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How to get there
Where to stay
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Pasadena travel guide

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You're Going to Love Pasadena

With a population of 149,043, Pasadena is a must-see destination in Texas, 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 Pasadena has to offer.

When to visit Pasadena

Pasadena in November
Estimated hotel price
$80
1 night at 3-star hotel
Pasadena in November
Estimated hotel price
$80
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Pasadena in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 91.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 42.8 °F, with an average temperature of 51.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 4.5″. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in Pasadena, with an average rainfall of 2.1″.

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How to Get to Pasadena

Plane

When flying to Pasadena, you’ll arrive at Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), which is located 8 km from the city center.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Pasadena. The train journey from Pasadena to San Antonio takes 4h 45m and costs around $43 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Orleans, expect to pay about $53 for a 9h 18m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Pasadena is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 17 km from Pasadena. You’ll find branches of ACO Rent A Car and America Car Rental, among others, in Houston.

Plane

When flying to Pasadena, you’ll arrive at Houston Hobby Airport (HOU), which is located 8 km from the city center.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Pasadena. The train journey from Pasadena to San Antonio takes 4h 45m and costs around $43 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Orleans, expect to pay about $53 for a 9h 18m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Pasadena is to pick up a car rental from Houston, which is about 17 km from Pasadena. You’ll find branches of ACO Rent A Car and America Car Rental, among others, in Houston.

Airports near Pasadena

IAHHouston George Bush Intcntl
CLLCollege Station Easterwood Field
HOUHouston Hobby

Airlines serving Pasadena

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,632 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,008 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,583 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,104 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,814 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,092 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,683 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,051 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,440 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,506 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,531 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,332 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,337 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,470 reviews)
Malaysia Airlines
Good (282 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,895 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Pasadena

Most booked hotels in Pasadena

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Houston Pasadena
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 202 reviews)
$107+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Houston Pasadena
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 401 reviews)
$111+
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Boardwalk Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1211 reviews)
$162+
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Courtyard by Marriott Houston Kemah
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 231 reviews)
$144+
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South Shore Harbour Resort and Conference Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1060 reviews)
$107+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Houston/Clear Lake-Nasa Area
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 585 reviews)
$84+
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Renting a car in Pasadena

Renting a car in Pasadena costs $41 per day, on average, or $163 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 38% cheaper than airport locations in Pasadena.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Pasadena (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Pasadena, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Pasadena costs $41 per day, on average, or $163 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 38% cheaper than airport locations in Pasadena.

Expect to pay $3.29 per gallon in Pasadena (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $39.52 and $52.69. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Pasadena, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

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