Somerset travel guide
Somerset Tourism | Somerset Guide
You're Going to Love Somerset
With a population of 11,196, Somerset is a must-see destination in Kentucky, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Somerset deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Somerset
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Somerset in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 24.8 °F, with an average temperature of 33.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in May, when precipitation is around 4.9″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Somerset, with an average rainfall of 2.9″.
How to Get to Somerset
Plane
Although Somerset doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Lexington Blue Grass (LEX), which is located 105 km from Somerset. Louisville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Delta, WestJet and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Somerset departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 2h 20m.
Car
Another option to get to Somerset is to pick up a car rental from Nashville, which is about 220 km from Somerset. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Nashville.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Somerset, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Tornado Bus. From New York, the bus ride to Somerset takes 2229 km and will cost you around $129. From West Pensacola, the ticket costs about $320 for a journey of 3339 km.
Airlines serving Somerset
Where to stay in Somerset
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Quality Inn & Suites Somerset and Super 8 by Wyndham Somerset.
Where to stay in popular areas of Somerset
Most booked hotels in Somerset
Renting a car in Somerset
Renting a car in Somerset costs $85 per day, on average, or $170 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 12% more expensive than at Lexington Blue Grass.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Somerset (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. The most frequently booked car type in Somerset is Economy (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Toyota Corolla or similar) are, on average, 21% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.