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 Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 54m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Macon. The train journey from Macon to Charlotte takes 5h 48m and costs around $60 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Greensboro, expect to pay about $86 for a 8h 11m trip.

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 Ace and Fox, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Macon, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Macon takes 150 miles and will cost you around $45. From Charlotte, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 195 miles. The most popular bus station is Macon-West, located 6 miles from downtown Macon. Macon Flightlink is also a commonly used station, and is 11 miles from the city center.

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 Fort Lauderdale and takes around 1h 54m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Macon. The train journey from Macon to Charlotte takes 5h 48m and costs around $60 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Greensboro, expect to pay about $86 for a 8h 11m trip.

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 Ace and Fox, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Macon, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Amtrak. From Birmingham, the bus ride to Macon takes 150 miles and will cost you around $45. From Charlotte, the ticket costs about $35 for a journey of 195 miles. The most popular bus station is Macon-West, located 6 miles from downtown Macon. Macon Flightlink is also a commonly used station, and is 11 miles from the city center.

Airports near Macon

CSGColumbus Metropolitan Area
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Airlines serving Macon

KLM
Good (1,460 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,808 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,762 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,239 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,234 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,880 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,123 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,344 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,537 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,742 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,532 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (900 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,699 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,742 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,181 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,416 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,367 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,179 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (388 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,948 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 $40 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 104% 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 (8.6, 1226 reviews)
$87+
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Hilton Garden Inn Warner Robins
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 97 reviews)
$155+
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Courtyard by Marriott Warner Robins
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 219 reviews)
$147+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Macon
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 993 reviews)
$118+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 2049 reviews)
$63+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Warner Robins
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 627 reviews)
$84+
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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, 33% more expensive than at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

Expect to pay $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09. The most frequently booked car type in Macon is Mini (Chrysler Voyager or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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, 33% more expensive than at Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson.

Expect to pay $3.26 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 $39.07 and $52.09. The most frequently booked car type in Macon is Mini (Chrysler Voyager or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Full-size rental cars (Chevrolet Malibu or similar) are, on average, 51% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Macon

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$46/day

Intermediate SUV

Luxury

5 Adults, 5 Bags

$76/day

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