Marietta travel guide

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You're Going to Love Marietta

With a population of 56.579, Marietta 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 Marietta to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Marietta

If you’re looking for affordable options, Tin Lizzy's - East Cobb (4475 Roswell Rd) and Mac's Chophouse (19 N Park Sq NE) are great picks.

When to visit Marietta

Marietta in September
Estimated hotel price
$172
1 night at 3-star hotel
Marietta in September
Estimated hotel price
$172
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Marietta in July, when the average temperature is 26 °C, and the highest can go up to 31 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 0 °C, with an average temperature of 5 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in March, when precipitation is around 140 mm. In contrast, October is usually the driest month of the year in Marietta, with an average rainfall of 70 mm.

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How to Get to Marietta

Plane

When flying to Marietta, you’ll arrive at Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree (PDK), which is located 24 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Marietta from New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 26h 53m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Marietta. The train journey from Marietta to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $68 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Orleans, expect to pay about $89 for a 12h 45m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marietta, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Nashville, the bus ride to Marietta takes 426 km and will cost you around $118. From Gainesville, the ticket costs about $184 for a journey of 507 km.

Plane

When flying to Marietta, you’ll arrive at Atlanta De Kalb/Peachtree (PDK), which is located 24 km from the city centre. The shortest flight to Marietta from New Zealand departs from Wellington and takes around 26h 53m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Marietta. The train journey from Marietta to Greenville takes 3h 12m and costs around $68 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from New Orleans, expect to pay about $89 for a 12h 45m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marietta, including Bus, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Nashville, the bus ride to Marietta takes 426 km and will cost you around $118. From Gainesville, the ticket costs about $184 for a journey of 507 km.

Airlines serving Marietta

Lufthansa
Good (7,216 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,374 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,151 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,661 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,957 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,907 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,842 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,865 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,465 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (814 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,288 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,604 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,424 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,743 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,099 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (349 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,431 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,223 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,316 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,922 reviews)
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Where to stay in Marietta

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Extended Stay America Suites - Atlanta - Marietta - Powers Ferry Rd and Quality Inn Marietta.

Where to stay in popular areas of Marietta

Most booked hotels in Marietta

Drury Inn & Suites Atlanta Marietta
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$213+
Hyatt Regency Suites Atlanta Northwest
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$252+
Best Western Atlanta-Marietta Ballpark Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$162+
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kennesaw
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$176+
DoubleTree By Hilton Atlanta Windy Hill Ballpark
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$196+
Baymont Inn & Suites Kennesaw
2 stars
Good (6.2, Good reviews)
$152+

Hiring a car in Marietta

Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Marietta is the Hertz branch at 1551 Cobb Parkway South, which is 7 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.56 per litre in Marietta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.64 and $24.85. Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Marietta, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

Enterprise Rent-A-Car, Avis and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to hire a car in Marietta is the Hertz branch at 1551 Cobb Parkway South, which is 7 km from the city centre.

Expect to pay $1.56 per litre in Marietta (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.64 and $24.85. Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Marietta, while also 59% cheaper than other types, on average.

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