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

Carefree travel guide

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You're Going to Love Carefree

With a population of 3,363, Carefree is a must-see destination in Arizona, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Carefree deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Carefree

If you’re looking for affordable options, Keeler's Neighborhood Steakhouse (7212 East Ho Hum Road) and Lara Bistro (37555 N. Hum Road Ste #109) are great picks.

When to visit Carefree

Carefree in July
Estimated hotel price
$231
1 night at 3-star hotel
Carefree in July
Estimated hotel price
$231
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Carefree in July, when the average temperature is 87.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 98.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 42.8 °F, with an average temperature of 53.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 1.6″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Carefree, with an average rainfall of 0.1″.

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How to Get to Carefree

Plane

When flying to Carefree, you’ll arrive at Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal (SCF), which is located 14 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Carefree is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 27 miles from Carefree. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Carzi, among others, in Phoenix.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Carefree, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Carefree takes 385 miles and will cost you around $100. From Las Vegas, the ticket costs about $84 for a journey of 390 miles.

Plane

When flying to Carefree, you’ll arrive at Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal (SCF), which is located 14 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Carefree is to pick up a car rental from Phoenix, which is about 27 miles from Carefree. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Carzi, among others, in Phoenix.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Carefree, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Tornado Bus. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Carefree takes 385 miles and will cost you around $100. From Las Vegas, the ticket costs about $84 for a journey of 390 miles.

Airports near Carefree

FLGFlagstaff Pulliam
PHXPhoenix Sky Harbor Intl
AZAPhoenix-Mesa Gateway

Airlines serving Carefree

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 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 (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Carefree

Average rates range from around $439 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $404 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Carefree

Most booked hotels in Carefree

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Villas of Cave Creek
0 stars
Excellent (9.4, 126 reviews)
$155+
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Spur Cross Inn
3 stars
Excellent (9.5, 53 reviews)
$220+
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Hilton Vacation Club Rancho Manana Phoenix/Cave Creek
3 stars
Excellent (9, 529 reviews)
$161+
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Hampton Inn by Hilton Carefree
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 142 reviews)
$107+
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Civana Wellness Resort And Spa
4 stars
Excellent (9, 231 reviews)
$367+
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Boulders Resort & Spa Scottsdale, Curio Collection by Hilton
5 stars
Excellent (8.2, 519 reviews)
$173+
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Renting a car in Carefree

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Carefree (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.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Carefree (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.

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