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.

Where to Eat in Somerset

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Chalet (100 Chapel Dr) and Guthrie's Grill (6075 S Hwy 27) are great picks.

When to visit Somerset

Somerset in February
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel
Somerset in February
Estimated hotel price
$108
1 night at 3-star hotel

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″.

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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 65 miles from Somerset. Louisville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, WestJet, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Somerset departs from Valparaiso and takes around 1h 37m.

Car

Another option to get to Somerset is to pick up a car rental from Nashville, which is about 137 miles from Somerset. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Nashville.

Bus

FlixBus operates bus routes to Somerset. From Chicago, the bus ride to Somerset takes 710 miles and will cost you around $137. From New York, the ticket costs about $239 for a journey of 1395 miles.

Plane

Although Somerset doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Lexington Blue Grass (LEX), which is located 65 miles from Somerset. Louisville Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, WestJet, American Airlines and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Somerset departs from Valparaiso and takes around 1h 37m.

Car

Another option to get to Somerset is to pick up a car rental from Nashville, which is about 137 miles from Somerset. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Nashville.

Bus

FlixBus operates bus routes to Somerset. From Chicago, the bus ride to Somerset takes 710 miles and will cost you around $137. From New York, the ticket costs about $239 for a journey of 1395 miles.

Airlines serving Somerset

Lufthansa
Good (4,666 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,541 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,618 reviews)
Air France
Good (983 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,584 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,962 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,120 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,467 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,863 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (229 reviews)
Finnair
Good (871 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,654 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (401 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,545 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (773 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,352 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (773 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (477 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,329 reviews)
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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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Somerset Central
2 stars
Excellent (9.2, 168 reviews)
$160+
Courtyard by Marriott Somerset
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 165 reviews)
$154+
Comfort Inn Somerset
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 300 reviews)
$126+
Quality Inn & Suites Somerset
2 stars
Good (7.2, 84 reviews)
$97+
Super 8 by Wyndham Somerset
2 stars
Good (6.7, 409 reviews)
$74+
Red Roof Inn Somerset, Ky
2 stars
Okay (5.9, 269 reviews)
$72+

Renting a car in Somerset

Renting a car in Somerset costs $79 per day, on average, or $159 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, 6% more expensive than at Lexington Blue Grass.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99.

Renting a car in Somerset costs $79 per day, on average, or $159 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, 6% more expensive than at Lexington Blue Grass.

Expect to pay $3.94 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 $47.24 and $62.99.