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

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 December
Estimated hotel price
$136
1 night at 3-star hotel
Folsom in December
Estimated hotel price
$136
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, Alaska Airlines, Finnair and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Folsom departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 31m.

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 Movly, 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, Alaska Airlines, Finnair and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Folsom departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 31m.

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 Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Folsom

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SMFSacramento Intl

Airlines serving Folsom

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)
LOT
Good (1,069 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)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Folsom

Most booked hotels in Folsom

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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites El Dorado Hills, An IHG Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 461 reviews)
$136+
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Staybridge Suites Sacramento - Folsom
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 345 reviews)
$136+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Folsom
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 766 reviews)
$158+
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Lake Natoma Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 779 reviews)
$146+
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Larkspur Landing Extended Stay Suites Folsom
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 571 reviews)
$129+
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Courtyard by Marriott Sacramento Folsom
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 301 reviews)
$130+
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Renting a car in Folsom

Renting a car in Folsom costs $48 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 13% cheaper than airport locations in Folsom.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Folsom is Compact (Buick Encore or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (RAM Pickup or similar) are, on average, 36% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Folsom costs $48 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 13% cheaper than airport locations in Folsom.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Folsom is Compact (Buick Encore or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (RAM Pickup or similar) are, on average, 36% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Folsom

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$25/day

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$26/day

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