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. We recommend you stay at least 273 days in order to fully appreciate everything Macon has to offer.
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.
Car
Another option to get to Macon is to pick up a car hire from Atlanta, which is about 124 km from Macon. You’ll find branches of Routes Car & Truck Rentals and Fox, among others, in Atlanta.
Airports near Macon
Airlines serving Macon
Where to stay in Macon
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon and Best Western Inn & Suites of Macon. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Macon, with prices from $61 to $695 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Macon are about 86% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Macon
Most booked hotels in Macon
Hiring a car in Macon
Expect to pay $2.27 per litre in Macon (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $27.24 and $36.31. The most frequently booked car type in Macon is Full-size (Honda Odyssey or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 28% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.