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
$201
1 night at 3-star hotel
Oak Ridge in December
Estimated hotel price
$201
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 34 km from Oak Ridge.

Car

Another option to get to Oak Ridge is to pick up a car hire from Atlanta, which is about 251 km from Oak Ridge. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Atlanta.

Plane

Although Oak Ridge doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Knoxville McGhee Tyson (TYS), which is located 34 km from Oak Ridge.

Car

Another option to get to Oak Ridge is to pick up a car hire from Atlanta, which is about 251 km from Oak Ridge. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Routes Car & Truck Rentals, among others, in Atlanta.

Airports near Oak Ridge

CHAChattanooga Lovell Field
TYSKnoxville McGhee Tyson

Airlines serving Oak Ridge

Lufthansa
Good (8,018 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,519 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,991 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,450 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,220 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,590 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,750 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,575 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,783 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,072 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (410 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,398 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,392 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (1,001 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,529 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,945 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (1,573 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,921 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (1,211 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 Comfort Inn Oak Ridge - Knoxville.

Where to stay in popular areas of Oak Ridge

Hiring a car in Oak Ridge

Expect to pay $2.17 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 $25.99 and $34.65. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Oak Ridge, while also 32% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $2.17 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 $25.99 and $34.65. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Oak Ridge, while also 32% cheaper than other types, on average.