Macon travel guide
Macon Tourism | Macon Guide
You're Going to Love Macon
With a population of 91 351, Macon is a must-see destination in Georgia, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Macon to see all of its attractions.
Where to Eat in Macon
If you’re looking for affordable options, Oliver's Corner Bistro (496 2nd St) and Edgar's Bistro (5171 Eisenhower Parkway) are great picks.
When to visit Macon
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Macon in July, when the average temperature is 28 °C, and the highest can go up to 34 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 2 °C, with an average temperature of 8 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in July, when precipitation is around 127 mm. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Macon, with an average rainfall of 69 mm.
How to Get to Macon
Plane
When flying to Macon, you’ll arrive at Macon Middle Georgia Regional (MAC), which is located 6 km from the city centre The shortest flight to Macon from Canada departs from Toronto and takes around 2h 14m.
Train
Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Macon. The train journey from Macon to Birmingham takes 4h 36m and costs around C$ 36 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Orleans, expect to pay about C$ 63 for a 12h 45m trip.
Car
Another option to get to Macon is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 124 km from Macon. You’ll find branches of Hertz and Thrifty, among others, in Atlanta.
Bus
Several bus lines operate bus routes to Macon, including Megabus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Charlotte, the bus ride to Macon takes 459 km and will cost you around C$ 40. From Jacksonville, the ticket costs about C$ 38 for a journey of 587 km. The most popular bus station is Macon-West, located 9 km from downtown Macon. Macon Flightlink is also a commonly used station, and is 18 km from the city centre.
Airports near Macon
Airlines serving Macon
Where to stay in Macon
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Macon I-475 and Tru by Hilton Macon North.
Where to stay in popular areas of Macon
Most booked hotels in Macon
Renting a car in Macon
Expect to pay C$ 1.40 per litre in Macon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between C$ 16.79 and C$ 22.39. The most frequently booked car type in Macon is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Jeep Liberty or similar) are, on average, 45% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.