Waterloo travel guide
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You're Going to Love Waterloo
With a population of 68.406, Waterloo is a must-see destination in Iowa, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Waterloo to see all of its attractions.
When to visit Waterloo
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Waterloo in July, when the average temperature is 23 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -13 °C, with an average temperature of -7 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 127 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Waterloo, with an average rainfall of 20 mm.
How to Get to Waterloo
Plane
When flying to Waterloo, you’ll arrive at Waterloo (ALO), which is located 9 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Waterloo from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 12h 49m.
Car
Another option to get to Waterloo is to pick up a car hire from Minneapolis, which is about 286 km from Waterloo. You’ll find branches of Budget and Dollar, among others, in Minneapolis.
Bus
Waterloo’s bus station is located 0.8 km from the city centre.
Airlines serving Waterloo
Where to stay in Waterloo
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn & Suites Waterloo - Cedar Falls and Baymont by Wyndham Waterloo.
Where to stay in popular areas of Waterloo
Most booked hotels in Waterloo
Hiring a car in Waterloo
Expect to pay £0.83 per litre in Waterloo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £9.88 and £13.18. The most frequently booked car type in Waterloo is Full-size (Ford Transit or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 52% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.