The Redding center point is about the area of Shasta Historical Society and the area of Earl Huyck Gallery.
Redding's four distinct seasons provides plenty of opportunities for vacation or business itineraries. If winter activities are on the agenda, the Shasta Cascade area offers skiing, ice skating, and snowshoeing. The average wintertime low is 37 degrees.
Spring is an active season for water activities including rafting, boating, and canoeing, as well as hiking and biking.
June and July are the height of summer with crowds, long lines at attractions, and higher hotel rates. June and July are also two of the hottest months with temperatures. The average high temperature in Redding in July is 99 degrees.
After August, the crowds of summer visitors and kids out of school will be much quieter. With fall approaching, temperatures start to cool making the season another choice for comfortable temperatures and fewer crowds.
Overall, Redding is a sunny city with 249 days of sun and 77 days of rain with measurable precipitation. Redding does have an above average comfort index or 58 out of 100, which is good especially in the hottest months.
Red Lion Hotel is a trusted name in hotel accommodations having been in the business of taking care of each guest's comfort and convenience since 1959. Beautifully decorated rooms and views of the Sundial Bridge create a relaxing atmosphere. Business travelers have access to flexible meeting space and a business center. All guests enjoy a daily breakfast buffet, on-site dining, fitness center, and free Wi-Fi. A complimentary airport shuttle is also available. Military families can take advantage of a 30 percent discount booking online using the promo code MIL. Overall, the hotel has a 10.0/10 group booking rating and averages 17.6 percent for group discounts.
Oxford Suites Redding is the “go-to” hotel for travelers interested in competitive rates. Leisure travelers benefit from affordable prices, and senior citizens, AAA members, military, government, and business travelers benefit with more discounts. Guest suites keep you comfortable and refreshed, and the complimentary full breakfast buffet and refreshing evening reception with drinks and appetizers add to the ambiance of your stay. The pet-friendly establishment also provides an airport shuttle, fitness center, heated pool and spa, guest laundry, convenience store, and free Wi-Fi. Overall, the hotel averages 11.5 percent in discounted savings and has a group friendly rating of 10.0/10
Best Western Plus Hilltop Inn is centrally located to downtown, the Redding Convention Center, area attractions, and only 15 miles from the Redding Municipal Airport. Beautifully furnished guest rooms are stylish, spacious, and furnished with contemporary accessories. Enjoy the comfort of amenities such as blackout drapes for a good night's sleep, a coffee maker, cable TV, refrigerator, and complimentary Wi-Fi to stay connected. Stay up-to-date with a free USA Today newspaper, free breakfast buffet, access to the business center, a video library, dry cleaning, and laundry facilities. The hotel has pet-friendly rooms, fitness center, spa, heated pool, and on-site dining at C.R. Gibbs American Grille.
According to a review by a guest, a stay at Comfort Suites Redding – Shasta Lake is “Exceptional,” which says a lot about what to expect when staying at this conveniently located hotel. Not only do you have access to a spacious, comfortable, and well-equipped room, you'll also have quick access to nearby attractions including Shasta State Historic Park, WaterWorks Park, and the Cascade Theater. The all-suites hotel is pet-friendly and has a fitness center, heated pool, and guest laundry facilities. Suites feature a pillowtop mattress, refrigerator, desk, and microwave, and for added convenience, free Wi-Fi, daily newspaper, and a sumptuous hot breakfast buffet.
While there are many interesting attractions and things to do in Redding, the area is known for its beautiful landscape, hiking trails, lakes, parks, and cavern exploration.
At Lassen Volcanic National Park, it's Mother Nature at her best. The park has it all from bubbling mud and steaming fumaroles to mountain lakes and meadows filled with wildflowers. Whiskeytown National Recreation Area has crystal-clear lakes for water activities including sailing, kayaking, and canoeing, along with hiking along forest-bordered trails and scenic waterfalls.
For more outdoor viewing, visit McArthur-Burney Falls Memorial State Park with its 129-foot gushing waterfalls. Enjoy a picnic then head off to explore the five miles of trails that wind through the lush forest landscape. At Shasta-Trinity National Forest offers an array of activities including hiking, climbing, bicycling, water activities, horseback riding, and fishing. Redding was ranked by Forbes to be among the Top 10 Fishing Destinations in North America.
Go spelunking in Shasta Caverns in the Shasta National Forest or head to Whiskeytown Lake for outdoor excursions and adventure. At Turtle Bay Exploration, visit the museum, hike along the Sacramento River trails, and enjoy the beauty and the blooms at McConnell Arboretum and Botanical Gardens.
There is still more to do for adults and kids looking for a day of fun-filled entertainment. If you're looking for a relaxing game of golf, schedule tee time at Lake Shastina Golf Resort. At WaterWorks Park, everyone can cool down with the biggest water thrills in town. Take a ride on the Raging River, get blown away by the Cyclone, float along the Lazy Lagoon, slide into the cool waters and zip through the water on the Flumes. Adults can get in on the action with a roll of the dice at the Win-River Casino with slots, table games, poker, and bingo.
Redding offers a diverse selection of entertainment whether you prefer indoor activities, shows, and attractions or prefer hiking and boating excursions in the great outdoors. With seasonal temperatures perfect for travelers, year round, adding Redding as a travel destination offers plenty of adventures for business and leisure travelers for all ages.
Below are reviews of the city of Redding, CA from an actual visitor's perspective.
Wedding at Sundial Bridge!
The lights at Turtle Bay Exploration.
The Savemart Supermarket was really nice
Loved going for walk along American River. Sundial bridge. Very beautiful seeing the mountains
We did not stay in Redding
Great friends that live there.
Great friends that live there.
We did not stay in Redding
We did not stay in Redding
Close proximity to Lassen National Park, Mount Shasta, three hours to the Redwoods National Park on the coast.
My daughter and grandchild live there.
My daughter and grandchild live there.
lots of things to do shopping great places to eat.
Everything is so easy to find and get to. Love visiting Redding.
We loved the pedestrian area on Market Street and highly recommend Tarako Asian Grill for lunch or dinner. Wonderful food and wonderful people. Downtown Redding is a great area.
I enjoyed the Native American ceremony!
Whiskey Town
Love the Sacramento Riverwalk and the Sundial Bridge!
Great!
Good dog park.
Love the Sacramento Riverwalk and the Sundial Bridge!
Love the Sacramento Riverwalk and the Sundial Bridge!
Convenient.
Redding is beautiful!
Country Kitchen restaurant.
Mountains!
Staff was very nice.
I live here and love it besides the fire issue. Oxford Suites is our first choice!
Casa Ramos was the best Mexican Restaurant I've found. Excellent!
Nice!
I live in the area and my hotel stay was for medical reasons. Where we live up by Lassen is absolutely beautiful.
People are friendly and come together as a community when needed.
Excellent lakes and outdoor activities!
Convenient access to food.
I have not had time to explore Redding but the restaurant next door to Oxford Suites was very good. It's called Logan's Roadhouse.
Clean and nice.
The waterslides!
I like the sushi restaurant steps away from the hotel named Kobe Seafood and Steakhouse.
The proximity of the hotel to restaurants and other services
The Sundial Bridge is a beautiful space to go walk around.
Only visited Cattlemen's restaurant next door to hotel.
Lots to offer.
Redding is a nice town, people are friendly.
The room was clean, comfortable. The staff was friendly. Restaurants good, housekeeping staff friendly, Sun Dial cool, Glow Wildlife adventure great
The service and staff were absolutely wonderful. We liked Turtle Bay Exploration Park and the Glowing Wild event. We also found several good restaurants near the hotel.
The places we went were all perfect!
The city of Reading held Cool April Nights which was a fun event!
Kool April Nights was fun and well organized. Able to get around easily.
We liked the car show and the restaurants were very good.
Love Redding. We live here! Staying in this hotel so that our grandchildren can swim in an indoor heated pool.
Wonderful place to visit, lots going on for entertainment!
Redding is a half way point to our destination. It's a great place to stay.
I am enjoying the new restaurants in Redding.
You can breathe clean air.
Will stay again if in the area.
Just a stopover while traveling but nicely centered.
Like that it seems Redding proper is compact. Can get to where one needs to be on short time.
The Sundial Bridge and the Mozaic restaurant.
There is everything you could possibly want within a small area!
Consistently a great place! Dills Deli & Ice cream across the street is awesome too!
Came to see my granddaughter's volleyball game. Excellent food.
The Sundial Bridge, Turtle Museum and Rare Air Trampoline.
Redding has everything you need for a getaway weekend! Good food, Lake Shasta, shopping or just relaxing at Sundial Park.
Wyntour Gardens is the best nursery to visit. Never skipped a visit there when in Redding.
One of the best places to stay if visiting Lassen, Mount Shasta, the Lake, Burney Falls, etc.
The hotel was comfortable, clean and the staff were very helpful.
Love the very beautiful bridge on Sacramento Lake and the walking trail.
Clean hotel nd friendly staff.
Black Bear Diner. Great dining. Redding is such a friendly town.
Redding is a vibrant, friendly City that is a gateway to the amazing beauty of the mountains and lakes all around it. The people are so friendly and there is so much to see and do there. A truly great place to be. My husband and I loved it so much we are planning to move there!
Redding offers outdoor activities, views of mountains, parks, "A river runs through it" atmosphere.
Several very good restaurants and breweries!
Proximity to the airport.
Sundial Bridge
On the I-5, the Comfort Inn is convenient and quiet.
Good location and stores are close by.
Great view of the surrounding snow-covered mountains. Great views of Mt. Shasta!
Redding is great I love the quaintness of it and I love the beautiful views.
Neat restaurants. The Sundial Bridge over Sacramento River was very cool. Nice people.
Restaurants, all types of choices!
Jacks!!!! Best steak, potato and salad ever!
We are moving to Redding to retire. We like the affordability, all the convenient shops and restaurants, the down home friendliness and the outdoor parks and activities.
Visiting our friend who lives at Starlight Trailer Park. Redding has the friendliest people wherever we stopped: Valero Gas station attendants, Walmart employees, people we asked directions. Wish the rest of the U.S. was this kind, our country would be in a better place.
I like the Sundial Bridge.
We got everything we needed!
Convenient area to find what is needed. Close to Mt. Shasta.
Clerk was very nice.
Redding had plenty of places to eat or get coffee or shop.
Liked the hotel location!
Lots to do, beautiful places to see.
Beka (not sure of spelling) made us feel welcome and she had the room spotless for our stay. Front desk staff very professional and helpful.
It is the perfect stop when driving from Vashon Island to San Diego.
Staff was real nice!
Staff was real nice!
Staff was real nice!
Staff was real nice!
They have nice walking trails.
Bethel church, the river walk and Sundial Bridge.
Visiting family w/so much to do around town! Love all of the options!
Nice pleasant little city in the Sierra foothills. People were very nice, good food, and a couple wineries that were a surprise.