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How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Harrisonburg travel guide

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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, 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
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Harrisonburg in January
Estimated hotel price
$100
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 4h 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 Hertz and Turo, 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 4h 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 Hertz and Turo, 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

Lufthansa
Good (7,409 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,367 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,961 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,966 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,925 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,925 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,339 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,622 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,156 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,117 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,251 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,896 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (998 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
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Where to stay in Harrisonburg

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Harrisonburg-South and Sleep Inn and Suites Harrisonburg near University.

Most popular hotel in Harrisonburg by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Harrisonburg

Most booked hotels in Harrisonburg

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Hyatt Place Harrisonburg
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 535 reviews)
$131+
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Hotel Madison & Shenandoah Conference Ctr.
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1092 reviews)
$127+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Harrisonburg, VA
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1243 reviews)
$97+
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Quality Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 864 reviews)
$90+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Harrisonburg
4 stars
Good (7.5, 551 reviews)
$105+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Harrisonburg
2 stars
Good (6.4, 1024 reviews)
$66+
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Renting a car in Harrisonburg

Renting a car in Harrisonburg costs $58 per day, on average, or $117 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 31% 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 Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Jeep Grand Cherokee or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Harrisonburg costs $58 per day, on average, or $117 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 31% 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 Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Jeep Grand Cherokee or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Harrisonburg

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