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

Redding travel guide

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You're Going to Love Redding

With a population of 89,861, Redding is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Redding deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Redding

If you’re looking for affordable options, Clearie's Restaurant and Lounge (1325 Eureka Way) and C.R. Gibbs American Grille (2300 Hilltop Drive) are great picks.

When to visit Redding

Redding in March
Estimated hotel price
$131
1 night at 3-star hotel
Redding in March
Estimated hotel price
$131
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Redding in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 98.6 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 44.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 6.3″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Redding, with an average rainfall of 0.1″.

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How to Get to Redding

Plane

When flying to Redding, you’ll arrive at Redding (RDD), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Redding departs from Seattle and takes around 1h 43m.

Train

The train station in Redding is called Redding, and is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Redding is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 193 miles from Redding. You’ll find branches of Turo and Europcar, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

When flying to Redding, you’ll arrive at Redding (RDD), which is located 7 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Redding departs from Seattle and takes around 1h 43m.

Train

The train station in Redding is called Redding, and is located 0.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Redding is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 193 miles from Redding. You’ll find branches of Turo and Europcar, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Redding

RDDRedding
ACVArcata Eureka

Airlines serving Redding

United Airlines
Good (8,847 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,285 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,596 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,373 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,374 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,563 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,475 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (494 reviews)
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Where to stay in Redding

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include SureStay Plus Hotel by Best Western Redding and Best Western Plus Hilltop Inn. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Redding, with prices from $66 to $477 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Redding are about 127% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Redding by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Redding

Most booked hotels in Redding

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Americana Modern Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9, 1000 reviews)
$160+
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Oxford Suites Redding
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 851 reviews)
$167+
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Travelers Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 356 reviews)
$82+
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Win-River Resort & Casino
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 536 reviews)
$153+
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Gaia Hotel & Spa Redding, Ascend Hotel Collection
3 stars
Good (7.5, 854 reviews)
$105+
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Bridge Bay at Shasta Lake
2 stars
Good (7.1, 171 reviews)
$165+
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Renting a car in Redding

Renting a car in Redding costs $58 per day, on average, or $115 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 23% cheaper than airport locations in Redding.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in Redding (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in Redding is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Redding costs $58 per day, on average, or $115 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 23% cheaper than airport locations in Redding.

Expect to pay $3.52 per gallon in Redding (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.25 and $56.33. The most frequently booked car type in Redding is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Redding

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$31/day

Economy

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$34/day

Intermediate
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