Rancho Palos Verdes travel guide

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You're Going to Love Rancho Palos Verdes

With a population of 41,643, Rancho Palos Verdes is a must-see destination in California, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Rancho Palos Verdes to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Rancho Palos Verdes

If you’re looking for affordable options, catalina kitchen at Terranea Resort (100 Terranea Way) and Swan Thai Rpv (31206 Palos Verdes Dr W) are great picks.

When to visit Rancho Palos Verdes

Rancho Palos Verdes in December
Estimated hotel price
$228
1 night at 3-star hotel
Rancho Palos Verdes in December
Estimated hotel price
$228
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Rancho Palos Verdes

Plane

When flying to Rancho Palos Verdes, you’ll arrive at Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which is located 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Rancho Palos Verdes include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Rancho Palos Verdes departs from Oakland and takes around 1h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Rancho Palos Verdes. The train journey from Rancho Palos Verdes to Fullerton takes 0h 39m and costs around $14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Anaheim, expect to pay about $16 for a 0h 44m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Rancho Palos Verdes is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 22 miles from Rancho Palos Verdes. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rancho Palos Verdes, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Santa Barbara, the bus ride to Rancho Palos Verdes takes 120 miles and will cost you around $65. From Bakersfield, the ticket costs about $18 for a journey of 125 miles.

Plane

When flying to Rancho Palos Verdes, you’ll arrive at Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which is located 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Rancho Palos Verdes include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Rancho Palos Verdes departs from Oakland and takes around 1h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Rancho Palos Verdes. The train journey from Rancho Palos Verdes to Fullerton takes 0h 39m and costs around $14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Anaheim, expect to pay about $16 for a 0h 44m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Rancho Palos Verdes is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 22 miles from Rancho Palos Verdes. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Rancho Palos Verdes, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Santa Barbara, the bus ride to Rancho Palos Verdes takes 120 miles and will cost you around $65. From Bakersfield, the ticket costs about $18 for a journey of 125 miles.

Airports near Rancho Palos Verdes

Airlines serving Rancho Palos Verdes

Lufthansa
Good (4,688 reviews)
KLM
Good (846 reviews)
SWISS
Good (951 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,573 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,608 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,280 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,597 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,113 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,953 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,441 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,925 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (864 reviews)
LOT
Good (681 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (923 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,175 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (815 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,711 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Rancho Palos Verdes

Most booked hotels in Rancho Palos Verdes

Terranea Resort
5 stars
Excellent (8.3, 139 reviews)
$557+
Marina Del Rey Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1833 reviews)
$285+
Crowne Plaza Los Angeles Harbor Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.6, 1282 reviews)
$173+
Travelodge By Wyndham Lax
2 stars
Good (7.1, 2822 reviews)
$105+
Americas Best Value Inn Rancho Palos Verdes
2 stars
Good (7, 143 reviews)
$99+
DoubleTree by Hilton LAX - El Segundo
4 stars
Good (6.8, 776 reviews)
$139+

Renting a car in Rancho Palos Verdes

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Rancho Palos Verdes (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.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Rancho Palos Verdes (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.