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 November
Estimated hotel price
$131
1 night at 3-star hotel
Redding in November
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 41m.

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 Movly, 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 41m.

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 Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Redding

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ACVArcata Eureka

Airlines serving Redding

United Airlines
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Emirates
Excellent (3,334 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,624 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,882 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,435 reviews)
Hawaiian Airlines
Good (2,723 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,531 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (505 reviews)
Breeze Airways
Excellent (205 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 Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Redding. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Redding, with prices from $70 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 135% 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, 1039 reviews)
$118+
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Oxford Suites Redding
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 876 reviews)
$143+
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Travelers Motel
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 355 reviews)
$82+
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Win-River Resort & Casino
3 stars
Excellent (8, 554 reviews)
$120+
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Gaia Hotel and Spa Redding Ascend Hotel Collection
3 stars
Good (7.7, 883 reviews)
$93+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Redding
2 stars
Good (7.2, 1409 reviews)
$73+
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Renting a car in Redding

Renting a car in Redding costs $61 per day, on average, or $121 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 29% 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 Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (Buick Enclave or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Redding costs $61 per day, on average, or $121 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 29% 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 Standard (Ford Edge or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (Buick Enclave or similar) are, on average, 56% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Redding

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$29/day

Compact

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$31/day

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