Reading travel guide
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You're Going to Love Reading
With a population of 88,082, Reading is a must-see destination in Pennsylvania, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Reading to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Reading
If you’re looking for affordable options, Mimmo's Restaurant (290 Morgantown Rd) and Judy's&on Cherry (30 S 4th St) are great picks.
When to visit Reading
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Reading in July, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -7 °C, with an average temperature of -2 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 119 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Reading, with an average rainfall of 61 mm.
How to Get to Reading
Plane
Although Reading doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Allentown-Bethlehem (ABE), which is located 54 km from Reading. The shortest flight to Reading from New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 31h 37m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Reading. The train journey from Reading to New York takes 0h 51m and costs around $18 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Baltimore, expect to pay about $18 for a 1h 11m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Reading is to pick up a car hire from New York, which is about 170 km from Reading. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Budget, among others, in New York.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Reading, including Peter Pan Bus Lines, Greyhound and OurBus. From Atlantic City, the bus ride to Reading takes 137 km and will cost you around $1,448. From New York, the ticket costs about $54 for a journey of 145 km. The most popular bus station is Reading 518 Penn St, located 0.1 km from the city centre of Reading. Reading Fairground Square Mall is also a commonly used station, and is 5 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Reading
Where to stay in Reading
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Candlewood Suites Reading and SureStay Plus by Best Western Reading North.
Where to stay in popular areas of Reading
Hiring a car in Reading
Expect to pay $1.54 per litre in Reading (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.42 and $24.56. The most frequently booked car type in Reading is Economy (Ford Fiesta or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate car hire (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is, on average, 44% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.