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Sidney travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sidney

Sidney is a must-see destination in British Columbia, Canada. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Sidney deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Sidney

If you’re looking for affordable options, Riva (2537 Beacon Ave) and Atelier by Matt Jackson (9804 Fifth St) are great picks.

When to visit Sidney

Sidney in November
Estimated hotel price
$131
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sidney in November
Estimated hotel price
$131
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Sidney

Plane

When flying to Sidney, you’ll arrive at Victoria Intl (YYJ), which is located 1 mile from the city center.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Sidney, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Sidney to Everett takes 3h 09m and costs around $56 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $48 for a 4h 00m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Sidney is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 46 miles from Sidney. You’ll find branches of NextCar and Europcar, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sidney, including Amtrak, Ebus and Bus. From Seattle, the bus ride to Sidney takes 165 miles and will cost you around $110. From Kamloops, the ticket costs about $111 for a journey of 275 miles.

Plane

When flying to Sidney, you’ll arrive at Victoria Intl (YYJ), which is located 1 mile from the city center.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Sidney, followed by VIA Rail Canada. The train journey from Sidney to Everett takes 3h 09m and costs around $56 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Seattle, expect to pay about $48 for a 4h 00m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Sidney is to pick up a car rental from Vancouver, which is about 46 miles from Sidney. You’ll find branches of NextCar and Europcar, among others, in Vancouver.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sidney, including Amtrak, Ebus and Bus. From Seattle, the bus ride to Sidney takes 165 miles and will cost you around $110. From Kamloops, the ticket costs about $111 for a journey of 275 miles.

Airports near Sidney

YVRVancouver Intl
YYJVictoria Intl
YBWBedwell Harbor

Airlines serving Sidney

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 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 (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Sidney

Most booked hotels in Sidney

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Guest Suites on Benvenuto
3 stars
Excellent (9, 230 reviews)
$118+
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Rae Leigh Heights Bnb
4 stars
Excellent (9, 107 reviews)
$114+
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The Sidney Pier Hotel & Spa
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 456 reviews)
$202+
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The Latch Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 143 reviews)
$178+
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Best Western Plus Emerald Isle Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 255 reviews)
$165+
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Quality Inn Waddling Dog
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 536 reviews)
$132+
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Renting a car in Sidney

Renting a car in Sidney costs $40 per day, on average, or $81 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 13% cheaper than airport locations in Sidney.

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in Sidney (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.33 and $75.10. The most frequently booked car type in Sidney is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 32% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Sidney costs $40 per day, on average, or $81 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 13% cheaper than airport locations in Sidney.

Expect to pay $4.69 per gallon in Sidney (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $56.33 and $75.10. The most frequently booked car type in Sidney is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 32% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Sidney

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$34/day

Intermediate

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$36/day

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