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

Oak Ridge travel guide

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You're Going to Love Oak Ridge

With a population of 29,330, Oak Ridge is a must-see destination in Tennessee, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Oak Ridge to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Oak Ridge

If you’re looking for affordable options, 201 Café and Wine Bar (201 Jackson Square) and Calhoun’s Oak Ridge (100 Melton Lake Peninsula) are great picks.

When to visit Oak Ridge

Oak Ridge in December
Estimated hotel price
$202
1 night at 3-star hotel
Oak Ridge in December
Estimated hotel price
$202
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Oak Ridge in July, when the average temperature is 25 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -3 °C, with an average temperature of 2 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 140 mm. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Oak Ridge, with an average rainfall of 70 mm.

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How to Get to Oak Ridge

Plane

Although Oak Ridge doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS), which is located 21 miles from Oak Ridge.

Plane

Although Oak Ridge doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS), which is located 21 miles from Oak Ridge.

Airports near Oak Ridge

CHAChattanooga Lovell Field
TYSKnoxville McGhee Tyson

Airlines serving Oak Ridge

KLM
Good (1,477 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,860 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,807 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,313 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,147 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,547 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,456 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,542 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,720 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,733 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,830 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (393 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,093 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (971 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,020 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,481 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,505 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,136 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,916 reviews)
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Where to stay in Oak Ridge

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Knoxville West - Oak Ridge By IHG and Days Inn by Wyndham Oak Ridge Knoxville.

Where to stay in popular areas of Oak Ridge

Hiring a car in Oak Ridge

Expect to pay $1.86 per litre in Oak Ridge (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.22 and $29.63. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Oak Ridge, while also 23% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.86 per litre in Oak Ridge (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $22.22 and $29.63. Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Oak Ridge, while also 23% cheaper than other types, on average.