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

Petaluma travel guide

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You're Going to Love Petaluma

With a population of 57,941, Petaluma is a must-see destination in California, United States. Petaluma deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Petaluma

If you’re looking for affordable options, Risibisi (154 Petaluma Blvd. North) and Seared - Petaluma (170 Petaluma Blvd N) are great picks.

When to visit Petaluma

Petaluma in January
Estimated hotel price
$120
1 night at 3-star hotel
Petaluma in January
Estimated hotel price
$120
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Petaluma in July, when the average temperature is 66.2 °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 37.4 °F, with an average temperature of 48.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 5.4″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Petaluma, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Petaluma

Plane

Although Petaluma doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Oakland Airport (OAK), which is located 43 miles from Petaluma. Oakland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, Alaska Airlines, Finnair and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Petaluma departs from New York and takes around 5h 56m.

Car

Another option to get to Petaluma is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 33 miles from Petaluma. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

Although Petaluma doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Oakland Airport (OAK), which is located 43 miles from Petaluma. Oakland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Southwest, Alaska Airlines, Finnair and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Petaluma departs from New York and takes around 5h 56m.

Car

Another option to get to Petaluma is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 33 miles from Petaluma. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Petaluma

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SMFSacramento Intl

Airlines serving Petaluma

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Petaluma

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Petaluma and Best Western Petaluma Inn.

Most popular hotel in Petaluma by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Petaluma

Most booked hotels in Petaluma

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Home2 Suites by Hilton Petaluma
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 154 reviews)
$149+
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Quality Inn Petaluma - Sonoma
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1289 reviews)
$112+
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Hotel Petaluma, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1094 reviews)
$171+
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Courtyard by Marriott Petaluma Sonoma County
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 108 reviews)
$127+
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Best Western Petaluma Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 196 reviews)
$115+
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Sheraton Sonoma Wine Country Petaluma
3 stars
Excellent (8, 421 reviews)
$141+
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Renting a car in Petaluma

Renting a car in Petaluma costs $84 per day, on average, or $167 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at San Francisco.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Petaluma (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. The most frequently booked car type in Petaluma is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (RAM Pickup or similar) are, on average, 71% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Petaluma costs $84 per day, on average, or $167 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 26% more expensive than at San Francisco.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Petaluma (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. The most frequently booked car type in Petaluma is Full-size (Chevrolet Tahoe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (RAM Pickup or similar) are, on average, 71% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Petaluma

Supplier choice

5 Adults, 5 Bags

$30/day

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Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$31/day

Economy
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