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

Mason City travel guide

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You're Going to Love Mason City

With a population of 28,079, Mason City is a must-see destination in Iowa, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Mason City has to offer.

Where to Eat in Mason City

If you’re looking for affordable options, Prime n Wine (3000 4th S West) and Bistro Nineteen (3331 19th St SW) are great picks.

When to visit Mason City

Mason City in December
Estimated hotel price
$83
1 night at 3-star hotel
Mason City in December
Estimated hotel price
$83
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Mason City in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °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 6.8 °F, with an average temperature of 15.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 5.4″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Mason City, with an average rainfall of 0.8″.

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How to Get to Mason City

Plane

When flying to Mason City, you’ll arrive at Mason City (MCW), which is located 11 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Mason City departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 29m.

Car

Another option to get to Mason City is to pick up a car rental from Minneapolis, which is about 203 km from Mason City. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Minneapolis.

Plane

When flying to Mason City, you’ll arrive at Mason City (MCW), which is located 11 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Mason City departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 29m.

Car

Another option to get to Mason City is to pick up a car rental from Minneapolis, which is about 203 km from Mason City. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Minneapolis.

Airports near Mason City

MCWMason City
RSTRochester
ALOWaterloo

Airlines serving Mason City

KLM
Good (1,346 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,912 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,951 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,451 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,744 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,238 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,576 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,076 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,189 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (644 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,847 reviews)
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Where to stay in Mason City

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Econo Lodge Inn & Suites and Hampton Inn & Suites Mason City.

Where to stay in popular areas of Mason City

Most booked hotels in Mason City

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Historic Park Inn
2 stars
Excellent (9.5, 17 reviews)
$179+
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AmericInn by Wyndham Clear Lake
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 332 reviews)
$84+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Mason City
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 148 reviews)
$141+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Clear Lake
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 612 reviews)
$61+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Mason City, IA
2 stars
Excellent (8, 336 reviews)
$116+
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Best Western Holiday Lodge
3 stars
Good (7.8, 156 reviews)
$96+
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Renting a car in Mason City

Renting a car in Mason City costs $57 per day, on average, or $172 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.44 per gallon in Mason City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.34 and $55.12.

Renting a car in Mason City costs $57 per day, on average, or $172 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $3.44 per gallon in Mason City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $41.34 and $55.12.

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