Reading travel guide
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You're Going to Love Reading
With a population of 88,082, Reading is a must-see destination in Pennsylvania, 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 Reading has to offer.
Where to Eat in Reading
If you’re looking for affordable options, Coastal Grille (2713 N Meridian Blvd) and Cheers Bistro at the DoubleTree (701 Penn St) are great picks.
When to visit Reading
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Reading in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 19.4 °F, with an average temperature of 28.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 4.7″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Reading, with an average rainfall of 2.4″.
How to Get to Reading
Plane
Although Reading doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Allentown-Bethlehem (ABE), which is located 54 km from Reading. Allentown-Bethlehem is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, British Airways, Qatar Airways and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Reading departs from Atlanta and takes around 1h 56m.
Car
Another option to get to Reading is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 170 km from Reading. You’ll find branches of Drive Tri-State and Payless, among others, in New York.
Airlines serving Reading
Where to stay in Reading
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Candlewood Suites Reading By IHG and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Reading Wyomissing.
Where to stay in popular areas of Reading
Most booked hotels in Reading
Renting a car in Reading
Renting a car in Reading costs $54 per day, on average, or $216 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 18% cheaper than airport locations in Reading.
Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Reading (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.24 and $76.31. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Reading, while also 53% cheaper than other types, on average.
Best car rental deals in Reading
Supplier choice
5 Adults, 5 Bags
$41/day
Pickup truck
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$49/day