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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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 5 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 March
Estimated hotel price
$111
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stockton in March
Estimated hotel price
$111
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 5 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Stockton departs from Los Angeles and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Located 0.6 miles from the city center, Stockton Robert J. Cabral Station is the busiest station in Stockton. Another popular train station is Stockton, located 0.9 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Stockton is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 62 miles from Stockton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in San Francisco.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Stockton Martin Luther King Blvd, located 1.7 miles from downtown Stockton. Stockton 421 E Weber Ave is also a commonly used station, and is 0.3 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Stockton, you’ll arrive at Stockton (SCK), which is located 5 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Stockton departs from Los Angeles and takes around 1h 20m.

Train

Located 0.6 miles from the city center, Stockton Robert J. Cabral Station is the busiest station in Stockton. Another popular train station is Stockton, located 0.9 miles from the center.

Car

Another option to get to Stockton is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 62 miles from Stockton. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in San Francisco.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Stockton Martin Luther King Blvd, located 1.7 miles from downtown Stockton. Stockton 421 E Weber Ave is also a commonly used station, and is 0.3 miles from the city center.

Airports near Stockton

SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose
SMFSacramento Intl

Airlines serving Stockton

KLM
Good (1,406 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,541 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,992 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,485 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,031 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,776 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,001 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,999 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,482 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,394 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,659 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (862 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,372 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,545 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,283 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,135 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,210 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,043 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,388 reviews)
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Where to stay in Stockton

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast 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 (8.4, 495 reviews)
$167+
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University Plaza Waterfront Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8, 1519 reviews)
$107+
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Studio 6 Suites Stockton. Ca Waterfront
2 stars
Good (7.9, 866 reviews)
$80+
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Best Western Plus Heritage Inn
3 stars
Good (7.2, 2356 reviews)
$79+
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La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Stockton
3 stars
Good (6, 2193 reviews)
$89+
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Budget Inn and Suites
2 stars
Mediocre (3.1, 1152 reviews)
$52+
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Renting a car in Stockton

Renting a car in Stockton costs $54 per day, on average, or $271 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 25% cheaper than airport locations in Stockton.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Stockton is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Stockton costs $54 per day, on average, or $271 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 25% cheaper than airport locations in Stockton.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Stockton is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Rio or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Stockton

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