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

Stone Mountain travel guide

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You're Going to Love Stone Mountain

With a population of 5,802, Stone Mountain 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 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Stone Mountain has to offer.

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Activities & attractions in Stone Mountain

Collectible & Antique Chair Gallery
Museums•Historical

When to visit Stone Mountain

Stone Mountain in January
Estimated hotel price
$89
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stone Mountain in January
Estimated hotel price
$89
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Stone Mountain

Plane

When flying to Stone Mountain, you’ll arrive at Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree (PDK), which is located 9 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Stone Mountain departs from Orlando and takes around 1h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Stone Mountain. The train journey from Stone Mountain to Charlotte takes 5h 48m and costs around $73 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Orleans, expect to pay about $56 for a 12h 50m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Stone Mountain is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 13 miles from Stone Mountain. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stone Mountain, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Greenville, the bus ride to Stone Mountain takes 165 miles and will cost you around $26. From Charlotte, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 195 miles.

Plane

When flying to Stone Mountain, you’ll arrive at Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree (PDK), which is located 9 miles from the city center. The shortest domestic flight to Stone Mountain departs from Orlando and takes around 1h 35m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Stone Mountain. The train journey from Stone Mountain to Charlotte takes 5h 48m and costs around $73 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Orleans, expect to pay about $56 for a 12h 50m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Stone Mountain is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 13 miles from Stone Mountain. You’ll find branches of Ace and Turo, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stone Mountain, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Greenville, the bus ride to Stone Mountain takes 165 miles and will cost you around $26. From Charlotte, the ticket costs about $70 for a journey of 195 miles.

Airports near Stone Mountain

CSGColumbus Metropolitan Area
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Airlines serving Stone Mountain

Lufthansa
Good (7,989 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,513 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,969 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,452 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,357 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,942 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,214 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,585 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (915 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,699 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,571 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,728 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,772 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,017 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,189 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,393 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (406 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,250 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,326 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,436 reviews)
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Where to stay in Stone Mountain

Average rates range from around $258 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $67 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Atlanta-Stone Mountain By IHG and Comfort Inn & Suites at Stone Mountain.

Where to stay in popular areas of Stone Mountain

Most booked hotels in Stone Mountain

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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Stone Mountain
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 998 reviews)
$90+
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Holiday Inn Express Atlanta-Stone Mountain By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 551 reviews)
$115+
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Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort
4 stars
Good (7.9, 550 reviews)
$134+
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Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta East/Stonecrest
3 stars
Good (7.8, 680 reviews)
$106+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucker/Northlake
2 stars
Good (7.6, 609 reviews)
$90+
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Courtyard by Marriott Atlanta Northlake
3 stars
Good (7.3, 515 reviews)
$114+
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Renting a car in Stone Mountain

Renting a car in Stone Mountain costs $49 per day, on average, or $146 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 36% cheaper than airport locations in Stone Mountain.

Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Stone Mountain (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. The most frequently booked car type in Stone Mountain is Compact (Kia Soul or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Forte or similar) are, on average, 24% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Stone Mountain costs $49 per day, on average, or $146 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 36% cheaper than airport locations in Stone Mountain.

Expect to pay $4.77 per gallon in Stone Mountain (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. The most frequently booked car type in Stone Mountain is Compact (Kia Soul or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Kia Forte or similar) are, on average, 24% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Best car rental deals in Stone Mountain

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$40/day

Intermediate

Full-size

5 Adults, 2 Bags

$42/day

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