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 4 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 September
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Marietta in September
Estimated hotel price
$101
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 15 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Marietta departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Marietta. The train journey from Marietta 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 Marietta is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 16 miles from Marietta. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marietta, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Bus. From Greenville, the bus ride to Marietta takes 165 miles and will cost you around $58. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $51 for a journey of 175 miles.

Plane

When flying to Marietta, you’ll arrive at Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree (PDK), which is located 15 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Marietta departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 55m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Marietta. The train journey from Marietta 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 Marietta is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 16 miles from Marietta. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marietta, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Bus. From Greenville, the bus ride to Marietta takes 165 miles and will cost you around $58. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $51 for a journey of 175 miles.

Airports near Marietta

PDKAtlanta De Kalb/Peachtree
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
CHAChattanooga Lovell Field

Airlines serving Marietta

KLM
Good (1,410 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,570 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,009 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,515 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,044 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,784 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,015 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,010 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,407 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (868 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,444 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,289 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,575 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,058 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,135 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,281 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,400 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 (9, 1371 reviews)
$113+
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Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Kennesaw
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 190 reviews)
$128+
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Home2 Suites by Hilton Atlanta Marietta
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 377 reviews)
$109+
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Hyatt Place Atlanta Cobb Galleria
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1469 reviews)
$113+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta Kennesaw Town Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 439 reviews)
$141+
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Hyatt Regency Suites Atlanta Northwest
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1712 reviews)
$115+
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Renting a car in Marietta

Renting a car in Marietta costs $58 per day, on average, or $234 if you want to rent if for 4 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Marietta is the Hertz branch at 1551 Cobb Parkway South, which is 4 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Marietta.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Marietta is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Kona or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Marietta costs $58 per day, on average, or $234 if you want to rent if for 4 days. Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Marietta is the Hertz branch at 1551 Cobb Parkway South, which is 4 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Marietta.

Expect to pay $3.41 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 $40.88 and $54.51. The most frequently booked car type in Marietta is Intermediate (Class Intermediate SUV or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Kona or similar) are, on average, 58% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Marietta

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$41/day

Full-size

Pickup truck

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$48/day

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