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

Stone Mountain travel guide

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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

Where to Eat in Stone Mountain

If you’re looking for affordable options, Smoke Rise Country Club (4900 Chedworth Dr.) and The Commons Restaurant (4021 Lakeview Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Stone Mountain

Stone Mountain in May
Estimated hotel price
$101
1 night at 3-star hotel
Stone Mountain in May
Estimated hotel price
$101
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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 46m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Stone Mountain. The train journey from Stone Mountain 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 Stone Mountain is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 13 miles from Stone Mountain. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stone Mountain, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Charlotte, the bus ride to Stone Mountain takes 195 miles and will cost you around $70. From Knoxville, the ticket costs about $60 for a journey of 235 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 Washington, D.C. and takes around 1h 46m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Stone Mountain. The train journey from Stone Mountain 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 Stone Mountain is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 13 miles from Stone Mountain. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Ace, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Stone Mountain, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Wanda Coach. From Charlotte, the bus ride to Stone Mountain takes 195 miles and will cost you around $70. From Knoxville, the ticket costs about $60 for a journey of 235 miles.

Airports near Stone Mountain

CSGColumbus Metropolitan Area
PDKAtlanta De Kalb/Peachtree
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Airlines serving Stone Mountain

Lufthansa
Good (7,409 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,367 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,961 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,966 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,925 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,925 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,339 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,622 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,156 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,117 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,251 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,896 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (998 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
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Where to stay in Stone Mountain

Average rates range from around $150 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $189 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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Holiday Inn Express Atlanta-Stone Mountain By IHG
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 512 reviews)
$106+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Stone Mountain
2 stars
Excellent (8.6, 938 reviews)
$107+
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Hilton Garden Inn Atlanta East/Stonecrest
3 stars
Good (7.9, 655 reviews)
$82+
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Atlanta Evergreen Lakeside Resort
4 stars
Good (7.8, 415 reviews)
$135+
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Hampton Inn Atlanta/Stone Mountain
3 stars
Good (7.4, 797 reviews)
$101+
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Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tucker/Northlake
2 stars
Good (7.2, 575 reviews)
$79+
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Renting a car in Stone Mountain

Renting a car in Stone Mountain costs $47 per day, on average, or $141 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 10% cheaper than airport locations in Stone Mountain.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. Economy (Kia Forte or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Stone Mountain, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Stone Mountain costs $47 per day, on average, or $141 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 10% cheaper than airport locations in Stone Mountain.

Expect to pay $3.56 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 $42.70 and $56.93. Economy (Kia Forte or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Stone Mountain, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Stone Mountain

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$40/day

Economy

Compact SUV

4 Adults, 2 Bags

$44/day

Compact SUV
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