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

Reading travel guide

Reading Tourism | Reading Guide

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.

When to visit Reading

Reading in December
Estimated hotel price
$172
1 night at 3-star hotel
Reading in December
Estimated hotel price
$172
1 night at 3-star hotel

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.

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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 Auckland and takes around 23h 46m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Reading, followed by Acela. The train journey from Reading to New York takes 1h 07m and costs around $19 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Washington, D.C., expect to pay about $19 for a 1h 50m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Reading, including OurBus, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Wilmington, the bus ride to Reading takes 97 km and will cost you around $1,696. From Atlantic City, the ticket costs about $849 for a journey of 129 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.

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 Auckland and takes around 23h 46m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Reading, followed by Acela. The train journey from Reading to New York takes 1h 07m and costs around $19 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Washington, D.C., expect to pay about $19 for a 1h 50m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Reading, including OurBus, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Wilmington, the bus ride to Reading takes 97 km and will cost you around $1,696. From Atlantic City, the ticket costs about $849 for a journey of 129 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.

Airports near Reading

ABEAllentown-Bethlehem
PHLPhiladelphia
MDTHarrisburg

Airlines serving Reading

KLM
Good (1,435 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,679 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,642 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,020 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,149 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,837 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,062 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,139 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,697 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,455 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,516 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,589 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (888 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,351 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,117 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,629 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,345 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,631 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (925 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,900 reviews)
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Where to stay in Reading

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Candlewood Suites Reading By IHG and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Reading Wyomissing.

Where to stay in popular areas of Reading

Hiring a car in Reading

Expect to pay $1.46 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 $17.47 and $23.29. The most frequently booked car type in Reading is Full-size (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 54% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.46 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 $17.47 and $23.29. The most frequently booked car type in Reading is Full-size (Hyundai Santa Fe or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice car hire (Class Special Car or similar) is, on average, 54% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.