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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Harrisonburg to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Harrisonburg

If you’re looking for affordable options, Vito's Italian Kitchen (1047 Port Republic Rd) and Capital Ale House - Harrisonburg (41 Court Sq) are great picks.

When to visit Harrisonburg

Harrisonburg in January
Estimated hotel price
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel
Harrisonburg in January
Estimated hotel price
$102
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 Orlando and takes around 14h 46m.

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 Sixt and Kyte, 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 Orlando and takes around 14h 46m.

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 Sixt and Kyte, 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.

Airlines serving Harrisonburg

Lufthansa
Good (7,181 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,361 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,834 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,667 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,842 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,964 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,682 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (848 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,555 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,556 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,944 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,364 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (7,885 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (395 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,309 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,231 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,336 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,235 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,388 reviews)
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Where to stay in Harrisonburg

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Quality Inn and Motel 6 Harrisonburg - South, VA.

Where to stay in popular areas of Harrisonburg

Most booked hotels in Harrisonburg

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisonburg, VA
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1311 reviews)
$104+
Quality Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 784 reviews)
$83+
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Harrisonburg
2 stars
Good (7.8, 805 reviews)
$59+
DoubleTree by Hilton Harrisonburg
4 stars
Good (7.5, 332 reviews)
$119+
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Harrisonburg
2 stars
Good (6.4, 807 reviews)
$50+

Renting a car in Harrisonburg

Renting a car in Harrisonburg costs $63 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 13% cheaper than airport locations in Harrisonburg.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Harrisonburg is Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Ford Edge or similar) are, on average, 34% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Harrisonburg costs $63 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 13% cheaper than airport locations in Harrisonburg.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Harrisonburg is Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Ford Edge or similar) are, on average, 34% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Harrisonburg

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