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

Marquette travel guide

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With a population of 21,355, Marquette is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Marquette deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Marquette

If you’re looking for affordable options, Iron Bay Restaurant (105 E Washington St.) and The Delft Bistro (139 Washington Street) are great picks.

When to visit Marquette

Marquette in November
Estimated hotel price
$118
1 night at 3-star hotel
Marquette in November
Estimated hotel price
$118
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Marquette in July, when the average temperature is 64.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 75.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 5 °F, with an average temperature of 14 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Marquette, with an average rainfall of 1.6″.

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How to Get to Marquette

Plane

When flying to Marquette, you’ll arrive at Marquette Sawyer Intl (MQT), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Marquette include Delta, Korean Air and WestJet. The shortest domestic flight to Marquette departs from Minneapolis and takes around 1h 15m.

Bus

Marquette’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Marquette, you’ll arrive at Marquette Sawyer Intl (MQT), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Marquette include Delta, Korean Air and WestJet. The shortest domestic flight to Marquette departs from Minneapolis and takes around 1h 15m.

Bus

Marquette’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city center.

Airports near Marquette

MQTMarquette Sawyer Intl
ESCEscanaba Delta County Arpt
CMXHancock Houghton County

Airlines serving Marquette

Delta
Excellent (7,936 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,066 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,162 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,826 reviews)
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Where to stay in Marquette

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include My Place Hotel-Marquette, MI and Hampton Inn Marquette/Waterfront. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Marquette, with prices from $75 to $181 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Marquette are about 147% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Marquette by neighborhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Marquette

Most booked hotels in Marquette

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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marquette, An IHG Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 740 reviews)
$135+
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Landmark Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 405 reviews)
$136+
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Quality Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 1155 reviews)
$99+
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Days Inn by Wyndham Marquette
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 590 reviews)
$91+
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Ramada by Wyndham Marquette
3 stars
Good (7.3, 570 reviews)
$110+
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Cedar Motor Inn
2 stars
Good (7, 643 reviews)
$62+
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Renting a car in Marquette

Renting a car in Marquette costs $58 per day, on average, or $116 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 45% cheaper than airport locations in Marquette.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Marquette (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. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Marquette, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Marquette costs $58 per day, on average, or $116 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 45% cheaper than airport locations in Marquette.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Marquette (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. Compact (Hyundai Accent or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Marquette, while also 43% cheaper than other types, on average.

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