Parkersburg travel guide
Parkersburg Tourism | Parkersburg Guide
You're Going to Love Parkersburg
With a population of 31,492, Parkersburg is a must-see destination in West Virginia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Parkersburg deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Parkersburg
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Parkersburg in July, when the average temperature is 77 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 23 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 4.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Parkersburg, with an average rainfall of 2.7″.
How to Get to Parkersburg
Plane
When flying to Parkersburg, you’ll arrive at Parkersburg Wood County (PKB), which is located 8 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Parkersburg departs from Charlotte and takes around 19h 15m.
Car
Another option to get to Parkersburg is to pick up a car rental from Cleveland, which is about 154 miles from Parkersburg. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Cleveland.
Bus
Parkersburg’s bus station is located 4 miles from the city center.
Airlines serving Parkersburg
Where to stay in Parkersburg
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Sleep Inn & Suites Parkersburg and Hampton Inn & Suites Parkersburg Downtown.
Where to stay in popular areas of Parkersburg
Most booked hotels in Parkersburg
Renting a car in Parkersburg
Renting a car in Parkersburg costs $63 per day, on average, or $126 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Parkersburg (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. Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Parkersburg, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.