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

Marietta travel guide

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You're Going to Love Marietta

With a population of 56,579, Marietta 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 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Marietta has to offer.

Where to Eat in Marietta

If you’re looking for affordable options, Tin Lizzy's - East Cobb (4475 Roswell Rd) and Mac's Chophouse (19 N Park Sq NE) are great picks.

When to visit Marietta

Marietta in December
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel
Marietta in December
Estimated hotel price
$100
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Marietta in July, when the average temperature is 78.8 °F, and the highest can go up to 87.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 32 °F, with an average temperature of 41 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 5.5″. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Marietta, with an average rainfall of 2.8″.

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How to Get to Marietta

Plane

When flying to Marietta, you’ll arrive at Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree (PDK), which is located 24 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Marietta departs from Tampa and takes around 1h 29m.

Car

Another option to get to Marietta is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 26 km from Marietta. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Plane

When flying to Marietta, you’ll arrive at Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree (PDK), which is located 24 km from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Marietta departs from Tampa and takes around 1h 29m.

Car

Another option to get to Marietta is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 26 km from Marietta. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Airports near Marietta

ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
CHAChattanooga Lovell Field

Airlines serving Marietta

Lufthansa
Good (8,177 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,555 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,147 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,468 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,026 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,493 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,264 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,637 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,073 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,646 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,924 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,431 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,498 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,427 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,439 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,358 reviews)
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Where to stay in Marietta

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Extended Stay America Suites - Atlanta - Marietta - Powers Ferry Rd and Econo Lodge Inn & Suites Marietta Near Dobbins Arb.

Where to stay in popular areas of Marietta

Most booked hotels in Marietta

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Drury Inn & Suites Atlanta Marietta
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 1530 reviews)
$134+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Atlanta Marietta
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 441 reviews)
$130+
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Hyatt Place Atlanta Cobb Galleria
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1562 reviews)
$112+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta Kennesaw Town Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 475 reviews)
$154+
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Spark by Hilton Atlanta Kennesaw Town Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 275 reviews)
$68+
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Best Western Atlanta-Marietta Ballpark Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1333 reviews)
$77+
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Renting a car in Marietta

Renting a car in Marietta costs $48 per day, on average, or $241 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 17% cheaper than airport locations in Marietta.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Marietta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. Compact (Nissan Sentra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Marietta, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Marietta costs $48 per day, on average, or $241 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 17% cheaper than airport locations in Marietta.

Expect to pay $4.43 per gallon in Marietta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $53.15 and $70.86. Compact (Nissan Sentra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Marietta, while also 51% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Marietta

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$35/day

Compact SUV

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$43/day

Intermediate SUV
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