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Kennesaw travel guide

Kennesaw Tourism | Kennesaw Guide

You're Going to Love Kennesaw

With a population of 29,783, Kennesaw 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 Kennesaw has to offer.

Where to Eat in Kennesaw

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Nest Kennesaw (2921 Cherokee St NW Suite 101) and Forks & Flavors (2920 George Busbee Pkwy NWSte 109) are great picks.

When to visit Kennesaw

Kennesaw in December
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel
Kennesaw in December
Estimated hotel price
$110
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Kennesaw

Plane

Although Kennesaw doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree (PDK), which is located 20 miles from Kennesaw. Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Kennesaw departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 49m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Kennesaw. The train journey from Kennesaw 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 Kennesaw is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 23 miles from Kennesaw. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kennesaw, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Bus. From Columbus, the bus ride to Kennesaw takes 110 miles and will cost you around $53. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $49 for a journey of 150 miles.

Plane

Although Kennesaw doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree (PDK), which is located 20 miles from Kennesaw. Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree is the most popular, with regular flights from Air Canada, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Kennesaw departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 49m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Kennesaw. The train journey from Kennesaw 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 Kennesaw is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 23 miles from Kennesaw. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Kennesaw, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Bus. From Columbus, the bus ride to Kennesaw takes 110 miles and will cost you around $53. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $49 for a journey of 150 miles.

Airports near Kennesaw

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

Airlines serving Kennesaw

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,935 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,243 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,967 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in Kennesaw

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

Where to stay in popular areas of Kennesaw

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Drury Inn & Suites Atlanta Marietta
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1256 reviews)
$132+
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Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Kennesaw
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 180 reviews)
$161+
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Tru by Hilton Atlanta NW Kennesaw
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 456 reviews)
$134+
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Sonesta Es Suites Atlanta Kennesaw Town Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 413 reviews)
$124+
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Hyatt Regency Suites Atlanta Northwest
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1653 reviews)
$128+
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Best Western Atlanta-Marietta Ballpark Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1056 reviews)
$101+
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Renting a car in Kennesaw

Renting a car in Kennesaw costs $47 per day, on average, or $141 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 23% cheaper than airport locations in Kennesaw.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Kennesaw (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. Compact (Jeep Patriot or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kennesaw, while also 68% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Kennesaw costs $47 per day, on average, or $141 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 23% cheaper than airport locations in Kennesaw.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Kennesaw (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. Compact (Jeep Patriot or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Kennesaw, while also 68% cheaper than other types, on average.

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