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How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

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, Chicken and the Egg (800 Whitlock Avenue) and Aspens West Cobb (3625 Dallas Hwy, Ste. 645) are great picks.

When to visit Marietta

Marietta in September
Estimated hotel price
$177
1 night at 3-star hotel
Marietta in September
Estimated hotel price
$177
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 30h 22m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Marietta. The train journey from Marietta to New Orleans takes 12h 50m and costs around $92 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Alexandria, expect to pay about $216 for a 13h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Marietta is to pick up a car hire from Atlanta, which is about 26 km from Marietta. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Thrifty, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marietta, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Bus. From Greenville, the bus ride to Marietta takes 266 km and will cost you around $99. From Knoxville, the ticket costs about $103 for a journey of 378 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 30h 22m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Marietta. The train journey from Marietta to New Orleans takes 12h 50m and costs around $92 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Alexandria, expect to pay about $216 for a 13h 54m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Marietta is to pick up a car hire from Atlanta, which is about 26 km from Marietta. You’ll find branches of Dollar and Thrifty, among others, in Atlanta.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Marietta, including FlixBus, Greyhound and Bus. From Greenville, the bus ride to Marietta takes 266 km and will cost you around $99. From Knoxville, the ticket costs about $103 for a journey of 378 km.

Airports near Marietta

PDKAtlanta De Kalb/Peachtree
ATLAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
CHAChattanooga Lovell Field

Airlines serving Marietta

Lufthansa
Good (7,497 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,404 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,457 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,984 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,009 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,992 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,982 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,476 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,375 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,652 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (855 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,306 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,533 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,280 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,133 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,028 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,332 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,099 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,382 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 Near Dobbins Arb.

Where to stay in popular areas of Marietta

Most booked hotels in Marietta

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Drury Inn & Suites Atlanta Marietta
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
$198+
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Embassy Suites by Hilton Atlanta Kennesaw Town Center
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$263+
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Hyatt Regency Suites Atlanta Northwest
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)
$214+
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Best Western Atlanta-Marietta Ballpark Hotel
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
$142+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Kennesaw
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$146+
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DoubleTree By Hilton Atlanta Windy Hill Ballpark
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$202+
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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 $1.61 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 $19.25 and $25.67. Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Marietta, while also 54% 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 $1.61 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 $19.25 and $25.67. Compact (Hyundai Kona or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Marietta, while also 54% cheaper than other types, on average.

Car hire agencies in Marietta

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Enterprise Rent-A-Car

Budget

Budget

Hertz

Hertz
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