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 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 137 miles from Somerset. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Nashville.

Bus

FlixBus operates bus routes 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 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 137 miles from Somerset. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Budget, among others, in Nashville.

Bus

FlixBus operates bus routes to Somerset.

Airlines serving Somerset

Lufthansa
Good (4,691 reviews)
KLM
Good (848 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,554 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,617 reviews)
Air France
Good (981 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,594 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,963 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,122 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,454 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,891 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (230 reviews)
Finnair
Good (871 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (5,687 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (406 reviews)
Spirit Airlines
Good (4,545 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (1,358 reviews)
Aer Lingus
Good (767 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (774 reviews)
ANA
Excellent (480 reviews)
Avianca
Good (1,325 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, 166 reviews)
$158+
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 (7.1, 85 reviews)
$92+
Super 8 by Wyndham Somerset
2 stars
Good (6.7, 413 reviews)
$74+
Red Roof Inn Somerset, Ky
2 stars
Okay (5.9, 267 reviews)
$72+

Renting a car in Somerset

Renting a car in Somerset costs $90 per day, on average, or $181 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, 15% 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.

Renting a car in Somerset costs $90 per day, on average, or $181 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, 15% 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.