Santa Clarita travel guide
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You're Going to Love Santa Clarita
With a population of 176,320, Santa Clarita is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Santa Clarita has to offer.
Where to Eat in Santa Clarita
If you’re looking for affordable options, Marston's (24011 Newhall Ranch Rd) and Olive Terrace Bar and Grill (28261 Newhall Ranch Rd) are great picks.
When to visit Santa Clarita
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Santa Clarita in July, when the average temperature is 73.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 93.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 48.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 2.4″. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Santa Clarita, with an average rainfall of 0″.
How to Get to Santa Clarita
Plane
Although Santa Clarita doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bob Hope Airport (BUR), which is located 17 miles from Santa Clarita. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Santa Clarita departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 26m.
Car
Another option to get to Santa Clarita is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 27 miles from Santa Clarita. You’ll find branches of Ace and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.
Airlines serving Santa Clarita
Where to stay in Santa Clarita
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn by Marriott Santa Clarita Valencia and Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Clarita/Valencia.
Where to stay in popular areas of Santa Clarita
Most booked hotels in Santa Clarita
Renting a car in Santa Clarita
Renting a car in Santa Clarita costs $44 per day, on average, or $132 if you want to rent if for 3 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 2% more expensive than at Los Angeles.
Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Santa Clarita (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. The most frequently booked car type in Santa Clarita is Full-size (Honda Odyssey or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Polestar 2 or similar) are, on average, 50% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.
Best car rental deals in Santa Clarita
Intermediate SUV
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$36/day
Pickup truck
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$47/day