Red Deer travel guide
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You're Going to Love Red Deer
With a population of 73,593, Red Deer is a must-see destination in Alberta, Canada. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Red Deer deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Red Deer
If you’re looking for affordable options, Earls Kitchen + Bar - Red Deer (2111 Gaetz Avenue) and ABC Country (2085 Gaetz Ave) are great picks.
When to visit Red Deer
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Red Deer in July, when the average temperature is 17 °C, and the highest can go up to 23 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -16 °C, with an average temperature of -10 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 97 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Red Deer, with an average rainfall of 13 mm.
How to Get to Red Deer
Plane
When flying to Red Deer, you’ll arrive at Red Deer (YQF), which is located 7 miles from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to Red Deer is to pick up a car hire from Calgary, which is about 85 miles from Red Deer. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Budget, among others, in Calgary.
Airlines serving Red Deer
Where to stay in Red Deer
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn & Suites and Prairie Crest Red Deer by IHG.
Where to stay in popular areas of Red Deer
Most booked hotels in Red Deer
Hiring a car in Red Deer
Expect to pay $2.48 per litre in Red Deer (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $29.72 and $39.62. The most frequently booked car type in Red Deer is Intermediate (Ford Escape or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Jeep Compass or similar) is, on average, 61% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.