Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Lake City travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lake City

With a population of 12 046, Lake City is a must-see destination in Florida, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Lake City to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Lake City

Lake City in July
Estimated hotel price
$172
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lake City in July
Estimated hotel price
$172
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lake City in June, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 190 mm. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Lake City, with an average rainfall of 50 mm.

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How to Get to Lake City

Plane

Although Lake City doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gainesville Regional (GNV), which is located 66 km from Lake City.

Car

Another option to get to Lake City is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 220 km from Lake City. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Hertz, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Lake City’s bus station is located 0.4 km from the city centre.

Plane

Although Lake City doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gainesville Regional (GNV), which is located 66 km from Lake City.

Car

Another option to get to Lake City is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 220 km from Lake City. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Hertz, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Lake City’s bus station is located 0.4 km from the city centre.

Airports near Lake City

JAXJacksonville
GNVGainesville Regional
VLDValdosta

Airlines serving Lake City

KLM
Good (1,405 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,544 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,001 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,494 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,040 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,006 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,996 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,400 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,659 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,397 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,285 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,556 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,234 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,391 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (369 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,044 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,906 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,117 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lake City

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lake City and Tru by Hilton Lake City.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lake City

Hiring a car in Lake City

Expect to pay $1.58 per litre in Lake City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.90 and $25.20. Compact (Nissan Versa Note or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lake City, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.58 per litre in Lake City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.90 and $25.20. Compact (Nissan Versa Note or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lake City, while also 64% cheaper than other types, on average.

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