Georgia

Travel Guide

Atlanta History Center featuring heritage architecture
Pebble Hill Plantation which includes a house and a park
Piedmont Park which includes cycling, a park and a sunset
River Street featuring a city
Lookout Mountain showing tranquil scenes and views

Georgia defies easy definition, offering an alluring combination of stunning mountains, cosmopolitan cities and a scattering of tranquil barrier islands.

Georgia is a state that is full of surprises. Hang out in the modern, culture-rich capital city of Atlanta and you wouldn’t necessarily picture yourself in the Deep South, but a trip down roads lined with moss-covered trees will remind you that you’re in Dixie. Trek into the mountains in the north of the state and you might not imagine that Georgia is also the home of near-tropical islands and humid swampland.

Travel around rural Georgia to pass numerous antebellum mansions and plantations offering tours that shed light on the region’s troubled past. Georgia’s initially inglorious history involved a dependence on slavery.

Explore the lively city of Atlanta to experience modern, multicultural Georgia and to taste some of its finest cuisine. Stroll around welcoming neighborhoods such as trendy Midtown and creative Little 5 Points. The High Museum of Art, the Fernbank Museum of Natural History and the Georgia Aquarium are just a few of the city’s numerous attractions.

Atlanta is both the birth and burial place of Martin Luther King Jr. Remember the civil rights movement at the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site and visit the place where he used to worship at the Ebenezer Baptist Church.

Visit other cities in Georgia such as old-world Savannah, the home of Wormsloe Historic Site and other antebellum monuments. The city of Athens has the Georgia Museum of Natural History and the State Botanical Garden of Georgia.

Explore the breathtaking wildernesses of Georgia in one of its 47 state parks. Head south to kayak through Okefenokee Swamp or go north for the Appalachian Mountains and Chattahoochee National Forest.

Hike through the gorges of Providence Canyon Outdoor Recreation Area or drive to the coast for wild experiences on one of the barrier islands. Choose one of the Golden Isles for dramatic, deserted beaches, stunning architecture and nature trails.

The easiest route to Georgia is on board a plane to Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International, one of the busiest airports in the world. Summer in Georgia is exceptionally hot, so come in spring or fall for cooler temperatures and beautiful colors.

Where to stay in Georgia

World of Coca Cola featuring a city, city views and skyline

Downtown Atlanta

4/5(5,906 area reviews)

Central business district with corporate headquarters, Georgia State University, and government facilities. Explore Underground Atlanta, Woodruff Park, Georgia Aquarium, and The Mall at Peachtree Center. Accessible via MARTA subway lines.

Downtown Atlanta
Savannah Children\'s Museum featuring a playground and a bridge

Historic Downtown Savannah

4.5/5(5,096 area reviews)

Declared a National Historic Landmark District, this urban area boasts notable sites like Juliette Gordon Low's birthplace, Telfair Academy, and the First African Baptist Church. Unwind in one of Savannah's 22 squares or the 30-acre Forsyth Park.

Historic Downtown Savannah
Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta showing cuddly or friendly animals, a park and a city

Midtown

4.5/5(1,329 area reviews)

High-density commercial and residential area, Midtown Atlanta boasts the Southeast's highest concentration of art and cultural institutions. Explore Piedmont Park, Atlanta Botanical Garden, and savor the burgeoning restaurant scene. Accessible via MARTA rail and bike lanes.

Midtown
Atlanta History Center showing autumn leaves and landscape views

Buckhead

4.5/5(1,869 area reviews)

Uptown Atlanta's commercial hub boasts upscale shopping at Lenox Square and Phipps Plaza, while the mixed-use Buckhead Atlanta offers exclusive boutiques and dining. Easily accessible via MARTA and "the buc" circulator bus.

Buckhead
Savannah

Historic District - North

If you're spending some time in Historic District - North, River Street and Juliette Gordon Low Birthplace are top sights worth seeing.

Historic District - North
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Sandy Springs

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and Chattahoochee River are top sights in Sandy Springs, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Sandy Springs Station or North Springs Station to see more sights in the area.

Sandy Springs
The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta

The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta

4 out of 5
210 Peachtree St. NW, Atlanta, GA
$118 nightly
The price is $143 total per night from Jul 25 to Jul 26
$143 total
Jul 25 - Jul 26
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (2,388 reviews)
"It was great rooms need some upgrades for furniture and charging ports"

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

The Westin Peachtree Plaza, Atlanta
The Brookhaven Atlanta Hotel

The Brookhaven Atlanta Hotel

4 out of 5
2061 N. Druid Hills Road NE, Atlanta, GA
$94 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$114 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (554 reviews)
"I enjoyed the professional and friendly staff that checked me and checked me out. The Continental breakfast was AWESOME with a spacious clean sitting area. The whole layout is really nice and welcoming."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

The Brookhaven Atlanta Hotel
Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown

Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown

4 out of 5
265 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$107 nightly
The price is $130 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$130 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,682 reviews)
"Front desk, vallet, and the hospitality staff were awesome. The room was clean. The vallet service, specifically Quay, was very professional and efficient when bringing my car."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Hyatt Regency Atlanta Downtown
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Villas By the Sea Resort & Conference Center

Villas By the Sea Resort & Conference Center

3 out of 5
1175 N Beachview Dr, Jekyll Island, GA
Stay at this 3-star beach villa in Jekyll Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,017 reviews)
"The property was perfect for our family. We loved the location--close to everything. The pool was perfect after bike riding, sightseeing, and swimming at the beach."

Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

Villas By the Sea Resort & Conference Center
The Grant by Black Swan

The Grant by Black Swan

3.5 out of 5
5 W Broughton St, Savannah, GA
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Savannah. Enjoy free WiFi, in-room washers/dryers, and air conditioning. Popular attractions River Street and Forsyth Park ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (267 reviews)
"Absolutely amazing very simple"

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2025

The Grant by Black Swan
Extended Stay America Suites - Atlanta - Northlake

Extended Stay America Suites - Atlanta - Northlake

2.5 out of 5
3300 Northlake Pkwy Ne, Atlanta, GA
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
6.8/10 (555 reviews)
"There was a group in the parking lot screamingat each other and people hanging in the doorway to watch, ant covered old chicken wings on the ground at the entrance, curtains and dust ruffle stained with who knows what..."

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2025

Extended Stay America Suites - Atlanta - Northlake
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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