Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Alpena travel guide

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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. Alpena deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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When to visit Alpena

Alpena in March
Estimated hotel price
$102
1 night at 3-star hotel
Alpena in March
Estimated hotel price
$102
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 6 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Alpena departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 16m.

Train

The train station in Alpena is called Alpena, and is located 2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Alpena is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 189 miles from Alpena. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in Detroit.

Plane

When flying to Alpena, you’ll arrive at Alpena Phelps/Collins (APN), which is located 6 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Alpena departs from Detroit and takes around 1h 16m.

Train

The train station in Alpena is called Alpena, and is located 2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Alpena is to pick up a car rental from Detroit, which is about 189 miles from Alpena. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in Detroit.

Airports near Alpena

PLNPellston Emmet County
CIUSault Ste. Marie Chippewa County
APNAlpena Phelps/Collins

Airlines serving Alpena

Delta
Good (8,009 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,095 reviews)
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Where to stay in Alpena

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

Where to stay in popular areas of Alpena

Most booked hotels in Alpena

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alpena - Downtown By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 177 reviews)
$96+
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Big Bear Lodge
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 630 reviews)
$89+
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Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Alpena
3 stars
Excellent (9, 23 reviews)
$114+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Alpena
2 stars
Good (7.5, 512 reviews)
$62+
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Waters Edge Motel
2 stars
Poor (0, 0 reviews)
$0+
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Ramada by Wyndham Alpena Hotel & Conference Center
3 stars
Good (6.8, 1161 reviews)
$60+
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Renting a car in Alpena

Renting a car in Alpena costs $46 per day, on average, or $92 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 16% cheaper than airport locations in Alpena.

Expect to pay $3.33 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 $39.97 and $53.30.

Renting a car in Alpena costs $46 per day, on average, or $92 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 16% cheaper than airport locations in Alpena.

Expect to pay $3.33 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 $39.97 and $53.30.

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