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

Toluca travel guide

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You're Going to Love Toluca

With a population of 505,881, Toluca is a must-see destination in Mexico State, Mexico. 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 Toluca has to offer.

Where to Eat in Toluca

If you’re looking for affordable options, Cambalache - Toluca (Av Baja Velocidad Km. 5.2) and La Escondida (Km 38.5, Carr Toluca - México) are great picks.

When to visit Toluca

Toluca in February
Estimated hotel price
$60
1 night at 3-star hotel
Toluca in February
Estimated hotel price
$60
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Toluca in May, when the average temperature is 60.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 75.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 33.8 °F, with an average temperature of 50 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 6.1″. In contrast, December is usually the driest month of the year in Toluca, with an average rainfall of 0.3″.

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How to Get to Toluca

Plane

When flying to Toluca, you’ll arrive at Mexico City Toluca Intl (TLC), which is located 11 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Toluca from the United States departs from San Antonio and takes around 2h 04m.

Car

Another option to get to Toluca is to pick up a car rental from Mexico City, which is about 54 km from Toluca. You’ll find branches of Enterprise Rent-A-Car and NU Car, among others, in Mexico City.

Plane

When flying to Toluca, you’ll arrive at Mexico City Toluca Intl (TLC), which is located 11 km from the city center. The shortest flight to Toluca from the United States departs from San Antonio and takes around 2h 04m.

Car

Another option to get to Toluca is to pick up a car rental from Mexico City, which is about 54 km from Toluca. You’ll find branches of Enterprise Rent-A-Car and NU Car, among others, in Mexico City.

Airports near Toluca

MEXMexico City Benito Juarez
NLUMexico City Felipe Ángeles Intl
QROSantiago de Querétaro

Airlines serving Toluca

Lufthansa
Good (8,225 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,571 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,202 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,062 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,480 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,559 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,248 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,645 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,731 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,655 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,168 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,978 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,580 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,467 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,429 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,380 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,556 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,988 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,464 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Toluca

Most booked hotels in Toluca

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Quinta Del Rey Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (9.1, 558 reviews)
$132+
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Radisson Hotel & Convention Center Toluca
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1041 reviews)
$77+
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Toluca
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1498 reviews)
$53+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Toluca
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1402 reviews)
$54+
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Courtyard by Marriott Toluca Airport
3 stars
Good (7.9, 199 reviews)
$99+
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Best Western Plus Gran Marques
3 stars
Good (7.1, 163 reviews)
$59+
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Renting a car in Toluca

Renting a car in Toluca costs $29 per day, on average, or $86 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, 7% more expensive than at Mexico City Benito Juarez.

Expect to pay $6.32 per gallon in Toluca (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $75.86 and $101.15. The most frequently booked car type in Toluca is Compact (Chevrolet Aveo Sedan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Beat or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Toluca costs $29 per day, on average, or $86 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, 7% more expensive than at Mexico City Benito Juarez.

Expect to pay $6.32 per gallon in Toluca (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $75.86 and $101.15. The most frequently booked car type in Toluca is Compact (Chevrolet Aveo Sedan or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Beat or similar) are, on average, 66% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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