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

Macon travel guide

Macon Tourism | Macon Guide

You're Going to Love Macon

With a population of 91,351, Macon 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 Macon has to offer.

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When to visit Macon

Macon in December
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel
Macon in December
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Macon in July, when the average temperature is 82.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 93.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 35.6 °F, with an average temperature of 46.4 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 5″. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Macon, with an average rainfall of 2.7″.

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How to Get to Macon

Plane

When flying to Macon, you’ll arrive at Macon Middle Georgia Regional (MAC), which is located 6 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Macon is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 124 km from Macon. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Macon-West, located 9 km from downtown Macon. Macon Flightlink is also a commonly used station, and is 18 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Macon, you’ll arrive at Macon Middle Georgia Regional (MAC), which is located 6 km from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Macon is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 124 km from Macon. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Macon-West, located 9 km from downtown Macon. Macon Flightlink is also a commonly used station, and is 18 km from the city center.

Airports near Macon

CSGColumbus Metropolitan Area
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Airlines serving Macon

KLM
Good (1,493 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,905 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,869 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,306 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,400 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,916 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,176 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,564 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,561 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,748 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,559 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,915 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,381 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (399 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,196 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,268 reviews)
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Where to stay in Macon

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon and Comfort Suites Macon Northwest. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Macon, with prices from $35 to $389 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Macon are about 109% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Macon

Most booked hotels in Macon

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Best Western Plus Executive Residency Rigby's Water World Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 358 reviews)
$153+
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Wingate by Wyndham Macon I-75
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 1345 reviews)
$89+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Warner Robins - Robins Afb
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 532 reviews)
$119+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Macon
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1039 reviews)
$113+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon West
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 988 reviews)
$84+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2274 reviews)
$67+
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Renting a car in Macon

Renting a car in Macon costs $76 per day, on average, or $228 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $4.32 per gallon in Macon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.78 and $69.05. The most frequently booked car type in Macon is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) are, on average, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Macon costs $76 per day, on average, or $228 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

Expect to pay $4.32 per gallon in Macon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $51.78 and $69.05. The most frequently booked car type in Macon is Compact (Toyota Corolla or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Intermediate rental cars (Class Intermediate SUV or similar) are, on average, 48% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Macon

Standard SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$52/day

Standard SUV

Luxury

5 Adults, 5 Bags

$80/day

Luxury
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