Folsom travel guide

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You're Going to Love Folsom

With a population of 72,203, Folsom is a must-see destination in California, United States. Folsom deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Folsom

If you’re looking for affordable options, Back Bistro (230 Palladio Pkwy Ste 1201 Ste 1201) and Scott's Seafood Roundhouse - Historic District Folsom (824 Sutter St) are great picks.

When to visit Folsom

Folsom in July
Estimated hotel price
$139
1 night at 3-star hotel
Folsom in July
Estimated hotel price
$139
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Folsom in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 93.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 37.4 °F, with an average temperature of 44.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 4.3″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Folsom, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Folsom

Plane

Although Folsom doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sacramento Airport (SMF), which is located 22 miles from Folsom. Oakland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Folsom departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 34m.

Car

Another option to get to Folsom is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 91 miles from Folsom. You’ll find branches of Turo and Europcar, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

Although Folsom doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sacramento Airport (SMF), which is located 22 miles from Folsom. Oakland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Folsom departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 34m.

Car

Another option to get to Folsom is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 91 miles from Folsom. You’ll find branches of Turo and Europcar, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Folsom

Airlines serving Folsom

Lufthansa
Good (7,203 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,128 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,656 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,955 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,901 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,834 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,856 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,466 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (813 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,284 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,602 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,423 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,717 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,099 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (350 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,391 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,917 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Folsom

Most booked hotels in Folsom

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites El Dorado Hills By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 480 reviews)
$127+
Staybridge Suites Sacramento - Folsom
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 359 reviews)
$164+
Hampton Inn & Suites Folsom
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 781 reviews)
$139+
Lake Natoma Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 795 reviews)
$132+
Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Folsom
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 591 reviews)
$120+
Courtyard by Marriott Sacramento Folsom
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 309 reviews)
$123+

Renting a car in Folsom

Renting a car in Folsom costs $53 per day, on average, or $106 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 18% cheaper than airport locations in Folsom.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Folsom (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Folsom is Intermediate (Mazda Mazda3 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, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Folsom costs $53 per day, on average, or $106 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 18% cheaper than airport locations in Folsom.

Expect to pay $3.48 per gallon in Folsom (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Folsom is Intermediate (Mazda Mazda3 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, 60% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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