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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Stockton has to offer.
Activities & attractions in Stockton
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
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″.
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 San Diego and takes around 1h 37m.
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 Priceless, 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.
Airlines serving Stockton
Where to stay in Stockton
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include La Quinta Inn by Wyndham Stockton and Best Western Plus Heritage Inn.
Where to stay in popular areas of Stockton
Most booked hotels in Stockton
Renting a car in Stockton
Renting a car in Stockton costs $66 per day, on average, or $199 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, 10% more expensive than at San Francisco.
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 Full-size (Class Full-size SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (RAM Pickup or similar) are, on average, 21% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.
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