Introduction
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When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Bowling Green travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bowling Green

With a population of 30,028, Bowling Green is a must-see destination in Ohio, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Bowling Green deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Bowling Green

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sam B's (146 N Main St) and Beckett's Burger Bar (163 S Main St) are great picks.

When to visit Bowling Green

Bowling Green in December
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bowling Green in December
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bowling Green in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 26.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 3.5″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Bowling Green, with an average rainfall of 1.7″.

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How to Get to Bowling Green

Plane

Although Bowling Green doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toledo Express (TOL), which is located 17 miles from Bowling Green. The shortest domestic flight to Bowling Green departs from Richmond and takes around 21h 14m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Bowling Green.

Car

Another option to get to Bowling Green is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 73 miles from Bowling Green. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Plane

Although Bowling Green doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Toledo Express (TOL), which is located 17 miles from Bowling Green. The shortest domestic flight to Bowling Green departs from Richmond and takes around 21h 14m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Bowling Green.

Car

Another option to get to Bowling Green is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 73 miles from Bowling Green. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Airports near Bowling Green

TOLToledo Express
CLECleveland Hopkins Intl

Airlines serving Bowling Green

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bowling Green

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bowling Green and Holiday Inn Express & Suites Bowling Green.

Where to stay in popular areas of Bowling Green

Most booked hotels in Bowling Green

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Best Western Falcon Plaza - Bowling Green
2 stars
Excellent (9, 570 reviews)
$106+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Bowling Green
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 125 reviews)
$116+
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Comfort Inn & Suites Maumee - Toledo (I80-90)
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 683 reviews)
$95+
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Hilton Garden Inn Toledo Perrysburg
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 348 reviews)
$129+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton - Bowling Green
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 145 reviews)
$115+
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La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Toledo Perrysburg
2 stars
Excellent (8, 702 reviews)
$70+
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Renting a car in Bowling Green

Renting a car in Bowling Green costs $47 per day, on average, or $95 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 48% cheaper than airport locations in Bowling Green.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Bowling Green (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Bowling Green, while also 21% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Bowling Green costs $47 per day, on average, or $95 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 48% cheaper than airport locations in Bowling Green.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Bowling Green (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Bowling Green, while also 21% cheaper than other types, on average.

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