With a population of 5,003, Homer is a must-see destination in Alaska, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Homer deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
If you’re looking for affordable options, The Homestead Restaurant (55829 East Road) and Wasabi's (59217 E End Rd) are great picks.
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Homer in July, when the average temperature is 55.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 60.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 19.4 °F, with an average temperature of 24.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 3.3″. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Homer, with an average rainfall of 0.8″.
When flying to Homer, you’ll arrive at Homer (HOM), which is located 4 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Homer departs from Anchorage and takes around 50m.
Another option to get to Homer is to pick up a car rental from Anchorage, which is about 197 km from Homer. You’ll find branches of Turo and Budget, among others, in Anchorage.
Average rates range from around $249 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $207 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Aspen Suites Hotel Homer and Pioneer Inn Downtown.
Renting a car in Homer costs $90 per day, on average, or $180 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Homer (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 Homer is Compact (Toyota RAV4 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Chevrolet Bolt EUV or similar) are, on average, 21% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.