Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring 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. We recommend you stay at least 273 days in order to fully appreciate everything Macon has to offer.

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When to visit Macon

Macon in December
Estimated hotel price
$179
1 night at 3-star hotel
Macon in December
Estimated hotel price
$179
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 New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 28h 25m.

Car

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

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 New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 28h 25m.

Car

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

Airports near Macon

CSGColumbus Metropolitan Area
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Airlines serving Macon

Lufthansa
Good (8,176 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,555 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,151 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,476 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,035 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,498 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,263 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,639 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (949 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,739 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,088 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,648 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,932 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,213 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,455 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,500 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (430 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,428 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,444 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,360 reviews)
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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 $59 to $660 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Macon are about 96% 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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Wingate by Wyndham Macon I-75
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$142+
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SpringHill Suites by Marriott Macon
3 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$210+
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Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$100+
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Red Roof Inn & Suites Macon
2 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$109+
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Suburban Studios Macon North
3 stars
Good (6.8, Good reviews)
$92+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon
3 stars
Good (6.1, Good reviews)
$86+
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Hiring a car in Macon

Expect to pay $1.99 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 $23.82 and $31.75. The most frequently booked car type in Macon is Full-size (Chevrolet Malibu or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Venue or similar) is, on average, 44% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.99 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 $23.82 and $31.75. The most frequently booked car type in Macon is Full-size (Chevrolet Malibu or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Venue or similar) is, on average, 44% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.