What to do and see in Macon, Georgia (GA): The Best Free Things to do

December 27, 2021 Brandee Mangan

Macon /ˈmeɪkən/ (officially Macon–Bibb County) is a city located in the state of Georgia, United States. Macon lies near the geographic center of the state, approximately 85 miles (137 km) south of Atlanta, hence the city's nickname "The Heart of Georgia."
Restaurants in Macon

1. St. Joseph's Catholic Church

830 Poplar St, Macon, GA 31201-2093 +1 478-745-1631 http://stjosephmacon.wordpress.com/
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5.0 based on 187 reviews

St. Joseph's Catholic Church

Ornate, neo-Gothic structure built between 1889 and 1892.

Reviewed By wldarling2018 - Macon, United States

This is a very beautiful church, welcoming congregation to family, friends, and couples. Variety of things to do.

2. Amerson River Park

2551 N Pierce Cir 2600 Riverview rd, Macon, GA 31204-1601 http://www.ohtmacon.com/amerson-river-park
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5.0 based on 94 reviews

Amerson River Park

Reviewed By georgiatripper123

Great place for a walk. Shady, cement paths, many things to do. Many people walk dogs. Safe atmosphere.

3. Rose Hill Cemetery

1091 Riverside Dr, Macon, GA 31201-1913 +1 478-751-9119 http://historicrosehillcemetery.org
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4.5 based on 220 reviews

Rose Hill Cemetery

An example of a 19th-century cemetery park.

Reviewed By ReneeS146 - Nederland, United States

Rose Hill is where The original (and best) Allman Brothers Band shot many of their promo photos, wrote songs based upon headstones, etc. In addition, Duane Allman, Berry Oakley and, now, Gregory Allman are all buried there alongside one another. The cemetery was established in 1840 and is a beautiful resting place...lots of trees with moss, pine cones, etc, rolling hills; if a cemetery can be called beautiful, then this one is it.

4. Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park

1207 Emery Highway, Macon, GA 31217-4320 +1 478-752-8257 http://www.nps.gov/ocmu
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4.5 based on 612 reviews

Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park

17,000 Years of Continuous Human Habitation! Welcome to Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park. This park is a memorial to the relationship between people and natural resources. Native Americans first came here during the Paleo-Indian period to hunt Ice Age mammals. Several cultures occupied this land for thousands of years, each creating their own history here. The Mississippian culture arrived here around 900CE and constructed mounds for the elite members of their society. Today the mounds remain for all to see and explore.

Reviewed By davidfD5507HF - Winston Salem, United States

This park does an excellent job of both meeting your expectations (learning about Native Americans and their traditions in a direct way) and expanding your awareness in unexpected ways. The displays of artifacts from this largest archaeological site in the U.S.A. are very engaging and impressive. The Earth Lodge is the most moving site on the grounds. Walking around the mounds is also very informative with the outdoor text panels.

5. Tattnall Square Park

Coleman Ave, Macon, GA 31201
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Tattnall Square Park

6. The Shoppes at River Crossing

5080 Riverside Dr, Macon, GA 31210-1100 +1 478-254-2940 http://www.theshoppesatrivercrossing.com/visit
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4.5 based on 56 reviews

The Shoppes at River Crossing

Reviewed By 21dinahw - Atlanta, United States

WE enjoy visiting the Shoppes at River Crossing because we are able to leisurely stroll in and out of our favorite shops. One of my favorite is this Barnes and Nobel. I love to browse the aisles and look for bargains!!! I can usually be found in the history section!!! After 3-4 hours of walking and shopping, there is BONEFISH!!!!!! What a treat all in one location!!!!!!!

7. Riverside Cemetery

1301 Riverside Dr, Macon, GA 31201-1350 +1 478-742-5328 http://www.riversidecemetery.com/
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4.5 based on 32 reviews

Riverside Cemetery

8. Macon Visitors Information Center

450 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd I-16 Exit 2, Macon, GA 31201-3370 +1 478-743-1074 https://www.maconga.org/plan/visitor-centers/
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4.5 based on 53 reviews

Macon Visitors Information Center

Visit the Downtown Visitors Center your first stop on your Macon exploration. Let our specialist guide you to Macon's historic soul through our food, architecture and culture.

9. Tyler's Place Dog Park

Chestnut St Linden St, Macon, GA http://macondogpark.blogspot.com/
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4.5 based on 22 reviews

Tyler's Place Dog Park

Reviewed By 144allier

We were in the area for an event. My 5 month old had not played in 3 days so we took her here to run off energy. This place was great. We intended to play for about 20 minutes but we had so much fun that we left 1 1/2 hours later. A small agility area with equipment. A nice sized stream running through the park so the dogs could go splash through. It was great too if a dog wanted to leave a playgroup and go run with other dogs it was kind of a buffer. There is a wooded area too for the dogs to explore and plenty of space for them to just run. When we got there there was only 2 other dogs. By the time we left there were about 20 however, there is so much space it was not crowded at all. There were several different playgroups too. Not all dogs were in one crazy play fest. We went the day after it poured so there were some wet spots and with the stream our puppy was too happy to get wet and muddy. When we left the park there was a house off area to clean off. That was great since we had a 4 hour ride home. If we lived closer we would be here all the time.

10. Ocmulgee Heritage Trail

Spring Street, Macon, GA http://www.ohtmacon.com
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4.0 based on 44 reviews

Ocmulgee Heritage Trail

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