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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Top 10 Specialty Museums in Georgia, Georgia
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. Global Village and Discovery Center
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 101 reviews
Habitat for Humanity's six-acre educational site that features models of Habitat houses from around the world.
Reviewed By 160gregorym
The Global Village and Discovery Center is an educational and informative look at the work of Habitat for Humanity around the globe. I highly recommend it.
2. World War II Home Front Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 92 reviews
The World War II Home Front Museum brings to life Coastal Georgia's extraordinary contributions during World War II. Through immersive exhibits and interactive experiences, visitors will learn about blimps on anti-submarine patrol, radar training to direct fighter pilots, building Liberty ships to supply troops overseas, and much more.
Reviewed By X9974QTjeremym - Topeka, United States
This is an amazing museum detailing the history of WWII on the home front and how it affected the area of Brunswick and St. Simon's during World War II. It talks about the merchant ships being torpedoed by German U-Boats and how this area of the United States rallied and built Liberty Ships, and trained WWII radar technicians, aviators etc. It was a refreshing look at the war and how it affected normal citizens. It is situated in the old Coast Guard station
3. Collectible & Antique Chair Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Three room museum with a gift shop, exhibiting a Guinness World Record Collection of miniature chairs, (not doll furniture). There is a chair design category for every letter of the alphabet, such as functional lamps, tea pots, inkwells, clock, all major holidays, and much more. The chairs are displayed within multiple cases with colorful and exciting background themes. A glass covered claw foot tub garden exhibits chairs with attached floral arrangements. The renovated museum building is a house constructed in 1850 on Main Street, in Georgia's historic Stone Mountain Village. It is handicap accessible and provides free rear parking. The Village is listed on the National Register of historic places to visit. The museum building survived the 1864 Civil War attack on Stone Mountain Village. A visit to this unique museum will provide a triple treat, historic collection, historic building, and historic location. "You must see it to believe it."
Reviewed By Andylvl
Adorable little museum run by an inspiring and unique woman. She knew so much about the history of the town and building in addition to her collection. I loved it and am so happy I stopped in! Highly recommend!
4. Tybee Island Light Station And Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,564 reviews
The Tybee Island Lighthouse was built in 1773 and is the oldest Lighthouse in Georgia. An entry ticket allows you to see the Lighthouse, the Head Keepers Cottage, the 2nd Assistant Keepers Cottage, the Summer Kitchen and the Tybee Island Museum across the street. The Lighthouse is CLOSED TUESDAYS, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day, New Year's Day, St. Patrick's Day (or the day of the Savannah St. Patrick's Day parade).
Reviewed By trmdwelk - Centreville, United States
Visiting this historic and beautiful lighthouse is well worth your time. Go to the top and enjoy the 360 degree view but also take time to see the video in an outbuilding that tells the story of the light and the families who lived there. But particularly take the time to go across the street to the Span-Am War concrete fortifications that house the museum. Here you'll learn the history of Tybee Island area from prehistory (including some awesome artifacts!) to the modern age. Again, watch the well-done video to help pull it all together. Plan more time than you imagine at first glance
5. Center for Puppetry Arts
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 459 reviews
The Center for Puppetry Arts is a unique cultural treasure - a magical place where children and adults are educated, enlightened and entertained. Since 1978, the Center has introduced millions of visitors to the wonder and art of puppetry and has touched the lives of many through enchanting performances, curriculum-based workshops and the hands-on Museum, as well as Distance Learning and Outreach Programs. The Jim Henson Collection This interactive exhibition follows Jim Henson’s prolific imagination chronologically, transporting visitors through environments that typifed the master puppeteer’s world. In addition to learning how Henson’s characters came to life and are still performed, visitors can view iconic puppets such as Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy. Global Collection The Global Collection celebrates puppetry traditions in major cultures from around the world. Highlighting the history of puppetry in Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas.
Reviewed By hmill42894 - New York City, United States
We were looking for something to do before a wedding, and we found out about this museum and stopped by. I found the exhibit about the history of puppets are the world to be very interesting, and I loved all the interactive elements to it. I learned so much about something I knew little about, and I enjoyed seeing some of the puppets from the Broadway production of the Lion King. I had no idea that Jim Henson had donated so many of the Sesame Street puppets to the Museum, and I enjoyed that exhibit as well. It was cool to learn about the Muppets and things like that. I also liked the Dark Crystal exhibit; I had never heard of that movie before and the exhibit inspired me to watch it. It was a nice surprise and I'm glad we stopped by. Being a museum professional myself, I appreciated how it tries to get the public involved through all the interactive elements, and I definitely think the museum should make more of them. Keep up the great work!
6. Fort McAllister State Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 297 reviews
Home of the best preserved earthwork fortification of the Confederacy, this coastal park offers a museum containing Civil War artifacts as well as camping and picnicking facilities.
Reviewed By jimmerhand - Gainesville, United States
My wife and I stayed at Ft. McAllister State Park last weekend and it was awesome (been there before, still awesome). After driving about 5 hours, we arrived somewhat tired. When we received our keys to our cabin, we entered. We found that the cabin had not been cleaned and well, I was rather annoyed... I complained to the staff and then one of the rangers went to check out the cabin and he said that it was completely clean. At this point I was really irritated.. so, we followed him back to the cabin.. we went to the wrong cabin. I WENT TO THE WRONG CABIN!!! I felt like a moron and the ranger was very gracious, accepted my apology and we went on to have a great weekend. The cabin was spacious, clean and didn't lack any amenities. My wife and I did the after hours tour of the historic fort that was led by a ranger who was like a walking Civil War encyclopedia - it was fantastic. It was August in Savannah, so if you go, bring some bug spray. The same ranger that helped me find my cabin went out of his way to go to his truck and provide my wife and me with his personal bug spray... awesome guy!!! This is a fantastic launching place if you are in the Savannah area or looking to explore Georgia's barrier islands. I can't wait to go back.. this time I will pay more attention when I check in!
7. High Museum of Art
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,943 reviews
This stunning, porcelain-enameled building was designed by famed architect Richard Meier and is rivaled only by the art inside. Featuring American, European and African art, as well as decorative art and photography, the High Museum boasts a permanent collection of over 11,000 pieces, many of which can be viewed from different levels of the four-story, glass atrium.
Reviewed By AtlantaLex
Very nice collection, including worthy European and American art, and exceptional travelling exhibits, like the recent Yayoi Kusama exhibit. A copy of Rodin's The Shade is displayed outside--a gift from the French government to memorialize those who lost their lives in the Orly plane crash. The main building architect won the Pritzker Architecture Prize, and the addition was designed by Renzo Piano, who also designed Paris' Pompidou Center and Whitney Museum.
8. Road To Tara Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 191 reviews
Located in the Official Home of Gone With the Wind, the Road to Tara Museum invites you to relive Rhett and Scarlett's epic romance. From the true stories of the 1864 Battle of Jonesboro to the characters that brought Margaret Mitchell's beloved novel to life, there is something for everyone. See original movie props and wardrobe items, reproductions of some of Scarlett's most famous dresses, items from the 1939 Atlanta premiere and a Civil War exhibit featuring the Atlanta Campaign and Battle of Jonesboro.
Reviewed By DiscoveringDixie - Huntsville, United States
I really enjoyed this museum. It's bright and full of great information about the movie, characters, actors, and the impact of the film. There are a few original costumes and jewelry. I really enjoyed my visit here, I only wish I could have stayed for the bus tour.
9. Augusta Canal Discovery Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 279 reviews
Guided canal boat tours depart daily from the Augusta Canal Discovery Center, an interactive interpretive museum that tells the history of Augusta's 1845 canal and industrial revolution in the American South. Housed in a 19th century cotton mill. Gift shop on site.
Reviewed By 545MaryS545
Have fun learning about the workings of a textile mill and learn about the importance of the Augusta Canal with a guided boat ride on the canal.
10. Andalusia Farm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 62 reviews
Historic farm in Milledgeville, GA where Southern fiction writer Flannery O'Connor lived and worked from 1951 until her death in 1964.
Reviewed By jessicarA956VP
Interesting visit and tour of Flannery O'Connor's house. I also took the short nature walk from the pond. They've got plans to improve so it'll only get better.
