Sherman Oaks travel guide

Sherman Oaks Tourism | Sherman Oaks Guide

You're Going to Love Sherman Oaks

With a population of 52,677, Sherman Oaks is a must-see destination in California, United States. Sherman Oaks deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Sherman Oaks

If you’re looking for affordable options, Boneyard Bistro (13539 Ventura Blvd) and Pearl District - Sherman Oaks (14015 Ventura Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Sherman Oaks

Sherman Oaks in October
Estimated package price
$419
2 travelers
Flight to Sherman Oaks
3 nights at hotel
Sherman Oaks in October
Estimated package price
$419
2 travelers
Flight to Sherman Oaks
3 nights at hotel

How to Get to Sherman Oaks

Plane

When flying to Sherman Oaks, you’ll arrive at Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which is located 15 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Sherman Oaks include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Sherman Oaks departs from Oakland and takes around 1h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Sherman Oaks. The train journey from Sherman Oaks 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 Sherman Oaks is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 10 miles from Sherman Oaks. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sherman Oaks, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Santa Barbara, the bus ride to Sherman Oaks 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 Sherman Oaks, you’ll arrive at Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which is located 15 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Sherman Oaks include American Airlines, Air France and Aeromexico. The shortest domestic flight to Sherman Oaks departs from Oakland and takes around 1h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Sherman Oaks. The train journey from Sherman Oaks 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 Sherman Oaks is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 10 miles from Sherman Oaks. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

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

Airlines serving Sherman Oaks

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 Sherman Oaks

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Los Angeles/Sherman Oaks and The Sojourn Los Angeles - Sherman Oaks.

Where to stay in popular areas of Sherman Oaks

Most booked hotels in Sherman Oaks

Hampton Inn & Suites Los Angeles/Sherman Oaks
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 265 reviews)
$216+
Marina Del Rey Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1833 reviews)
$285+
Best Western Plus Carriage Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1245 reviews)
$166+
The Sojourn Los Angeles - Sherman Oaks
2 stars
Good (7.8, 574 reviews)
$131+
Courtyard by Marriott Los Angeles Sherman Oaks
3 stars
Good (7.7, 128 reviews)
$250+
Embassy Suites by Hilton Los Angeles International Airport South
3 stars
Good (7.2, 1444 reviews)
$187+

Renting a car in Sherman Oaks

Renting a car in Sherman Oaks costs $43 per day, on average, or $86 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in Sherman Oaks.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Sherman Oaks (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. Standard (Nissan Murano or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Sherman Oaks, while also 79% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Sherman Oaks costs $43 per day, on average, or $86 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 6% cheaper than airport locations in Sherman Oaks.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Sherman Oaks (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. Standard (Nissan Murano or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Sherman Oaks, while also 79% cheaper than other types, on average.