Kalamazoo travel guide
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You're Going to Love Kalamazoo
With a population of 74,262, Kalamazoo is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Kalamazoo has to offer.
Activities & attractions in Kalamazoo
Where to Eat in Kalamazoo
If you’re looking for affordable options, Old Burdicks Bar and Grill (100 W. Michigan Ave) and Brick and Brine (100 W Michigan Ave) are great picks.
When to visit Kalamazoo
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Kalamazoo in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °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 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Kalamazoo, with an average rainfall of 1.5″.
How to Get to Kalamazoo
Plane
When flying to Kalamazoo, you’ll arrive at Kalamazoo Intl (AZO), which is located 7 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Kalamazoo include Delta, WestJet and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Kalamazoo departs from New York and takes around 3h 32m.
Car
Another option to get to Kalamazoo is to pick up a car rental from Chicago, which is about 174 km from Kalamazoo. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Rent-A-Wreck, among others, in Chicago.
Airlines serving Kalamazoo
Where to stay in Kalamazoo
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sleep Inn & Suites Kalamazoo Southwest and Candlewood Suites Kalamazoo By IHG.
Where to stay in popular areas of Kalamazoo
Most booked hotels in Kalamazoo
Renting a car in Kalamazoo
Renting a car in Kalamazoo costs $78 per day, on average, or $312 if you want to rent if for 4 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Kalamazoo Intl.
Expect to pay $4.66 per gallon in Kalamazoo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $55.87 and $74.50. The most frequently booked car type in Kalamazoo is Full-size (Dodge Durango or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Venue or similar) are, on average, 32% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.