Utica travel guide

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You're Going to Love Utica

With a population of 62’235, Utica is a must-see destination in New York State, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Utica to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Utica

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Tailor and the Cook (94 Genesse Street) and 72 Tavern & Grill (400 Oriskany St. W.) are great picks.

When to visit Utica

Utica in January
Estimated hotel price
$131
1 night at 3-star hotel
Utica in January
Estimated hotel price
$131
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Utica in July, when the average temperature is 69.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 12.2 °F, with an average temperature of 23 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 4.3″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Utica, with an average rainfall of 2.7″.

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How to Get to Utica

Plane

When flying to Utica, you’ll arrive at Rome Griffiss Intl (RME), which is located 20 km from the city center.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Utica. The train station in Utica is called Utica, and is located 0.9 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Utica is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 280 km from Utica. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Plane

When flying to Utica, you’ll arrive at Rome Griffiss Intl (RME), which is located 20 km from the city center.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Utica. The train station in Utica is called Utica, and is located 0.9 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Utica is to pick up a car rental from New York, which is about 280 km from Utica. You’ll find branches of Ace and Kyte, among others, in New York.

Airlines serving Utica

Lufthansa
Good (4,667 reviews)
KLM
Good (858 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,489 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,603 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,303 reviews)
Air France
Good (980 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (475 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,937 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,127 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,790 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,167 reviews)
LOT
Good (683 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (916 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,571 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (713 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (1,608 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (780 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Utica

Most booked hotels in Utica

TownePlace Suites by Marriott New Hartford
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 84 reviews)
$150+
Hampton Inn And Suites New Hartford/Utica
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 134 reviews)
$181+
Home2 Suites By Hilton Utica, Ny
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 293 reviews)
$172+
Hampton Inn Rome
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 232 reviews)
$177+
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Utica
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 204 reviews)
$191+
Burrstone Inn Ascend Hotel Collection
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 697 reviews)
$138+

Renting a car in Utica

Renting a car in Utica costs $65 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Utica (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Compact (Nissan Leaf or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Utica, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Utica costs $65 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Utica (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. Compact (Nissan Leaf or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Utica, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.