Nevada City travel guide

Nevada City Tourism | Nevada City Guide

You're Going to Love Nevada City

With a population of 3,068, Nevada City is a must-see destination in California, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Nevada City to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Nevada City

If you’re looking for affordable options, Ol' Republic Roadhouse (18851 State Highway 20) and Friar Tuck's Restaurant & Bar (111 N Pine Street) are great picks.

When to visit Nevada City

Nevada City in February
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel
Nevada City in February
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Nevada City in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 84.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 32 °F, with an average temperature of 39.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 10.1″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Nevada City, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Nevada City

Plane

Although Nevada City doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sacramento Airport (SMF), which is located 50 miles from Nevada City. Reno Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Avianca, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Nevada City departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 34m.

Car

Another option to get to Nevada City is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 126 miles from Nevada City. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in San Francisco.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Nevada City, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Nevada City takes 505 miles and will cost you around $69. From Tucson, the ticket costs about $144 for a journey of 1195 miles.

Plane

Although Nevada City doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Sacramento Airport (SMF), which is located 50 miles from Nevada City. Reno Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Air France, Avianca, JetBlue and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Nevada City departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 34m.

Car

Another option to get to Nevada City is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 126 miles from Nevada City. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in San Francisco.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Nevada City, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Bus. From Los Angeles, the bus ride to Nevada City takes 505 miles and will cost you around $69. From Tucson, the ticket costs about $144 for a journey of 1195 miles.

Airports near Nevada City

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Airlines serving Nevada City

Lufthansa
Good (4,679 reviews)
KLM
Good (842 reviews)
SWISS
Good (952 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,649 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,243 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,575 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,597 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,108 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,422 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,991 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (6,011 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (858 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (934 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,170 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (840 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,758 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (734 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Nevada City

Most booked hotels in Nevada City

Grass Valley Courtyard Suites
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 366 reviews)
$192+
Gold Miners Inn Grass Valley Ascend Hotel Collection
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 449 reviews)
$177+
Sierra Mountain Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 393 reviews)
$149+
Holbrooke Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 189 reviews)
$153+
Best Western Gold Country Inn
2 stars
Good (6.9, 323 reviews)
$140+
Holiday Lodge
2 stars
Good (6.2, 302 reviews)
$131+

Renting a car in Nevada City

Renting a car in Nevada City costs $66 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 16% more expensive than at Sacramento Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Nevada City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38.

Renting a car in Nevada City costs $66 per day, on average.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 16% more expensive than at Sacramento Intl.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Nevada City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38.