Macon, GA

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Hay House
Visit ancient Indian burial grounds, admire a wealth of fine historical architecture and dance in lively music venues when you come to Macon.

Known as the “Heart of Georgia,” Macon has wide boulevards lined with cherry trees, rich with delicate pink blossoms in the spring. The city is packed with historical buildings, superb restaurants and great live music venues.

You won’t have to stay long in Macon to realize this is a town that’s proud of its history. Over 5,000 buildings are listed as historical structures, including the resplendent Hay House and one of the city’s architectural centerpieces, St. Joseph’s Catholic Church. Outdating all of these, however, are the Indian mounds at Ocmulgee National Monument. Visit this 14,000-year-old site to learn about the local Native American history. Climb the Great Temple Mound for a view of the city.

Learn about the nation’s proud African-American heritage at the Tubman Museum. Study the spectacular 55-foot (17-meter) mural noting African-American accomplishments over centuries. Take thefamily to the Museum of Arts and Sciences. Enjoy the galleries and planetarium inside and nature trail and simulated limestone cave outside.

Some of America’s finest musicians came from Macon. Visit one of the numerous bars hosting bands and singers from the area. Pay homage to one of the town’s greats when you walk the Heritage Trail along the banks of the river. Here you will find a statue of the singer, Otis Redding. To find out more about the city’s musical heritage, head to the Georgia Music Hall of Fame.

Visit in March and April to experience one of the country’s most spectacular cherry blossom festivals. Macon has over 275,000 cherry trees full of pink flowers each spring. Several events take place in and around town to celebrate the blooming of the blossoms.

Macon is easily walkable, so you can see most of the major sights on foot. Buses do run regular services through the city, though driving is the best way to get around.

Best Western Riverside Inn
Best Western Riverside Inn
2.5 out of 5
2400 Riverside Dr, Macon, GA, 31204
The price is $77 per night from Jun 4 to Jun 5
$77
per night
Jun 4 - Jun 5
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Macon. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Staf was amazing and inside hotel room was clean. Ot was the parking lot in the front reception, by the bar, where we stepped out and found a dirty needle."

Reviewed on May 31, 2023

Best Western Riverside Inn
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Macon
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Macon
3 out of 5
4630 Sheraton Dr, Macon, GA, 31210
The price is $98 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
$98
per night
Jul 2 - Jul 3
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Macon. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Convenient location to I-75, clean property, good breakfast choices."

Reviewed on May 31, 2023

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Macon
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon West
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon West
2.5 out of 5
4615 Chambers Road, Macon, GA, 31206
The price is $100 per night from Jun 18 to Jun 19
$100
per night
Jun 18 - Jun 19
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Macon. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,015 reviews)
"Very convenient location with plenty of dinner options around. Hotel looks to be recently renovated sure all was clean and nice."

Reviewed on May 24, 2023

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon West
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.
LAVISH CONDO-BIG HOUSE MUSEUM, IDLE HR GOLF, WESLEYAN COLLEGE, MERCER UNIVERSITY
LAVISH CONDO-BIG HOUSE MUSEUM, IDLE HR GOLF, WESLEYAN COLLEGE, MERCER UNIVERSITY
Macon, GA
Stay at this family-friendly condo in Macon. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Museum of Arts and Sciences and Macon Little ...
6.8/10 (7 reviews)
Quick Trip to Macon
"My family had to make a quick trip to Macon for an event at my family's church that Sunday. We enjoyed our stay even if it were just one night. It was in a neighborhood that you can tell people own and are retired. It is quiet and close to every thing. Even uber eats pulled up fast. I would stay ..."

Reviewed on May 17, 2023

LAVISH CONDO-BIG HOUSE MUSEUM, IDLE HR GOLF, WESLEYAN COLLEGE, MERCER UNIVERSITY
Wildwood Family Fun Lake Cabin
Wildwood Family Fun Lake Cabin
Macon, GA
Stay at this cabin in Macon. Enjoy WiFi, 2 bathrooms, and 3 bedrooms. Popular attractions Museum of Arts and Sciences and Macon Little Theatre are located nearby. ...
10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
Overnight stay on our way to Florida
"We stopped for a night on our way to Florida. This property is gorgeous! Every room and every bed was clean and so comfortable. Our crew was thankful to rest in such a beautiful home. I only wish we could have stayed longer. The deck outside looking over the lake was so relaxing. I would have loved ..."

Reviewed on Apr 12, 2023

Wildwood Family Fun Lake Cabin
Gorgeously Renovated Historic Home in Macon- 5 minutes to Downtown
Gorgeously Renovated Historic Home in Macon- 5 minutes to Downtown
Macon, GA
Stay at this vacation home in Macon. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and a garden. Popular attractions The Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House and ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Perfect!
"Beautiful house and convenient to everything. The house was well stocked and comfortable. We had a wonderful time."

Reviewed on May 31, 2023

Gorgeously Renovated Historic Home in Macon- 5 minutes to Downtown
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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