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

Lake City travel guide

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You're Going to Love Lake City

With a population of 12,046, Lake City is a must-see destination in Florida, United States.

When to visit Lake City

Lake City in July
Estimated hotel price
€85
1 night at 3-star hotel
Lake City in July
Estimated hotel price
€85
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Lake City in June, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 32 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 6 °C, with an average temperature of 12 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 190 mm. In contrast, November is usually the driest month of the year in Lake City, with an average rainfall of 50 mm.

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How to Get to Lake City

Plane

Although Lake City doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gainesville Regional (GNV), which is located 41 miles from Lake City.

Car

Another option to get to Lake City is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 137 miles from Lake City. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Alamo, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Lake City’s bus station is located 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Lake City doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Gainesville Regional (GNV), which is located 41 miles from Lake City.

Car

Another option to get to Lake City is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 137 miles from Lake City. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Alamo, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Lake City’s bus station is located 0.2 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Lake City

JAXJacksonville
GNVGainesville Regional
VLDValdosta

Airlines serving Lake City

KLM
Good (1,478 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,869 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,820 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,326 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,279 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,903 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,155 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,553 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,479 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,542 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,722 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,732 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,840 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,374 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (395 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,429 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,178 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,484 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,112 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,904 reviews)
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Where to stay in Lake City

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lake City and Palms Garden Inn.

Where to stay in popular areas of Lake City

Most booked hotels in Lake City

Comfort Suites Lake City
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
€99+
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Best Western Plus Lake City
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
€82+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lake City
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
€98+
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Americas Best Value Inn - Lake City
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
€60+
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Super 8 by Wyndham Lake City
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
€48+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Lake City I-75
2 stars
Good (7.2, Good reviews)
€52+
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Hiring a car in Lake City

Expect to pay €0.94 per litre in Lake City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €11.19 and €14.91. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lake City, while also 35% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay €0.94 per litre in Lake City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between €11.19 and €14.91. Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Lake City, while also 35% cheaper than other types, on average.