Alpharetta travel guide

Alpharetta Tourism | Alpharetta Guide

You're Going to Love Alpharetta

With a population of 57,551, Alpharetta is a must-see destination in Georgia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Alpharetta has to offer.

Where to Eat in Alpharetta

If you’re looking for affordable options, Village Tavern Alpharetta (11555 Rainwater Dr.) and Stone's Cuisine & Cocktails (3719 Old Alabama Rd Ste 200A) are great picks.

Most popular restaurants in Alpharetta

American
Wonderful (383 reviews)
Steakhouse
Wonderful (288 reviews)
Steakhouse
Wonderful (270 reviews)
Italian
Wonderful (268 reviews)
Southern
Wonderful (268 reviews)
$$$$
Japanese
Wonderful (198 reviews)
American
Wonderful (383 reviews)
Steakhouse
Wonderful (288 reviews)
Steakhouse
Wonderful (270 reviews)
Italian
Wonderful (268 reviews)
Southern
Wonderful (268 reviews)
$$$$
Japanese
Wonderful (198 reviews)

When to visit Alpharetta

Alpharetta in December
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel
Alpharetta in December
Estimated hotel price
$124
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Alpharetta

Plane

When flying to Alpharetta, you’ll arrive at Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree (PDK), which is located 14 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Alpharetta departs from Philadelphia and takes around 2h 02m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Alpharetta. The train journey from Alpharetta to Birmingham takes 4h 36m and costs around $26 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlotte, expect to pay about $51 for a 5h 48m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Alpharetta is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 23 miles from Alpharetta. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Kyte, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Alpharetta, including Megabus, FlixBus and Busbud. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Alpharetta takes 150 miles and will cost you around $27. From Charlotte, the ticket costs about $29 for a journey of 285 miles.

Plane

When flying to Alpharetta, you’ll arrive at Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree (PDK), which is located 14 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Alpharetta departs from Philadelphia and takes around 2h 02m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Alpharetta. The train journey from Alpharetta to Birmingham takes 4h 36m and costs around $26 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Charlotte, expect to pay about $51 for a 5h 48m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Alpharetta is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 23 miles from Alpharetta. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Kyte, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Alpharetta, including Megabus, FlixBus and Busbud. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Alpharetta takes 150 miles and will cost you around $27. From Charlotte, the ticket costs about $29 for a journey of 285 miles.

Airlines serving Alpharetta

Lufthansa
Good (4,623 reviews)
KLM
Good (850 reviews)
SWISS
Good (927 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,466 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,607 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,294 reviews)
Air France
Good (973 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,547 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (476 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,930 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,484 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,746 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (228 reviews)
Finnair
Good (877 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (832 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,161 reviews)
LOT
Good (682 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (916 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 reviews)
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Where to stay in Alpharetta

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn Alpharetta-Atlanta North and Hampton Inn & Suites Alpharetta Roswell.

Where to stay in popular areas of Alpharetta

Most booked hotels in Alpharetta

The Hotel at Avalon Autograph Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 181 reviews)
$210+
Even Hotel Alpharetta - Avalon Area, An IHG Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 683 reviews)
$128+
Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta North/Alpharetta
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 435 reviews)
$117+
Atlanta Marriott Alpharetta
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 294 reviews)
$134+
Sonesta Es Suites Atlanta Alpharetta Avalon
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 777 reviews)
$111+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Atlanta Alpharetta
2 stars
Good (7.6, 890 reviews)
$81+

Renting a car in Alpharetta

Renting a car in Alpharetta costs $51 per day, on average, or $152 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 19% cheaper than airport locations in Alpharetta.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Alpharetta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Alpharetta is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special SUV or similar) are, on average, 75% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Alpharetta costs $51 per day, on average, or $152 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 19% cheaper than airport locations in Alpharetta.

Expect to pay $3.94 per gallon in Alpharetta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $47.24 and $62.99. The most frequently booked car type in Alpharetta is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special SUV or similar) are, on average, 75% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.