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

Dahlonega travel guide

Dahlonega Tourism | Dahlonega Guide

You're Going to Love Dahlonega

With a population of 5,242, Dahlonega is a must-see destination in Georgia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Dahlonega deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Dahlonega

If you’re looking for affordable options, Wolf Mountain Vineyards (180 Wolf Mountain Trl) and Dahlonega Resort and Vineyard (400 Blueberry Hill) are great picks.

When to visit Dahlonega

Dahlonega in January
Estimated hotel price
$147
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dahlonega in January
Estimated hotel price
$147
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Dahlonega in July, when the average temperature is 75.2 °F, and the highest can go up to 86 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 30.2 °F, with an average temperature of 41 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 6.5″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Dahlonega, with an average rainfall of 3.9″.

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How to Get to Dahlonega

Plane

Although Dahlonega doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport (ATL), which is located 66 miles from Dahlonega. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, Aeromexico, Virgin Atlantic and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Dahlonega departs from Miami and takes around 1h 52m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Dahlonega. The train journey from Dahlonega to Charlotte takes 5h 48m and costs around $73 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Greensboro, expect to pay about $88 for a 8h 11m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Dahlonega is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 58 miles from Dahlonega. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dahlonega, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Dahlonega takes 150 miles and will cost you around $22. From Knoxville, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 235 miles.

Plane

Although Dahlonega doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport (ATL), which is located 66 miles from Dahlonega. Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from Delta, Aeromexico, Virgin Atlantic and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Dahlonega departs from Miami and takes around 1h 52m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Dahlonega. The train journey from Dahlonega to Charlotte takes 5h 48m and costs around $73 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Greensboro, expect to pay about $88 for a 8h 11m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Dahlonega is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 58 miles from Dahlonega. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Dahlonega, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Dahlonega takes 150 miles and will cost you around $22. From Knoxville, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 235 miles.

Airlines serving Dahlonega

Lufthansa
Good (7,940 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,507 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,906 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,326 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,438 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,926 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,191 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,579 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,635 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,756 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,560 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,957 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,187 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,390 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,218 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,433 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,289 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dahlonega

Average rates range from around $270 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $499 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Comfort Inn and Suites Dahlonega University Area and Days Inn by Wyndham Dahlonega University Area. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Dahlonega, with prices from $63 to $237 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Dahlonega are about 135% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Dahlonega by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Dahlonega

Most booked hotels in Dahlonega

Dahlonega Resort and Vineyard
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 393 reviews)
$194+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dahlonega - University Area By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (9.1, 345 reviews)
$117+
Forrest Hills Mountain Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 730 reviews)
$157+
Comfort Inn and Suites Dahlonega University Area
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 404 reviews)
$105+
Quality Inn Dahlonega Near University
2 stars
Good (7.9, 777 reviews)
$77+
Dahlonega Mountain Inn
2 stars
Good (7.3, 1020 reviews)
$73+

Renting a car in Dahlonega

Renting a car in Dahlonega costs $53 per day, on average, or $105 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 27% cheaper than airport locations in Dahlonega.

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in Dahlonega (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dahlonega, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Dahlonega costs $53 per day, on average, or $105 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 27% cheaper than airport locations in Dahlonega.

Expect to pay $4.47 per gallon in Dahlonega (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.60 and $71.47. Compact (Hyundai Venue or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Dahlonega, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.