Top Things to do in Georgia
Top Hotels in Georgia
- 1. River Street Inn
- 2. The Candler Hotel Atlanta, Curio Collection by Hilton
- 3. Homewood Suites by Hilton Savannah Historic District / Riverfront
- 4. Hyatt Regency Savannah
- 5. The Marshall House
- 6. Best Western Central Inn
- 7. Hotel Clermont
- 8. The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa
- 9. Mansion on Forsyth Park
- 10. Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Midtown
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Things to do in Georgia, Georgia: The Best Tours
While Atlanta is the anchor and capital of Georgia, you can aim in any direction to find distinctly different regions – from the tail of the Appalachians in the North to the rolling Piedmont hills and on down to the seaside marshes in the East. Atlanta lays claim to the state’s number one attraction – Stone Mountain State Park. They say it best - “Serious fun. Endless adventure.” Just 15 minutes from downtown, the world’s largest exposed granite dome is surrounded by 3,200 acres of natural beauty and stimulating activities for every member of the family – sky rides and hiking paths, laser shows and pedal boats along Stone Mountain Lake. Golfers tee it up, while red foxes dash across the fairways in a state where the Masters Golf Tournament creates revered green-jacket memories every year. It’s a long downhill ride down to historic Savannah, a ‘stone’s throw’ from the Atlantic and a virtual step back in time to Southern architecture and stately squares. St. Simon’s and Jekyll Islands offer barrier island beauty and a wonderful combination of outdoor activities, historic sites and artistic culture. Originally the private winter playground of wealthy northeasterners, Jekyll Island stretches along 10 miles of coastal beaches and inland marshes. Cycling and walking paths wind under moss-laden oaks, and a tour of Millionaire Village takes you back to those Cornelius Vanderbilt and J.P. Morgan days. The kid-friendly Summer Waves Water Park adds man-made fun to natural water sport activities. Coastal golf courses and sophisticated St. Simon’s Island appeal to moms, dads and vacationing couples.
Restaurants in Georgia
1. Bonaventure Cemetery Walking Tour with Transportation
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 268 reviews
The only FULL WALKING TOUR of Bonaventure Cemetery WITH TRANSPORTATION and most accurate Bonaventure Tour, bar none! Most other tours start at the gate and regurgitate a scripted tour of myth, legend, and flat out lies that was written to separate visitors from their money. With me, you get a 6th generation Savannahian and academically trained historian with 30 plus years in the Savannah hospitality business who has the inside scoop and who loves sharing the stories. All this and Southern Hospitality too! Door to door service from downtown or meet me at the cemetery if you'd rather drive yourself. Complimentary bottled water and everything else you'll need for a stroll through the oaks.
Inclusions: Cold bottled water, Umbrella for rain or shade, Bug spray, Transportation, The most complete walking tour of Bonaventure Cemetery with a 6th generation local and historian., Recommendations for the best restaurants and other things to do.
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Reviewed By JeffJensen_Sandiego
We really enjoyed this tour and our guide Tim , being from Savannah, was excellent in content, keeping everyone in the group engaged. He could answer all of the questions and you can tell he cares about preserving the real history behind the stories.
2. 90-Minute Savannah History & Haunts Candlelit Walking Ghost Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 836 reviews
Savannah has been a witness to war, executions, disease, hurricanes, murders, and mystery. There are many that believe some of this troubled history still lingers behind. Join us on a 90-minute outdoor historical ghost walking tour as we lead you through Savannah's moss draped oaks, historic squares, and cobblestone streets. Guided by lantern light, we will tell you the ghost stories, legends, superstitions, and history that run so deep in this old colonial city.
Inclusions: 90-Minute Savannah History & Haunts Candlelit Walking Ghost Tour, Pass by moss draped oaks, historic squares, and cobblestone streets, Listen as your guide regales you with ghost stories, legends, superstitions, and history, Professional Guide
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By atbowing
We took this tour on 4-6-21, and loved it. My teenagers (18 and 15) were interested the whole time. The stories that were told were interesting and relatable to the whole group. I would do this tour again!
3. Explore Savannah History Walking Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 490 reviews
Walk along the streets lined with Live Oak trees draped in Spanish Moss. You will discover how and why Savannah was established, learn about battles fought, hear the stories filled with mystery, intrigue, and passion. Your guide will explain how this city first began, and how she has grown into this modern worldwide destination of today. Along the way, you will discover the history and home of the Gordon family and Juliette Gordon Low, the founder of the Girl Scouts. See where Forest Gump sat with his box of chocolates, walk on battleground, discover the home used as headquarters by General Sherman. Also discover why Savannah is the most haunted city in the nation and why are we built on our dead. Learn the history of the 26,500 square foot home and who lives there today. You tour will cover all this and much more. We walk at a comfortable pace for everyone, allowing time to enjoy the surroundings and truly experience Savannah. We are always happy to answer questions along the way.
Inclusions: Professional Local Guide
Exclusions: Gratuities
Reviewed By NorthStar29933851089
My husband and I really enjoyed our 2 hours with Rose. She was informative and gave us a good sense of the founding of Savannah as well as the city today.
4. Haunted Savannah Ghost and Pub Walking Tour
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 317 reviews
Nightly Spirits Historic Haunted Pub Tours take a look at some of the most haunted places in Savannah while allowing time to really enjoy the "spirits" along the way. Our tours stop at 4 different famous pubs/bars and give you a look into their haunted and historic past. Come try us out, this isn't your ordinary ghost tour and we are confident that you will love our costumed guides!
Inclusions: Guide, Take-home commemorative can cooler or cup!
Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages
Reviewed By Brian A
Awesome tour, Jess explained everything very well and definitely knew what she was talking about. Highly recommend if you’re in the area. Beers and Ghost, what else could you ask for..
5. Jekyll Island Dolphin Tours
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 161 reviews
Join our fully narrated 90 minute dolphin/sightseeing tour from the Jekyll Wharf as we travel the scenic waterways of beautiful Jekyll Island to observe the magnificent bottlenose dolphins feeding, playing, or simply cruising about in their natural habitat while you learn about their social behavior, feeding habits, and much more. The waters around Jekyll are home to one of the world’s largest populations of these beautiful creatures. Our tour will take you along the intra coastal waterway, salt marshes and wilderness beaches. Along with seeing Dolphin there are often sea turtles, manatees, egrets, herons, roseate spoonbills, and osprey plus shrimp boats and luxury yachts. Our comfortable boats are US Coast Guard and certified for 49 passengers per boat, are equipped with a sun cover, MP3 Stereo and a bathroom. All our Captains are Master Mariners with years of experience in the local history and ecology of the pristine Georgia Coastline. Let's go!
Inclusions: Our comfortable boats are equipped with a sun cover, Stereo and a bathroom., All our Captains are Master Mariners with years of experience in the local history and ecology.
Exclusions: Gratuities are not included in the price
Reviewed By davem793
Today turned into a great day for seeing dolphins. Pablo made it entertaining and informative. I learned something new about the dolphins and birds. Remember the animals are wild and may or may not show up. Today we saw several and got lucky. If you have a sense of humor you will have a good time.
6. 2-Hour Savannah Bike Tour
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 137 reviews
Touring Savannah by bike is the most efficient way to see the city! Cover a lot of ground, including most of the historic district, with greater efficiency and less fatigue. Enjoy the freedom of exploring the quiet, lesser-known streets that link the well-worn paths. Journey up-close and personal to destinations along the way, stopping for awhile to admire and photograph Savannah’s beauty as you learn of its history. A bike tour is the fittest, greenest way to see any city of course, and for our beautiful and laid-back city, our quiet, fume-free ride is ideal. So, avoid contributing to downtown traffic congestion and noise by pedaling through history!
Inclusions: Bottled water, Use of bicycle, Bike helmets for those 15 years old and younger--or older (optional).
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Reviewed By ncrossley1
Will (the owner) leads the trips and does a fantastic job! Easy to do for any level and he is a wealth of knowledge about Savannah! Great activity while you are in town and more fun than sitting in a bus!
7. Savannah Bonaventure Cemetery Journey
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 512 reviews
Bonaventure shouldn't just be toured, it should be storied! As Shannon Scott or his gifted protoge stroll you though a dreamy outdoor art, life & death museum with spectacular natural splendor, you'll be awestruck by not only the depth of stories, but hidden meanings of art and symbolism that adorns graves and how so much of it connects not just to Savannah but the greater world! There is no touring Savannah without Bonaventure and we are the story crew most dedicated to proving that well known local truth!
Inclusions: Professional guide, Professional art historian guide, Local guide
Exclusions: Gratuities, DVD (available to purchase), Hotel pickup and drop-off, Signed Poster Art (Available For Purchase)
Reviewed By suziQ2015
Shannon provided a most entertaining and informational historical tour of Bonaventure Cemetery. I would highly recommend this tour as seeing Savannah would be incomplete without visiting Bonaventure. He even allows well behaved dogs on the tour!
8. Savannah Night Terrors Walking Tour
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 134 reviews
Our tour is unlike any other in a Savannah. We provide customers with paranormal Investigative equipment such as 4K Night Vision Cameras, Thermal Cameras, Digital Voice Recorders and EMF Detectors
Inclusions: Paranormal Investigative Equipment
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Reviewed By MiriamH0731
This is my 3rd different tour with Mike and never disappoints!!! My son and I had a great time. Love the history aspect. Being able to use all the different equipment makes it so fun and hands on. Been on other tours and they don't even come close. Mike and his whole team are amazing and so professional and so helpful.
9. Savannah Supernatural Haunted Walking Tour
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 97 reviews
Ghostlore and more! Enjoy a stroll through historic downtown Savannah Georgia with your experienced and informative guide. Learn The Hostess City's real haunted history and make some new friends along the way. Groups are limited in size that you may have the best tour possible. Your guide Jodie is an energetic, master storyteller with over six years of experience on the downtown tour circuit, so you can be sure that you will have a great time!
Inclusions: Walking tour, English-speaking tour guide
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Reviewed By obc2021
Jody was amazing! The tour was fantastic. Not just a ghost tour. He has an incredible amount of knowledge about the history of Savannah outside of just the ghost stories. Getting to go in the basement and second floor of the moon river brewing company was a pretty exciting perk all its own. I'd definitely recommend him. You won't be disappointed.
10. 90 minute Original Haunted Savannah Tour
Overall Ratings
4.9 based on 38 reviews
The Original Haunted Savannah Tour is our flagship tour designed for all ages. Our love for the paranormal and Savannah shows on our tours. Our Master Storytellers will regale you with the wonderful legends surrounding some of Savannah's most famous haunted locations and people. We have spent years researching to bring you the truest facts while also keeping it entertaining and scary! Our tour features real paranormal evidence caught by our team of paranormal investigators or past guest.
Inclusions: Guided Walking Tour
Exclusions: Gratuities, Parking Fees, Admission to Museums
Reviewed By Z448KMstevep
Gregg was awesome! Made the time worth it and would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting. His knowledge and humor was to die for!
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