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

Sandy Springs travel guide

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You're Going to Love Sandy Springs

With a population of 93,853, Sandy Springs 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 Sandy Springs has to offer.

Where to Eat in Sandy Springs

If you’re looking for affordable options, Hammocks Trading Company (7285 Roswell Road) and Emidios Restaurant (8610 Roswell Rd. Suite 950) are great picks.

When to visit Sandy Springs

Sandy Springs in December
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel
Sandy Springs in December
Estimated hotel price
$105
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Sandy Springs

Plane

When flying to Sandy Springs, you’ll arrive at Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree (PDK), which is located 6 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Sandy Springs departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 49m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Sandy Springs. The train journey from Sandy Springs to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $32 for a 4h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Sandy Springs is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 12 miles from Sandy Springs. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sandy Springs, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Bus. From Columbus, the bus ride to Sandy Springs takes 110 miles and will cost you around $53. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $49 for a journey of 150 miles.

Plane

When flying to Sandy Springs, you’ll arrive at Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree (PDK), which is located 6 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Sandy Springs departs from Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 49m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Sandy Springs. The train journey from Sandy Springs to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $40 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about $32 for a 4h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Sandy Springs is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 12 miles from Sandy Springs. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Sandy Springs, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Bus. From Columbus, the bus ride to Sandy Springs takes 110 miles and will cost you around $53. From Birmingham, the ticket costs about $49 for a journey of 150 miles.

Airports near Sandy Springs

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

Airlines serving Sandy Springs

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,069 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Sandy Springs

Most booked hotels in Sandy Springs

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AC Hotel By Marriott Atlanta Perimeter
3 stars
Excellent (9.1, 223 reviews)
$157+
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Hyatt House Atlanta/Perimeter Center
3 stars
Excellent (9, 826 reviews)
$133+
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Hyatt Place Atlanta/Perimeter Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.8, 932 reviews)
$138+
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Aloft Atlanta Perimeter Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 136 reviews)
$128+
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Sonesta Es Suites Atlanta Perimeter Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 1083 reviews)
$111+
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Extended Stay America Select Suites - Atlanta - Perimeter - Hammond Drive
2 stars
Okay (5.9, 788 reviews)
$71+
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Renting a car in Sandy Springs

Renting a car in Sandy Springs costs $48 per day, on average, or $193 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 20% cheaper than airport locations in Sandy Springs.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Sandy Springs (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 (Nissan Sentra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Sandy Springs, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Sandy Springs costs $48 per day, on average, or $193 if you want to rent if for 4 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 20% cheaper than airport locations in Sandy Springs.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Sandy Springs (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 (Nissan Sentra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Sandy Springs, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Sandy Springs

Compact

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$46/day

Compact

Intermediate SUV

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$49/day

Intermediate SUV
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