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Georgia is a cultural destination known for its beauty, culture, food, and exciting activities. In this travel cost guide, we'll cover everything you need to know to plan your travel budget and have an amazing trip without spending too much. This guide includes average trip costs from previous travelers, typical hotel prices, food and dining costs, entertainment and sightseeing prices, and information about transportation.

How much does it cost to travel to Georgia?

A typical traveler spends $189 per day on a trip to Georgia. This is the average daily price for a vacation in Georgia based on the expenses of other visitors.

Past travelers have spent, on average for one day:

  • $69 on meals
  • $39 on local transportation
  • $170 on hotels

A one-week trip to Georgia for two people costs, on average, $2,646. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

All of these average travel prices have been collected from other travelers to help you plan your own travel budget.

  • Average Daily Cost Per person, per day
    $189
  • One Week Per person
    $1,323
  • 2 Weeks Per person
    $2,646
  • One Month Per person
    $5,670
  • One Week For a couple
    $2,646
  • 2 Weeks For a couple
    $5,292
  • One Month For a couple
    $11,340
This data comes from the travel budgets of real travelers - How it works. Put these numbers on your website.


How much does a one week, two week, or one month trip to Georgia cost?

A one week trip to Georgia usually costs around $1,323 for one person and $2,646 for two people. This includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

A two week trip to Georgia on average costs around $2,646 for one person and $5,292 for two people. This cost includes accommodation, food, local transportation, and sightseeing.

Please note, prices can vary based on your travel style, speed, and other variables. If you're traveling as a family of three or four people, the price per person often goes down because kid's tickets are cheaper and hotel rooms can be shared. If you travel slower over a longer period of time then your daily budget will also go down. Two people traveling together for one month in Georgia will often have a lower daily budget per person than one person traveling alone for one week.

A one month trip to Georgia on average costs around $5,670 for one person and $11,340 for two people. The more places you visit, the higher the daily price will become due to increased transportation costs.




Is Georgia expensive to visit?

In Georgia, budget travelers spend $80 per day on average, mid-range travelers spend $189 per day, and luxury travelers spend around $428 per day. These costs are calculated from the reported expenses of previous travelers to Georgia.

Georgia is a smaller destination that draws visitors with a range of travel styles, spending habits, and budget preferences. Budget-conscious travelers will find suitable hotel options, but there are also high-end hotels for those seeking luxury, plus mid-range accommodations for families or couples.

You can find Georgia to be very expensive if you're not careful, but methods like looking for discounts and coupons can help you save money.

Within North America, which is known to be an expensive region, Georgia is a moderately priced destination compared to other places. The overall cost of travel here is fair for the region and comparable to many other destinations.

For more details, and to find out if it's within your travel budget, see Is Georgia Expensive?

How much money do I need for a trip to Georgia?

The average Georgia trip cost is broken down by category here for independent travelers. All of these Georgia travel prices are calculated from the budgets of real travelers. Also, you can see more details at How much does a trip to Georgia cost?

Georgia on a Budget
Category Budget Mid-Range Luxury
Accommodation1
For 1 person in double occupancy 		$36 $85 $183
Local Transportation1 $16 $39 $86
Food2 $28 $69 $155
Entertainment1 $8.43 $20 $45
Alcohol2 $5-16 $13-38 $30-89

Realistic Expectations for Your Travel Budget

It's important to have realistic expectations for your travel budget. While many people assume they can travel to Georgia without spending much money, the reality is that most people are not comfortable traveling on an extremely low "shoestring" budget. Consider what you really enjoy doing when you are on vacation and how you've traveled in the past. Do you prefer resorts, vacation rentals, or hostels? Do you like to experience all of the activities, museums, and sights? Is dining out at delicious restaurants important to you? Your answers to these questions will affect your overall travel budget and itinerary.

Who are Budget Travelers?

Although you may consider yourself a budget traveler, unless you're ready to cut out many creature comforts, you'll likely spend much more than the $80 per day that young budget travelers often get by on.

For backpackers, this tight budget typically involves staying in hostel dorms, eating at the cheapest eateries or fast food joints, using public transportation, and sticking to free attractions.

Could You Be an Average Traveler?

Couples and families traveling for leisure often prefer mid-range hotels, dine at popular eateries, and visit key museums and attractions that require an entry fee. Many visitors to Georgia are keen to visit the prominent attractions, museums, sights, and landmarks. It's important to remember that most activities will cost you money. Consequently, you should anticipate your daily budget to be closer to $189 per person, per day.

What Luxury Travel Looks Like

For those wanting a high-end experience complete with every luxury and high-quality service, expect to spend about $428 each day. To enjoy nicer accommodations, award-winning dining, extravagant adventures, and convenient transport like taxis or private chauffeurs in the destination, prepare for a pricier experience. Many high-end visitors also prefer unique experiences such as Private One-way Transfer from Atlanta to Atlanta Airport - offered by Viator.



Accommodation Budget in Georgia

In Georgia, hotel prices can swing drastically. Higher-end hotels offer more luxury, but come at a cost, especially in peak season when prices are higher. Off-season prices are more reasonable, averaging $, but during peak season they jump to an average of $. You can find budget options starting at $ up to luxury rates at $. Hostels are typically cheaper, especially dorms. Book early and avoid peak season to save money.

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

The average price paid in Georgia for two people for a typical double-occupancy hotel room is $170. For one person sharing a room, the average price paid for a hotel room is $85 per night. These costs are from the reported spending of actual travelers.

  • Accommodation1 Hotel or hostel for one person
    $85
  • Accommodation1 Typical double-occupancy room
    $170

Hotels in Georgia

Looking for a hotel in Georgia? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options.

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Tips to Save Money on Accommodation in Georgia

Traveling in the low or shoulder season (and not in ) means you'll enjoy lower accommodation prices and fewer tourists around.



Transportation Budget in Georgia

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • On average, past travelers have spent $39 per person, per day, on local transportation in Georgia. The cost of a taxi ride or rideshare service (Uber/Lyft) in Georgia is significantly more than public transportation.

  • Transportation1 Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.
    $39

The main airport in the state of Georgia is Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport, located in the capital city, Atlanta. It is served regularly by Air Canada, Air France, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta, Frontier Airlines, KLM, Korean Air, Lufthansa, Qatar Airways, Southwest, Spirit Airlines, Turkish Airlines, United, US Airways, and Virgin Atlantic.

As far as driving goes, all of the major interstates pass through Atlanta. I-75 runs northwest-southeast, I-85 runs southwest-northeast, and I-20 runs west-east. I-95 runs along the east coast of the state in a north-south orientation, and passes near Savannah.

Transportation Tips

If you're driving, it's essential to check if your hotel offers convenient parking.

A few of the typical hotel transfers and transportation services include:

  • Savannah Hilton Airport (SAV) to Savannah - Arrival Private Transfer for $35 details
  • Private Transfer: H. J. Airport ATL to Atlanta by Business Car for $131 details
  • Departure Transfer: Atlanta to Atlanta Airport ATL in Luxury SUV for $147 details

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Food Budget in Georgia

Food is a major reason many people explore new destinations, so don't skip the chance to try local delicacies.

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • While restaurant and meal prices in Georgia can vary significantly, the average cost of food in Georgia is $69 per day, per person, based on the spending habits of previous travelers.

  • Food2 Meals for one day
    $69

When dining out, the average daily cost for food in Georgia is around $69 ($69) per person, with previous travelers spending from $28 to $155. Generally, breakfast and lunch cost less than dinner, but this will depend on the type of restaurant and what you order.

Typical meal prices in Georgia are as follows:

  • Breakfast: $7 to $21
  • Lunch: $10 to $27
  • Dinner: $21 to $48
  • Coffee: $5
  • Fast Food or Street Food: $10

In most of the southern United States, barbequing is a favorite pastime-and Georgia is no exception. All types of meat are prepared grilled and smothered in thick sauce, but pork is traditionally the most common in the state. Barbeque festivals are also held throughout Georgia. Meals like these are often accompanied by corn on the cob, and sometimes cornbread. Brunswick stew is another more traditional mix of tomatoes, lima beans or butter beans, corn, okra, other vegetables, and meat into a thick soup. Fried chicken remains another favorite dish, while seafood becomes more common closer to Georgia's coast on the Atlantic. Other well known and loved foods in the state include pecans, peaches, and peanuts-and they are often baked into pies and cobblers.

Food & Dining Tips

Many accommodations throw in breakfast at no extra cost, though others might charge you for it. The price and quality can greatly vary by hotel. Knowing this in advance can help you figure out if you need to spend more money. You might find the hotel's buffet is worth it, or you may prefer to grab a cheaper bite at a local bakery or cafe.

Use a water bottle instead of splurging on drinks everywhere you go. It's a smart choice for the environment, too.

Before you head out on a tour, be sure to find out which meals are included. You could end up paying for some meals out of pocket, which can impact your budget.

If you want to experience the culture in Georgia, a food tour or cooking class is a great way to do it. After all, cuisine is one of the reasons why so many people visit. A few of the best culinary activities here include:

  • Macaron Cooking Class at a Local Wine Bar in Atlanta for $75 details
  • Private Atlanta Cooking Class with a Fun Local Chef Naina for $139 details
  • 2 Hour Historic Market Food Tour and Hands-On Biscuit Class for $65 details

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Sightseeing and Activities Budget in Georgia

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • Sightseeing activities, entertainment, and entrance tickets in Georgia typically cost an average of $20 per person, per day based on the spending of previous travelers. This includes fees paid for admission tickets to museums and attractions, day tours, and other sightseeing expenses.

  • Entertainment1 Entrance tickets, shows, etc.
    $20

Being a state full of changing landscapes, the scenery alone encompasses some of the most stunning sights in Georgia. The Appalachian Mountain Trail, for example, runs through the northern part of the state with opportunities for many stunning views of the topography. Also located in this region are the Amicalola Falls, the largest waterfalls east of the Mississippi River. The region of rolling mountains changes to farm country dotted with cities as you travel further south. Georgia as a whole is a mix of the old and new-countryside full of fresh air and barbeque, and the cities full of bustling entertainment and history at every turn. Then, there is the coastline, stretching scenically along the Atlantic Ocean. Savannah, of course, is the best known historic port while places like Saint Simons Island, Jekyll Island, and Cumberland Island make for popular vacation destinations on the beach.

The city of Atlanta is home to many attractions including the headquarters of CNN and Coca-Cola, the largest aquarium in the world, Centennial Olympic Park, Georgia State Capitol, Fox Theatre, and Zoo Atlanta. Just outside the city, there is also Stone Mountain which is a massive dome-shaped mountain that hosts laser shows on Saturday nights and a cable car to the summit.



With the Appalachian Mountains running through Georgia's northern lands, Georgia is a popular destination for hiking trails within and along the mountain chain. Springer Mountain marks the southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail, running all the way north to Baxter State Park in Maine. The trails here offer many opportunities for viewing wildlife and hiking to overlooks, whether you wish to take a day trip, weekend campout, or backpack the entire trail up to the state of Maine.

Other ways to experience Georgia's natural wonders exist along the coastline at places like Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge and the Cumberland Island National Seashore. These are the home to many species of water bird like egrets, herons, and cranes in addition to other swamp life like toads, frogs, turtles, lizards, snakes, and alligators. The Georgia coast is a popular place to dip in a canoe or kayak, or relax on one of many sunny beaches.

Of course, Georgia's cities have much to offer in the busier range of activities-sightseeing places of history, attending shows and performances, endless shopping, eclectic dining, museums, galleries, and a varying collection of elegant architecture. There are also a few plantations worth a visit, another major part of Georgia's history.

A nice way to explore destinations in Georgia is with local tours that last just a few hours. This way you can see as much as possible in an efficient way with knowledgable guides. Prices vary by the type of activity or tour, the dates, and the size of the group. Here are a few of the highest rated tours by previous visitors:

  • Walking Savannah's Hidden History Tour for $30 details
  • Midnight in the Garden of Good and Evil Walking Tour for $33 details
  • Y'allywood 3 Hour Private Movie and TV Locations Tour for $140 details

Recommended Activities


Nightlife Budget in Georgia

Average Daily Costs

Calculated from travelers like you

  • The average person spends about $26 on nightlife and alcoholic beverages in Georgia per day. The more you spend on alcohol, the more fun you might be having despite your higher budget.

  • Alcohol2 Drinks for one day
    $26
Nightlife Tips

Sure, nightlife is part of the adventure, but cutting down on cocktails can make a surprising difference in your travel budget.

Nightlife activities and tasting tours are popular in Georgia. A few favorites from other travelers include:

  • Moonlight Happy Hour Haunted Pub Crawl With Captain Stoner for $33 details
  • Elijay Hike w/ Waterfall & Wine Tasting Private Tour from ATL for $230 details
  • True Crime Pub Crawl - the Original Savannah Murder Tour for $35 details

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Travel cost data last updated: Aug 6, 2025

Budgeting and Travel Tips for Georgia

  • Slowing your travel tempo can not only save you money but also let you enjoy the stunning beauty of your surroundings. When you pack each day with activities, costs can rise rapidly. However, a more relaxed pace usually leads to lower expenses and a more enjoyable experience.

Budgeting Challenges

  • There aren't many public transportation options in Georgia. Renting a car or organizing a form of transport, like a tour, might be necessary. Just know that this could stretch your budget in other places.
  • If you're hoping to find a hostel in Georgia, you might be disappointed. Instead of dorms, consider searching for affordable hotels or apartment rentals.
Traveling in Georgia
Georgia Savannah, Georgia

Founded in 1733, the U.S. state of Georgia was the last of the 13 original colonies that became the first 13 U.S. states. Though Georgia has a long history, most of its historic sites hone in on the Antebellum and Civil War eras and the civil rights movement. With a scenic coastline, Appalachian Mountains in the west, plus both rural and city areas, the state of Georgia also has one of the most diverse landscapes in the American south.



Regions

The largest and capital city of Georgia is Atlanta. Home of Coca-Cola, the city exists as a mix of the old and new with sleek skyscrapers balanced by southern traditions. Atlanta is dotted with peach trees and pleasant parks, yet it is bustling with people around every corner and is home to one of the busiest airports in the world. It is a modern city full of shopping, entertainment, dining, and things to do. Savannah, on the other hand, is the old south-historic and thriving with traditional charm. It was Georgia's very first city, and exists today with blocks of historic homes surrounded by shady oaks draped with Spanish moss. The old port of the city still lies along the Savannah River, paved in traditional cobblestone roads and radiating with old southern charm. Other prominent cities in Georgia include Athens, Augusta, Blue Ridge, Columbus, Dalton, Macon, and Valdosta.

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1 Categories averaged on a per-item basis.
2 Categories averaged on a per-day basis.
For example, the Food2 daily average is for all meals for an entire day, while Entertainment1 is for each individual purchase. Thus, the overall daily average cost is not a summation of the individual categories.


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