Marietta travel guide
Marietta Tourism | Marietta Guide
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.
Activities & attractions in Marietta
Activities
Food, Drinks, & Nightlife
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
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″.
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 Cincinnati and takes around 1h 33m.
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 Resla, among others, in Atlanta.
Airlines serving Marietta
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
Renting a car in Marietta
Renting a car in Marietta costs $39 per day, on average, or $197 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 33% cheaper than airport locations in Marietta.
Expect to pay $4.77 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 $57.24 and $76.31. Compact (Nissan Sentra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Marietta, while also 67% cheaper than other types, on average.