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

Grand Junction travel guide

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With a population of 58,566, Grand Junction is a must-see destination in Colorado, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Grand Junction deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Grand Junction

If you’re looking for affordable options, il Bistro Italiano (400 Main Street) and No Coast Sushi (1119 N 1st Street, Unit A) are great picks.

When to visit Grand Junction

Grand Junction in December
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel
Grand Junction in December
Estimated hotel price
$97
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Grand Junction in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °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 17.6 °F, with an average temperature of 26.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 1.2″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Grand Junction, with an average rainfall of 0.5″.

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How to Get to Grand Junction

Plane

When flying to Grand Junction, you’ll arrive at Grand Junction Regnl (GJT), which is located 7 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Grand Junction include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Air Canada. The shortest domestic flight to Grand Junction departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 30m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Grand Junction. The train station in Grand Junction is called Grand Junction, and is located 1.7 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Grand Junction is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 315 km from Grand Junction. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Denver.

Bus

Grand Junction’s bus station is located 1.2 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Grand Junction, you’ll arrive at Grand Junction Regnl (GJT), which is located 7 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Grand Junction include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Air Canada. The shortest domestic flight to Grand Junction departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 30m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Grand Junction. The train station in Grand Junction is called Grand Junction, and is located 1.7 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Grand Junction is to pick up a car rental from Denver, which is about 315 km from Grand Junction. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Denver.

Bus

Grand Junction’s bus station is located 1.2 km from the city center.

Airports near Grand Junction

GJTGrand Junction Regnl
MTJMontrose County
ASEAspen Pitkin County

Airlines serving Grand Junction

Lufthansa
Good (7,046 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,844 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,933 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,697 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,252 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,972 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,069 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,698 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,415 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,165 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (643 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (472 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (160 reviews)
Southwest
Excellent (4,294 reviews)
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Where to stay in Grand Junction

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Grand Junction Downtown/Historic Main Street and Woodspring Suites Grand Junction. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Grand Junction, with prices from $51 to $275 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Grand Junction are about 106% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Grand Junction by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Grand Junction

Most booked hotels in Grand Junction

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Grand Junction
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1400 reviews)
$112+
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Clarion Inn Grand Junction
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2052 reviews)
$85+
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Quality Inn Grand Junction near University
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1554 reviews)
$101+
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Best Western Grande River Inn & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8, 425 reviews)
$137+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Grand Junction
4 stars
Good (7.8, 565 reviews)
$134+
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Grand Vista Hotel Grand Junction
3 stars
Good (7.6, 3123 reviews)
$68+
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Renting a car in Grand Junction

Renting a car in Grand Junction costs $97 per day, on average, or $194 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Alamo, Budget and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Grand Junction is the Budget branch at 2454 Us Highway 6 & 50 Ste 108, which is 5 km from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 34% more expensive than at Grand Junction Regnl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Grand Junction (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. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Grand Junction, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Grand Junction costs $97 per day, on average, or $194 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Alamo, Budget and Avis are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Grand Junction is the Budget branch at 2454 Us Highway 6 & 50 Ste 108, which is 5 km from the city center.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 34% more expensive than at Grand Junction Regnl.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Grand Junction (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. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Grand Junction, while also 50% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Grand Junction

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