rates range from around $304 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $182 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Boone
Most booked hotels in Boone
Renting a car in Boone
Renting a car in Boone costs $71 per day, on average.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA.
Expect to pay $3.86 per gallon in Boone (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.33 and $61.78. The most frequently booked car type in Boone is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica 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.