As the Gateway to Cumberland Island and the Georgia Coast, St. Marys offers a laid-back vibe with Southern charm for a perfect relaxing retreat or an outdoor adventure! Attractions include the downtown historic district, the St. Marys Submarine Museum, and St. Marys Waterfront Park. You can visit...
Rabun Gap-Wolffork Valley has always been the center of farming in Rabun County because of its relatively flat topography in the river valley of the natural gap in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Nestled down Betty Creek Road is the Hambidge Center, a retreat for artists, writers and creative thinkers who...
Only an hour's drive from Atlanta, Jefferson was designated the county seat of Jackson County on November 24, 1806. The city, named for President Thomas Jefferson, was the site of a previous Indian settlement named Thomoccoggan. The city was then incorporated as Jeffersonville. Later, the name was...
Originally named Young Harris College in honor of Judge Young Loftin Gerdine Harris of Athens, the name was soon shortened to Young Harris. The modern Young Harris College is a four-year college nestled in the heart of town. Located on the campus is Rollins Planetarium, which offers Friday night...
Just 60 miles northeast of Atlanta, the college town of Athens is a cultural hub of creative energy. The vibe comes from a robust visual and performing arts scene, live music almost every night of the week, amazing food and beverage offerings, innovative creators and more. Athens is home to the...
Sapelo is a state-managed barrier island, the fourth largest in the chain of Coastal Georgia islands between the Savannah and St. Marys rivers. Accessible only by passenger ferry, Sapelo provides a number of public access recreational, educational and lodging opportunities. The Georgia Department of...
Ball Ground — once a quaint agricultural settlement — is a growing community nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Just an hour north of Atlanta, Ball Ground features a charming downtown with restaurants, breweries, and taverns, as well as weekly events like fitness classes, local...
Knoxville was founded in 1823 as seat of Crawford County. It was incorporated as a town in 1825. The former city's municipal charter was dissolved in 1995 pursuant to a Georgia law that abolished city governments that were defunct or minimally operative. Surrounding the stately historic county...
Welcome to a special place where you can get a glimpse of some of the scenes filmed in "The Walking Dead." This historical district of Senoia is found just outside of Atlanta. Grand in its simplicity, Senoia is a destination for those who seek to decompress from a modern, fast-paced lifestyle. It's...
Home to one of only a few operating train turntables in the United States, Summerville is truly a step back in time. Special events are held at the Summerville Depot monthly March through December. Steam into Summerville Railroad Days runs October until mid-November, bringing a variety of...