Tyler travel guide
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You're Going to Love Tyler
With a population of 96,900, Tyler is a must-see destination in Texas, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Tyler deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Activities & attractions in Tyler
Where to Eat in Tyler
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Grove (3500 Old Jacksonville Hwy) and Roast Social Kitchen (1125 E 5th St) are great picks.
When to visit Tyler
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Tyler in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 93.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 46.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 5.2″. In contrast, August is usually the driest month of the year in Tyler, with an average rainfall of 2.7″.
How to Get to Tyler
Plane
When flying to Tyler, you’ll arrive at Tyler Pounds Field (TYR), which is located 6 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Tyler include American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Qatar Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Tyler departs from Orlando and takes around 4h 53m.
Train
The train station in Tyler is called Tyler, and is located 0.2 miles from the city center.
Car
Another option to get to Tyler is to pick up a car rental from Dallas, which is about 93 miles from Tyler. You’ll find branches of Easirent and Hertz, among others, in Dallas.
Airlines serving Tyler
Where to stay in Tyler
Average rates range from around $140 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $46 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tyler - University Area and Sleep Inn & Suites Tyler South.
Where to stay in popular areas of Tyler
Most booked hotels in Tyler
Renting a car in Tyler
Renting a car in Tyler costs $67 per day, on average, or $133 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 27% cheaper than airport locations in Tyler.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Tyler (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 Tyler is Compact (Nissan Rogue or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Premium rental cars (Lincoln Navigator or similar) are, on average, 57% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.
Best car rental deals in Tyler
Supplier choice
5 Adults, 5 Bags
$34/day
Intermediate
5 Adults, 3 Bags
$36/day