Alpena travel guide

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You're Going to Love Alpena

With a population of 10 483, Alpena is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Alpena to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Alpena

Alpena in February
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel
Alpena in February
Estimated hotel price
$92
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Alpena in July, when the average temperature is 68 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 12.2 °F, with an average temperature of 19.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in August, when precipitation is around 3.2″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Alpena, with an average rainfall of 1.3″.

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How to Get to Alpena

Plane

When flying to Alpena, you’ll arrive at Alpena Phelps/Collins (APN), which is located 10 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Alpena departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 04m.

Train

The train station in Alpena is called Alpena, and is located 4 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Alpena is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 304 km from Alpena. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Plane

When flying to Alpena, you’ll arrive at Alpena Phelps/Collins (APN), which is located 10 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Alpena departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 04m.

Train

The train station in Alpena is called Alpena, and is located 4 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Alpena is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 304 km from Alpena. You’ll find branches of Turo and Dollar, among others, in Detroit.

Airlines serving Alpena

Delta
Good (4,587 reviews)

Where to stay in Alpena

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown and Days Inn by Wyndham Alpena.

Where to stay in popular areas of Alpena

Most booked hotels in Alpena

Big Bear Lodge
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 441 reviews)
$93+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 105 reviews)
$169+
Days Inn by Wyndham Alpena
2 stars
Good (7.2, 257 reviews)
$105+
Waters Edge Motel
2 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$0+
Ramada by Wyndham Alpena
3 stars
Good (6.4, 578 reviews)
$88+

Renting a car in Alpena

Renting a car in Alpena costs $54 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Alpena (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. Intermediate (Chevrolet Cruze or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Alpena, while also 17% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Alpena costs $54 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Alpena (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. Intermediate (Chevrolet Cruze or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Alpena, while also 17% cheaper than other types, on average.