Dahlonega travel guide

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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. Consider staying at least one whole day in Dahlonega to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Dahlonega

If you’re looking for affordable options, Le Vigne at Montaluce Winery (501 Hightower Church Road) and The Bistro at Frogtown Cellars (700 Ridge Point Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Dahlonega

Dahlonega in January
Estimated hotel price
$140
1 night at 3-star hotel
Dahlonega in January
Estimated hotel price
$140
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 Air France, Aeromexico, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Dahlonega departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 56m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Dahlonega. The train journey from Dahlonega to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $38 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $29 for a 4h 36m 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 Amtrak. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Dahlonega takes 170 miles and will cost you around $36. From Montgomery, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 180 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 Air France, Aeromexico, Delta and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Dahlonega departs from Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 56m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Dahlonega. The train journey from Dahlonega to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $38 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $29 for a 4h 36m 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 Amtrak. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Dahlonega takes 170 miles and will cost you around $36. From Montgomery, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 180 miles.

Airlines serving Dahlonega

Lufthansa
Good (7,031 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,332 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,581 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,398 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,780 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,895 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,641 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,884 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,469 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (785 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,303 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,698 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,670 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (343 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,284 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,687 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,322 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,088 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,859 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,184 reviews)
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Where to stay in Dahlonega

Average rates range from around $273 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $368 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Days Inn by Wyndham Dahlonega University Area and 27 on Park Boutique Hotel & Venue. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Dahlonega, with prices from $86 to $208 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Dahlonega are about 121% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Dahlonega

Most booked hotels in Dahlonega

Dahlonega Resort and Vineyard
3 stars
Excellent (9.2, 300 reviews)
$147+
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Dahlonega - University Area
2 stars
Excellent (9.2, 230 reviews)
$149+
Comfort Inn and Suites Dahlonega University Area
2 stars
Excellent (8.8, 314 reviews)
$119+
Forrest Hills Mountain Resort
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 660 reviews)
$120+
Quality Inn Dahlonega Near University
2 stars
Good (7.9, 611 reviews)
$85+
Days Inn by Wyndham Dahlonega University Area
2 stars
Good (7, 604 reviews)
$86+

Renting a car in Dahlonega

Renting a car in Dahlonega costs $29 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 66% cheaper than airport locations in Dahlonega.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Dahlonega is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Dahlonega costs $29 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 66% cheaper than airport locations in Dahlonega.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Dahlonega is Supplier choice (Class Special Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Ford Focus or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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