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.
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
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 4 miles from the city centre.
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 Dollar and Thrifty, among others, in Atlanta.
Bus
The most popular bus station is Macon-West, located 6 miles from the city centre of Macon. Macon Flightlink is also a commonly used station, and is 11 miles from the city centre.
Airports near Macon
Airlines serving Macon
Where to stay in Macon
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn & Suites Macon I-475 and Tru by Hilton Macon North.
Where to stay in popular areas of Macon
Most booked hotels in Macon
Hiring a car in Macon
Expect to pay $1.40 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 $16.70 and $22.26. The most frequently booked car type in Macon is Intermediate (Mazda Mazda5 or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Jeep Compass or similar) is, on average, 26% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.