Temecula travel guide
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You're Going to Love Temecula
With a population of 100,097, Temecula is a must-see destination in California, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Temecula deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Activities & attractions in Temecula
Food, Drinks, & Nightlife
Tours
Activities
Where to Eat in Temecula
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon (42072 5th Street, 3rd Floor) and The Restaurant at Ponte (35053 Rancho California Rd) are great picks.
When to visit Temecula
How to Get to Temecula
Plane
Although Temecula doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to John Wayne Airport, OC (SNA), which is located 70 km from Temecula. San Diego Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Temecula departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 13m.
Car
Another option to get to Temecula is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 124 km from Temecula. You’ll find branches of Ace and Economy Rent a Car, among others, in Los Angeles.
Airlines serving Temecula
Where to stay in Temecula
Average rates range from around $368 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $235 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Temecula By IHG and Best Western Country Inn. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Temecula, with prices from $72 to $2,142 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Temecula are about 50% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Temecula
Most booked hotels in Temecula
Renting a car in Temecula
Renting a car in Temecula costs $52 per day, on average, or $105 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 18% more expensive than at Los Angeles.
Expect to pay $4.81 per gallon in Temecula (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $57.69 and $76.92. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Temecula, while also 56% cheaper than other types, on average.
Best car rental deals in Temecula
Supplier choice
5 Adults, 5 Bags
$28/day
Standard
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$33/day