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

Garden Grove travel guide

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You're Going to Love Garden Grove

With a population of 170.883, Garden Grove is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Garden Grove deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Garden Grove

If you’re looking for affordable options, Nova Kitchen & Bar (12361 Chapman Ave) and Joe's Crab Shack - Garden Grove (12011 Harbor Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Garden Grove

Garden Grove in May
Estimated package price
$445
2 travelers
Flight to Garden Grove
3 nights at hotel
Garden Grove in May
Estimated package price
$445
2 travelers
Flight to Garden Grove
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Garden Grove

Plane

When flying to Garden Grove, you’ll arrive at John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 13 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Garden Grove include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Garden Grove departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 22m.

Car

Another option to get to Garden Grove is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 46 km from Garden Grove. You’ll find branches of Ace and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Garden Grove’s bus station is located 3 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Garden Grove, you’ll arrive at John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 13 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Garden Grove include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Garden Grove departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 22m.

Car

Another option to get to Garden Grove is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 46 km from Garden Grove. You’ll find branches of Ace and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Garden Grove’s bus station is located 3 km from the city center.

Airports near Garden Grove

LAXLos Angeles
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Garden Grove

KLM
Good (1,432 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,631 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,010 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,580 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,100 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,813 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,094 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,683 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,052 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,527 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,337 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,413 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,463 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,147 reviews)
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Where to stay in Garden Grove

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Tropic Lodge and Sonesta Simply Suites Anaheim.

Where to stay in popular areas of Garden Grove

Most booked hotels in Garden Grove

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Hyatt Regency Orange County
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 2607 reviews)
$143+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2897 reviews)
$190+
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Fairfield by Marriott Anaheim Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 2020 reviews)
$219+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Anaheim Garden Grove
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 938 reviews)
$133+
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Grand Legacy At The Park
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 3299 reviews)
$217+
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Great Wolf Lodge Southern California
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 742 reviews)
$123+
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Renting a car in Garden Grove

Renting a car in Garden Grove costs $59 per day, on average, or $118 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Garden Grove (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. The most frequently booked car type in Garden Grove is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Garden Grove costs $59 per day, on average, or $118 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Garden Grove (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. The most frequently booked car type in Garden Grove is Intermediate (Class Intermediate Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Garden Grove

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$25/day

Economy

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$25/day

Compact
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