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

Stockton travel guide

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You're Going to Love Stockton

With a population of 291.707, Stockton 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 4 days in order to fully appreciate everything Stockton has to offer.

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Activities & attractions in Stockton

Captain Ray's River Tours
Tours•Private Tour

Where to Eat in Stockton

If you’re looking for affordable options, Market Tavern Stockton (236 Lincoln Center) and Prime Table (357 Lincoln Center) are great picks.

When to visit Stockton

Stockton in November
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stockton in November
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Stockton in July, when the average temperature is 77 °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 37.4 °F, with an average temperature of 46.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 2.7″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Stockton, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Stockton

Plane

When flying to Stockton, you’ll arrive at Stockton (SCK), which is located 8 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Stockton departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Stockton is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 99 km from Stockton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

When flying to Stockton, you’ll arrive at Stockton (SCK), which is located 8 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Stockton departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Stockton is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 99 km from Stockton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Stockton

SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose
SMFSacramento Intl

Airlines serving Stockton

Lufthansa
Good (8,086 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,062 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,423 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,409 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,972 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,243 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,612 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,869 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (937 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,591 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,844 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,231 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,202 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,414 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,454 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (412 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,388 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,290 reviews)
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Where to stay in Stockton

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Best Western Plus Heritage Inn and Extended Stay America Suites - Stockton - March Lane.

Most popular hotel in Stockton by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Stockton

Most booked hotels in Stockton

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Hilton Stockton
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 530 reviews)
$145+
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University Plaza Waterfront Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1543 reviews)
$99+
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Studio 6 Suites Stockton. Ca Waterfront
2 stars
Excellent (8, 1073 reviews)
$87+
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Best Western Plus Heritage Inn
2 stars
Good (7.2, 2402 reviews)
$85+
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La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Stockton
3 stars
Good (6.2, 2332 reviews)
$76+
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Budget Inn and Suites
2 stars
Mediocre (3.7, 1217 reviews)
$57+
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Renting a car in Stockton

Renting a car in Stockton costs $60 per day, on average, or $242 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 22% cheaper than airport locations in Stockton.

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in Stockton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Stockton is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Jeep Compass or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Stockton costs $60 per day, on average, or $242 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 22% cheaper than airport locations in Stockton.

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in Stockton (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Stockton is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Jeep Compass or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Stockton

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5 Adults, 3 Bags

$36/day

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