Marquette travel guide

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You're Going to Love Marquette

With a population of 21,355, Marquette is a must-see destination in Michigan, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Marquette deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Marquette

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Delft Bistro (139 Washington Street) and Elizabeth's Chop House (113 S Front St) are great picks.

When to visit Marquette

Marquette in January
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel
Marquette in January
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Marquette in July, when the average temperature is 64.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 75.2 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 5 °F, with an average temperature of 14 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Marquette, with an average rainfall of 1.6″.

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How to Get to Marquette

Plane

When flying to Marquette, you’ll arrive at Marquette Sawyer Intl (MQT), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Marquette include Air France, Delta and Korean Air. The shortest domestic flight to Marquette departs from Minneapolis and takes around 1h 19m.

Bus

Marquette’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Marquette, you’ll arrive at Marquette Sawyer Intl (MQT), which is located 13 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Marquette include Air France, Delta and Korean Air. The shortest domestic flight to Marquette departs from Minneapolis and takes around 1h 19m.

Bus

Marquette’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city center.

Airlines serving Marquette

KLM
Good (1,352 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,837 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,903 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,240 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,039 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (12,331 reviews)
WestJet
Good (2,805 reviews)

Where to stay in Marquette

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include My Place Hotel-Marquette, MI and Econo Lodge Lakeview.

Where to stay in popular areas of Marquette

Most booked hotels in Marquette

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marquette, An IHG Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 563 reviews)
$115+
Value Host Motor Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 40 reviews)
$181+
Quality Inn
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 696 reviews)
$81+
Days Inn by Wyndham Marquette
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 675 reviews)
$93+
Cedar Motor Inn
2 stars
Good (7.4, 482 reviews)
$62+
Ramada by Wyndham Marquette
3 stars
Good (7.2, 457 reviews)
$94+

Renting a car in Marquette

Renting a car in Marquette costs $69 per day, on average, or $138 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Marquette.

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Marquette (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.52 and $59.36. The most frequently booked car type in Marquette is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Marquette costs $69 per day, on average, or $138 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 7% cheaper than airport locations in Marquette.

Expect to pay $3.71 per gallon in Marquette (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $44.52 and $59.36. The most frequently booked car type in Marquette is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy rental cars (Mitsubishi Mirage or similar) are, on average, 49% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Car rental agencies in Marquette

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