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

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.

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Where to Eat in Macon

If you’re looking for affordable options, Dovetail - Macon (543 Cherry St) and Downtown Grill - Macon (562 Mulberry Street Lane) are great picks.

When to visit Macon

Macon in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 146
1 night at 3-star hotel
Macon in January
Estimated hotel price
C$ 146
1 night at 3-star hotel

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.

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How to Get to Macon

Plane

When flying to Macon, you’ll arrive at Macon Middle Georgia Regional (MAC), which is located 4 miles from the city centre The shortest flight to Macon from Canada departs from Edmonton and takes around 7h 17m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Macon. The train journey from Macon to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around C$ 56 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about C$ 45 for a 4h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Macon is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 77 miles from Macon. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Fox, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Macon, including Bus, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Greenville, the bus ride to Macon takes 170 miles and will cost you around C$ 91. From Knoxville, the ticket costs about C$ 93 for a journey of 235 miles. The most popular bus station is Macon-West, located 6 miles from downtown Macon. Macon Flightlink is also a commonly used station, and is 11 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Macon, you’ll arrive at Macon Middle Georgia Regional (MAC), which is located 4 miles from the city centre The shortest flight to Macon from Canada departs from Edmonton and takes around 7h 17m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Macon. The train journey from Macon to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around C$ 56 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Birmingham, expect to pay about C$ 45 for a 4h 36m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Macon is to pick up a car rental from Atlanta, which is about 77 miles from Macon. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Fox, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Macon, including Bus, Greyhound and FlixBus. From Greenville, the bus ride to Macon takes 170 miles and will cost you around C$ 91. From Knoxville, the ticket costs about C$ 93 for a journey of 235 miles. The most popular bus station is Macon-West, located 6 miles from downtown Macon. Macon Flightlink is also a commonly used station, and is 11 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Macon

CSGColumbus Metropolitan Area
ABYAlbany Dougherty County
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Airlines serving Macon

KLM
Good (1,404 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,508 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,977 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,461 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,771 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,022 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,996 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,991 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,475 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,380 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,651 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (860 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,334 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,533 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,281 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,135 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,333 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,034 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,383 reviews)
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Where to stay in Macon

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include My Homes Macon North I-75 and Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Macon, with prices from C$ 57 to C$ 545 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Macon are about 116% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Macon

Most booked hotels in Macon

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Courtyard by Marriott Warner Robins
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, Excellent reviews)
C$ 223+
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Wingate by Wyndham Macon I-75
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
C$ 126+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Macon
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
C$ 126+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
C$ 90+
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SureStay Plus by Best Western Warner Robins AFB
2 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
C$ 123+
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Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Warner Robins
2 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
C$ 125+
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Renting a car in Macon

Expect to pay C$ 1.29 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$ 15.48 and C$ 20.64. The most frequently booked car type in Macon is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Expect to pay C$ 1.29 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$ 15.48 and C$ 20.64. The most frequently booked car type in Macon is Compact (Chevrolet Equinox or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Chevrolet Spark or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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