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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, Village Tavern Alpharetta (11555 Rainwater Dr.) and Made Kitchen & Cocktails (45 Roswell St) are great picks.

When to visit Alpharetta

Alpharetta in December
Estimated hotel price
$121
1 night at 3-star hotel
Alpharetta in December
Estimated hotel price
$121
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 Detroit and takes around 2h.

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 Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Alpharetta, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Nashville, the bus ride to Alpharetta takes 426 km and will cost you around $70. From Gainesville, the ticket costs about $109 for a journey of 507 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 Detroit and takes around 2h.

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 Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Alpharetta, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Nashville, the bus ride to Alpharetta takes 426 km and will cost you around $70. From Gainesville, the ticket costs about $109 for a journey of 507 km.

Airports near Alpharetta

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

Airlines serving Alpharetta

Lufthansa
Good (7,203 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,372 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,128 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,656 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,955 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,901 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,834 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,856 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,466 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (813 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,284 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,602 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,423 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,717 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,099 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (350 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,391 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,222 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,917 reviews)
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Where to stay in Alpharetta

There are also lots of vacation rental options in Alpharetta, with prices from $74 to $227 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Alpharetta are about 59% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

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 (8.8, 299 reviews)
$227+
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Even Hotel Alpharetta - Avalon Area
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 712 reviews)
$113+
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Atlanta Marriott Alpharetta
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, 520 reviews)
$135+
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Hyatt Place Atlanta / Alpharetta / Windward Parkway
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 553 reviews)
$104+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Atlanta Alpharetta
2 stars
Good (7.6, 1287 reviews)
$92+
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DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Atlanta - Roswell
4 stars
Good (7.6, 304 reviews)
$132+
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Renting a car in Alpharetta

Renting a car in Alpharetta costs $66 per day, on average, or $199 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

Expect to pay $3.48 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 $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Alpharetta is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Ford Escape or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Alpharetta costs $66 per day, on average, or $199 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 23% more expensive than at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

Expect to pay $3.48 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 $41.79 and $55.72. The most frequently booked car type in Alpharetta is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Ford Escape or similar) are, on average, 65% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Alpharetta

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$37/day

Intermediate

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$38/day

Full-size
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