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

Reading travel guide

Reading Tourism | Reading Guide

You're Going to Love Reading

With a population of 88,082, Reading is a must-see destination in Pennsylvania, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 6 days in order to fully appreciate everything Reading has to offer.

Where to Eat in Reading

If you’re looking for affordable options, DANS at Green Hills (2444 Morgantown Rd) and Coastal Grille (2713 N Meridian Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Reading

Reading in February
Estimated hotel price
$164
1 night at 3-star hotel
Reading in February
Estimated hotel price
$164
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Reading in July, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -7 °C, with an average temperature of -2 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 119 mm. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Reading, with an average rainfall of 61 mm.

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How to Get to Reading

Plane

Although Reading doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Allentown-Bethlehem (ABE), which is located 34 miles from Reading. The shortest flight to Reading from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 31h 23m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Reading, followed by Acela. The train journey from Reading to Baltimore takes 1h 09m and costs around $27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $31 for a 1h 17m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Reading is to pick up a car hire from New York, which is about 106 miles from Reading. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Sixt, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Reading, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Wilmington, the bus ride to Reading takes 50 miles and will cost you around $1,443. From New York, the ticket costs about $52 for a journey of 90 miles. The most popular bus station is Reading 518 Penn St, located 0.0 miles from the city centre of Reading. Reading Fairground Square Mall is also a commonly used station, and is 3 miles from the city centre.

Plane

Although Reading doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Allentown-Bethlehem (ABE), which is located 34 miles from Reading. The shortest flight to Reading from Australia departs from Melbourne and takes around 31h 23m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Reading, followed by Acela. The train journey from Reading to Baltimore takes 1h 09m and costs around $27 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New York, expect to pay about $31 for a 1h 17m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Reading is to pick up a car hire from New York, which is about 106 miles from Reading. You’ll find branches of Thrifty and Sixt, among others, in New York.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Reading, including Greyhound, FlixBus and Peter Pan Bus Lines. From Wilmington, the bus ride to Reading takes 50 miles and will cost you around $1,443. From New York, the ticket costs about $52 for a journey of 90 miles. The most popular bus station is Reading 518 Penn St, located 0.0 miles from the city centre of Reading. Reading Fairground Square Mall is also a commonly used station, and is 3 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Reading

ABEAllentown-Bethlehem
PHLPhiladelphia
MDTHarrisburg

Airlines serving Reading

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,245 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in Reading

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Candlewood Suites Reading and Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Reading Wyomissing.

Where to stay in popular areas of Reading

Most booked hotels in Reading

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Doubletree By Hilton Reading
4 stars
Excellent (9.3, Excellent reviews)
$271+
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SureStay Plus by Best Western Reading North
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$131+
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Holiday Inn Express And Suites Reading, An IHG Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$195+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Reading Wyomissing
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$175+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Reading Wyomissing
2 stars
Good (6.7, Good reviews)
$105+
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Hiring a car in Reading

Hiring a car in Reading costs $152 per day, on average, or $911 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 28% more expensive than at Philadelphia.

Expect to pay $1.41 per litre in Reading (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $16.87 and $22.49. Compact (Kia Soul or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Reading, while also 16% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Reading costs $152 per day, on average, or $911 if you want to hire it for 6 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 28% more expensive than at Philadelphia.

Expect to pay $1.41 per litre in Reading (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $16.87 and $22.49. Compact (Kia Soul or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Reading, while also 16% cheaper than other types, on average.

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