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Manteca
Spend a half‑day in Manteca to see the murals and museum; stay only if you need a base for nearby parks.
Manteca is a small Central Valley city with a mural trail, a local museum, and easy access to farms and parks. It fits into a day‑trip from the Bay Area or Sacramento, with optional overnight if you plan a Yosemite excursion.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Mar–May, Sep–Oct
- avoid Jun–Aug (high heat)
- Airports
- MOD · SCK
- Nights
- 0–1
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Manteca911 ▾
- Police / Fire / Ambulance911
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Manteca, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyManteca is typical of Central Valley towns; crime is low in tourist areas, but keep valuables out of sight in cars.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police / fire / ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMOD Modesto City–County Airport (SkyWest service to San Francisco; ~30 km (19 mi) north).MOD Modesto City–County Airport (SkyWest service to San Francisco; ~19 mi (30 km) north).
- Getting aroundCar is fastest; ACE commuter train runs Mon‑Fri weekdays between Stockton, Manteca and San Jose.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee (café)$2–$4
- Street or quick mealPizza slice$3–$5
- BeerBeer (draft, bar)$4–$6
- Museum or sight ticketManteca Museum entry$5–$10
- Budget bedBudget hotel or motel, a night, per personUS$3,500
- Mid-range bedMid‑range hotel double room, a night, per roomUS$15,000
- High-end bedMid‑range hotel double room, a night, per roomUS$35,000
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$50 · Mid US$80 · High US$130
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MOD Modesto City–County Airport (SkyWest service to San Francisco; ~30 km (19 mi) north) · SCK Stockton Metropolitan Airport (Allegiant service from Las Vegas; ~25 km (16 mi) east)MOD Modesto City–County Airport (SkyWest service to San Francisco; ~19 mi (30 km) north) · SCK Stockton Metropolitan Airport (Allegiant service from Las Vegas; ~16 mi (25 km) east)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
55°C (131°F)131°F (55°C)
Feb
not flagged
60°C (140°F)140°F (60°C)
Mar
Best
66°C (151°F)151°F (66°C)
Apr
Best
71°C (160°F)160°F (71°C)
May
Best
78°C (172°F)172°F (78°C)
Jun
Avoid
86°C (187°F)187°F (86°C)
Jul
Avoid
93°C (199°F)199°F (93°C)
Aug
Avoid
92°C (198°F)198°F (92°C)
Sep
Best
86°C (187°F)187°F (86°C)
Oct
Best
77°C (171°F)171°F (77°C)
Nov
not flagged
65°C (149°F)149°F (65°C)
Dec
not flagged
55°C (131°F)131°F (55°C)
Best: Mar–May, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jun–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (93°C (199°F)199°F (93°C)), coolest Jan (38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C) low), wettest Jan (5 rain days), driest Jul (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Manteca: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
55°C (131°F)131°F (55°C)
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
5 rd
Feb
60°C (140°F)140°F (60°C)
41°C (106°F)106°F (41°C)
5 rd
Mar
66°C (151°F)151°F (66°C)
45°C (113°F)113°F (45°C)
5 rd
Apr
71°C (160°F)160°F (71°C)
50°C (122°F)122°F (50°C)
4 rd
May
78°C (172°F)172°F (78°C)
56°C (133°F)133°F (56°C)
3 rd
Jun
86°C (187°F)187°F (86°C)
62°C (144°F)144°F (62°C)
2 rd
Jul
93°C (199°F)199°F (93°C)
68°C (154°F)154°F (68°C)
1 rd
Aug
92°C (198°F)198°F (92°C)
68°C (154°F)154°F (68°C)
1 rd
Sep
86°C (187°F)187°F (86°C)
62°C (144°F)144°F (62°C)
2 rd
Oct
77°C (171°F)171°F (77°C)
53°C (127°F)127°F (53°C)
4 rd
Nov
65°C (149°F)149°F (65°C)
44°C (111°F)111°F (44°C)
5 rd
Dec
55°C (131°F)131°F (55°C)
38°C (100°F)100°F (38°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car is fastest; ACE commuter train runs Mon‑Fri weekdays between Stockton, Manteca and San Jose. Downtown is walkable for murals.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Yosemite National Park
overnightDoor to door: ≈2 h each way
Drive east on Hwy 120, about 2 h; consider overnight if hiking
Long drive; best as a base elsewhere
Caswell State Park
goDoor to door: ≈45 min round
Drive north on Hwy 120, ~30 min
Fishing and easy trails
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Best Western Executive Inn & Suites
Near downtown, convenient for museum and murals
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites
Close to Highway 99, good for car‑based trips
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Lathrop
In neighboring Lathrop, 5 km (3.1 mi) westIn neighboring Lathrop, 3.1 mi (5 km) west
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $50–$80 excl. bed
- Mid
- $80–$130 excl. bed
- High
- $130+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Budget hotel or motel2 × 3 nights × US$4,500 | US$27,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 3 days × US$80 | US$480 |
| Trip total≈ US$4,580 per person per day, bed included | US$27,480 |
Typical rates for a basic room; includes tax
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee (café) | $2–$4 |
| Pizza slice | $3–$5 |
| Beer (draft, bar) | $4–$6 |
| Manteca Museum entry | $5–$10 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- ACE train does not run weekends; plan alternative transport.
- Summer temperatures often reach 90‑100 °F; stay hydrated.
Emergency numbers
- Police / Fire / Ambulance
- 911
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Emergency
- Police / Fire / Ambulance911
Embassy
US consulate in San Jose (check address).
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Modesto → Manteca (car): ≈ $15–$20 for 30 km (19 mi) drive (check gas price)≈ $15–$20 for 19 mi (30 km) drive (check gas price)
- ACE train Manteca ↔ Stockton: ≈ $25 round‑trip (check schedule)
Say or show
- Disculpe — Excuse me / Sorry (dis‑koo‑lpe)
- Gracias — Thank you (gra‑see‑as)
- ¿Cuánto cuesta? — How much is it? (kwan‑to kwes‑ta)
- ¿Dónde está el baño? — Where is the restroom? (don‑de es‑ta el ba‑nyo)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Manteca. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Mar–May, Sep–Oct · avoid Jun–Aug (high heat) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a car‑rental recommendation for visitors arriving by train or plane.
- Link to nearby Lathrop station page for ACE schedule details.
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