Simi Valley travel guide

Simi Valley Tourism | Simi Valley Guide

You're Going to Love Simi Valley

With a population of 124,237, Simi Valley is a must-see destination in California, United States. Simi Valley deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Simi Valley

If you’re looking for affordable options, Sutter's Mill (3885 Cochran St.) and Sushi Tanaka (3977 Cochran St Ste D) are great picks.

When to visit Simi Valley

Simi Valley in January
Estimated hotel price
$145
1 night at 3-star hotel
Simi Valley in January
Estimated hotel price
$145
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Simi Valley in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 41 °F, with an average temperature of 53.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in January, when precipitation is around 4.3″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Simi Valley, with an average rainfall of 0″.

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How to Get to Simi Valley

Plane

Although Simi Valley doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bob Hope Airport (BUR), which is located 25 miles from Simi Valley. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Simi Valley departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 15m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Simi Valley. The train journey from Simi Valley to Fullerton takes 0h 39m and costs around $14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Anaheim, expect to pay about $16 for a 0h 47m trip. The train station in Simi Valley is called Simi Valley, and is located 5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Simi Valley is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 31 miles from Simi Valley. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Simi Valley, including LuxXpress, FlixBus and Amtrak. From Santa Barbara, the bus ride to Simi Valley takes 120 miles and will cost you around $33. From Bakersfield, the ticket costs about $36 for a journey of 125 miles.

Plane

Although Simi Valley doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Bob Hope Airport (BUR), which is located 25 miles from Simi Valley. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Simi Valley departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 15m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Simi Valley. The train journey from Simi Valley to Fullerton takes 0h 39m and costs around $14 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Anaheim, expect to pay about $16 for a 0h 47m trip. The train station in Simi Valley is called Simi Valley, and is located 5 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Simi Valley is to pick up a car rental from Los Angeles, which is about 31 miles from Simi Valley. You’ll find branches of Kyte and Sixt, among others, in Los Angeles.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Simi Valley, including LuxXpress, FlixBus and Amtrak. From Santa Barbara, the bus ride to Simi Valley takes 120 miles and will cost you around $33. From Bakersfield, the ticket costs about $36 for a journey of 125 miles.

Airlines serving Simi Valley

Lufthansa
Good (4,678 reviews)
KLM
Good (845 reviews)
SWISS
Good (950 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,622 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,257 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,582 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (488 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,601 reviews)
Air France
Good (979 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (2,109 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,434 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,983 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,996 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (856 reviews)
LOT
Good (677 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (812 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (934 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,169 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (837 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Simi Valley

Most booked hotels in Simi Valley

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Moorpark Ventura County
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 140 reviews)
$158+
Best Western Posada Royale Hotel & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1167 reviews)
$173+
Courtyard by Marriott Ventura Simi Valley
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 102 reviews)
$178+
Holiday Inn Express Simi Valley
2 stars
Good (7.9, 277 reviews)
$168+
Grand Vista Hotel
3 stars
Good (7.6, 1257 reviews)
$111+
Extended Stay America Suites - Los Angeles - Simi Valley
2 stars
Good (7.6, 206 reviews)
$154+

Renting a car in Simi Valley

Renting a car in Simi Valley costs $54 per day, on average, or $107 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 Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Simi Valley (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. Compact (Chevrolet Trax or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Simi Valley, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Simi Valley costs $54 per day, on average, or $107 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 Los Angeles.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Simi Valley (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. Compact (Chevrolet Trax or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Simi Valley, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.