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. The shortest domestic flight to Macon departs from Orlando and takes around 1h 30m.

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.

Plane

When flying to Macon, you’ll arrive at Macon Middle Georgia Regional (MAC), which is located 6 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Macon departs from Orlando and takes around 1h 30m.

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.

Airports near Macon

CSGColumbus Metropolitan Area
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Airlines serving Macon

Lufthansa
Good (8,215 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,565 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,188 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,481 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,052 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,518 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,257 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,647 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,734 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,656 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,116 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,963 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,213 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,526 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,513 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,430 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,456 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (432 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,585 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 Best Western Inn & Suites of Macon. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Macon, with prices from $34 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 99% 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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Wingate by Wyndham Macon I-75
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1407 reviews)
$84+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Macon
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1058 reviews)
$112+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2297 reviews)
$59+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Warner Robins
3 stars
Good (7.9, 673 reviews)
$101+
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SureStay Plus by Best Western Warner Robins AFB
2 stars
Good (7.8, 405 reviews)
$93+
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Red Roof Inn & Suites Macon
2 stars
Good (7.6, 1568 reviews)
$63+
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Renting a car in Macon

Renting a car in Macon costs $73 per day, on average, or $218 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, 29% more expensive than at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

Expect to pay $4.35 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 $52.24 and $69.65. The most frequently booked car type in Macon is Full-size (Chevrolet Malibu or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Venue or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Macon costs $73 per day, on average, or $218 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, 29% more expensive than at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

Expect to pay $4.35 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 $52.24 and $69.65. The most frequently booked car type in Macon is Full-size (Chevrolet Malibu or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Venue or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Macon

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$35/day

Intermediate

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$38/day

Compact
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