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 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Macon departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Macon is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 77 miles from Macon. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Plane

When flying to Macon, you’ll arrive at Macon Middle Georgia Regional (MAC), which is located 4 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Macon departs from Chicago and takes around 1h 50m.

Car

Another option to get to Macon is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 77 miles from Macon. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Airports near Macon

CSGColumbus Metropolitan Area
ABYAlbany Dougherty County
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Airlines serving Macon

Lufthansa
Good (8,018 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,519 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,992 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,449 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,390 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,954 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,220 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,590 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (919 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,576 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,783 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,194 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,075 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (409 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,398 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,257 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,342 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,393 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 102% 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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Courtyard by Marriott Warner Robins
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 221 reviews)
$157+
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Wingate by Wyndham Macon I-75
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1345 reviews)
$89+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Macon
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 1041 reviews)
$108+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2276 reviews)
$61+
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Best Western Riverside Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8, 2154 reviews)
$80+
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SureStay Plus by Best Western Warner Robins AFB
2 stars
Good (7.8, 397 reviews)
$99+
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Renting a car in Macon

Renting a car in Macon costs $76 per day, on average, or $227 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, 16% more expensive than at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

Expect to pay $4.81 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 $57.69 and $76.92. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Macon, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Macon costs $76 per day, on average, or $227 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, 16% more expensive than at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

Expect to pay $4.81 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 $57.69 and $76.92. Compact (Ford Focus or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Macon, while also 57% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Macon

Standard

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$41/day

Standard

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$41/day

Economy
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