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

Julian travel guide

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You're Going to Love Julian

With a population of 1,502, Julian is a must-see destination in California, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Julian to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Julian

Julian in February
Estimated hotel price
$140
1 night at 3-star hotel
Julian in February
Estimated hotel price
$140
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Julian in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 89.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 33.8 °F, with an average temperature of 44.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 4.7″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Julian, with an average rainfall of 0.2″.

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How to Get to Julian

Plane

Although Julian doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 42 miles from Julian. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Julian departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Julian.

Car

Another option to get to Julian is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 119 miles from Julian. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Plane

Although Julian doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to San Diego Airport (SAN), which is located 42 miles from Julian. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Julian departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 10m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Julian.

Car

Another option to get to Julian is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 119 miles from Julian. You’ll find branches of Ace and Priceless, among others, in Los Angeles.

Airports near Julian

SANSan Diego
ONTOntario
SNASanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Airlines serving Julian

KLM
Good (1,411 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,576 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,003 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,532 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,047 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,788 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,019 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,025 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,664 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,417 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,493 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,462 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (874 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,305 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,583 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,061 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,317 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,136 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,406 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Julian

Most booked hotels in Julian

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Julian Gold Rush Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 1019 reviews)
$130+
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Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat & Spa
0 stars
Excellent (8.9, 622 reviews)
$109+
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Julian Lodge
0 stars
Excellent (8.6, 954 reviews)
$103+
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Orchard Hill
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 15 reviews)
$266+
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Stagecoach Trails Rv Resort
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 19 reviews)
$35+
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Apple Tree Inn
2 stars
Good (7.9, 617 reviews)
$126+
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Renting a car in Julian

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Julian (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.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Julian (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.