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

Alpharetta travel guide

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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, Foundation Social Eatery (55 Roswell St Suite 100) and Rumi's Kitchen - Avalon (7105 Avalon Blvd) are great picks.

When to visit Alpharetta

Alpharetta in November
Estimated hotel price
$125
1 night at 3-star hotel
Alpharetta in November
Estimated hotel price
$125
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 22 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Alpharetta departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 51m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Alpharetta. The train journey from Alpharetta to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $32 for a 4h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Alpharetta is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 37 km from Alpharetta. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Alpharetta, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Charlotte, the bus ride to Alpharetta takes 314 km and will cost you around $71. From Knoxville, the ticket costs about $68 for a journey of 378 km.

Plane

When flying to Alpharetta, you’ll arrive at Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree (PDK), which is located 22 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Alpharetta departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 51m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Alpharetta. The train journey from Alpharetta to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $32 for a 4h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Alpharetta is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 37 km from Alpharetta. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Alpharetta, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Charlotte, the bus ride to Alpharetta takes 314 km and will cost you around $71. From Knoxville, the ticket costs about $68 for a journey of 378 km.

Airports near Alpharetta

PDKAtlanta De Kalb/Peachtree
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
CHAChattanooga Lovell Field

Airlines serving Alpharetta

KLM
Good (1,430 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,626 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,574 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,094 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,812 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,094 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,679 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,051 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,438 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,505 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,522 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,331 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (879 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,095 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,606 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,336 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,412 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,448 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,146 reviews)
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Where to stay in Alpharetta

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott Atlanta Alpharetta and Extended Stay America Select Suites - Atlanta - Alpharetta - Rock Mill Rd..

Most popular hotel in Alpharetta by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Alpharetta

Most booked hotels in Alpharetta

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The Hotel at Avalon Autograph Collection
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, 312 reviews)
$190+
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Even Hotel Alpharetta - Avalon Area By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 742 reviews)
$88+
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Atlanta Marriott Alpharetta
4 stars
Excellent (8.6, 539 reviews)
$111+
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Hyatt Place Atlanta / Alpharetta / Windward Parkway
3 stars
Excellent (8, 585 reviews)
$93+
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Hyatt Place Atlanta/Alpharetta/North Point Mall
3 stars
Good (7.7, 890 reviews)
$84+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Atlanta Alpharetta
3 stars
Good (7.5, 1390 reviews)
$59+
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Renting a car in Alpharetta

Renting a car in Alpharetta costs $53 per day, on average, or $160 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 2% cheaper than airport locations in Alpharetta.

Expect to pay $3.33 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 $39.97 and $53.30. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Alpharetta, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Alpharetta costs $53 per day, on average, or $160 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 2% cheaper than airport locations in Alpharetta.

Expect to pay $3.33 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 $39.97 and $53.30. Compact (Nissan Versa or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Alpharetta, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Alpharetta

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$31/day

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Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$34/day

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