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

Harrisonburg travel guide

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You're Going to Love Harrisonburg

With a population of 48,914, Harrisonburg is a must-see destination in Virginia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Harrisonburg deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Harrisonburg

If you’re looking for affordable options, Joshua Wilton House (412 S Main St) and Local Chop & Grill House (56 W. Gay St) are great picks.

When to visit Harrisonburg

Harrisonburg in January
Estimated hotel price
$94
1 night at 3-star hotel
Harrisonburg in January
Estimated hotel price
$94
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Harrisonburg in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 26.6 °F, with an average temperature of 35.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Harrisonburg, with an average rainfall of 2″.

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How to Get to Harrisonburg

Plane

When flying to Harrisonburg, you’ll arrive at Staunton Shenandoah Valley (SHD), which is located 13 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Harrisonburg departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Harrisonburg is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 104 miles from Harrisonburg. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

The most popular bus station is Harrisonburg JMU Godwin Transit Center, located 0.9 miles from downtown Harrisonburg. Harrisonburg 1001 E Market St is also a commonly used station, and is 1.0 mile from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Harrisonburg, you’ll arrive at Staunton Shenandoah Valley (SHD), which is located 13 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Harrisonburg departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Harrisonburg is to pick up a car rental from Washington, D.C., which is about 104 miles from Harrisonburg. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in Washington, D.C..

Bus

The most popular bus station is Harrisonburg JMU Godwin Transit Center, located 0.9 miles from downtown Harrisonburg. Harrisonburg 1001 E Market St is also a commonly used station, and is 1.0 mile from the city center.

Airports near Harrisonburg

LYHLynchburg Preston-Glenn Field
CHOCharlottesville Albemarle
IADWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Airlines serving Harrisonburg

KLM
Good (1,487 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,892 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,853 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,298 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,384 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,913 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,163 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,563 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,545 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,742 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,556 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,894 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,182 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,378 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (397 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,189 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,242 reviews)
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Where to stay in Harrisonburg

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sleep Inn and Suites Harrisonburg near University and Howard Johnson by Wyndham Harrisonburg.

Where to stay in popular areas of Harrisonburg

Most booked hotels in Harrisonburg

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Hotel Madison & Shenandoah Conference Ctr.
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1266 reviews)
$144+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisonburg, VA
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1353 reviews)
$69+
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Tru by Hilton Harrisonburg
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 331 reviews)
$86+
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Quality Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 967 reviews)
$71+
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Hampton Inn Harrisonburg-South
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 697 reviews)
$81+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Harrisonburg
4 stars
Good (7.3, 583 reviews)
$109+
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Renting a car in Harrisonburg

Renting a car in Harrisonburg costs $59 per day, on average, or $118 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 37% cheaper than airport locations in Harrisonburg.

Expect to pay $4.28 per gallon in Harrisonburg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.33 and $68.44. The most frequently booked car type in Harrisonburg is Compact (Toyota RAV4 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, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Harrisonburg costs $59 per day, on average, or $118 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 37% cheaper than airport locations in Harrisonburg.

Expect to pay $4.28 per gallon in Harrisonburg (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.33 and $68.44. The most frequently booked car type in Harrisonburg is Compact (Toyota RAV4 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, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Harrisonburg

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