Are you looking for some amazing, top-rated sites in Georgia for your family to visit on your next road trip? Would you love to find a couple of incredible (and memorable) sites that your kids are sure to love? Or maybe you’re wanting a quick leg stretcher or two to help break up your drive through the state? If you answered yes to any of the above, then this post is for you!
After living in Georgia for several years and then having vacationed here many times with my own children I’d love to share with you what sites in Georgia we think are truly exceptional! They are sites that we honestly feel go above and beyond and are definitely worth checking out.
GEORGIA ROAD TRIP
50+ Top Things to Do & Places to Go with Kids
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ATLANTA AREA THINGS TO DO
1) GEORGIA AQUARIUM
The Georgia Aquarium is the largest aquarium in the entire Western Hemisphere and the only aquarium outside of Asia where you can see actual Whale Sharks, the largest fish species in the world! The Georgia Aquarium is also the only aquarium in the United States to house the enormous and beautiful Manta Rays. And they are only one of four aquariums in the world to display this species! Watching their graceful water dance and their natural signature backflips is absolutely mesmerizing!
Our Experience: Watching a whale shark open its 4 1/2 foot wide mouth to gulp down tiny krill was truly incredible to see! So, definitely find out when the Whale Shark Feeding time is when you first arrive so that you don’t miss it.
Another highlight, especially for my shark-loving son, was getting to touch an epaulette shark! And it was free! So, don’t miss the touch tank that houses several small epaulette sharks if you’d like to have this experience too.
Time Needed: 3-4 hours
2) ZOO ATLANTA
Zoo Atlanta is a fantastic zoo with more than 1,500 animals from 220 species. This is an amazing place to see incredible animals like Gorillas, Sloths and Pandas!
Special Wildlife Encounter Add-ons Available: Panda (limited), Elephant, Lemur, Warthog, Aldebra Tortoise and more.
3) THE WORLD OF COCA-COLA
The World of Coca-Cola, located right next to the Georgia Aquarium, is a fun sight where you can journey through the history of this iconic brand and taste samples of coke products from around the world!
Our Experience: The tasting room was my favorite part! Some of the drinks to sample were so different than anything I had ever tasted before (both good and bad), but definitely an experience not to miss.
4) MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. NATIONAL HISTORIC PARK
This is a highly rated historic park that includes Martin Luther King Jr.’s birth home, Ebeneezer Baptist Church and his final resting place. Hear his story, visit where he played as a child and hear his voice in the church where he moved so many hearts and minds. Learn all about Martin Luther King Jr and the important role he played in American history.
5) ATLANTA BOTANICAL GARDEN
The Atlantic Botanical Garden is a gorgeous 30 acre garden located in the middle of Atlanta. Wander through the beautiful Rose Garden, the meticulous Japanese Garden, the cool Edible Garden, the lush Tropical Rotunda and so much more. For families, there is also a fun Children’s Garden. And make sure you see the Cascades Garden, where you will find an impressive living sculpture of Earth Goddess. This sculpture, made of plants, is absolutely stunning, and Huge!
6) DELTA FLIGHT MUSEUM
The Delta Flight Museum is a family-Friendly site where you can trace the history of Delta Airlines, see vintage aircraft and explore various hands-on exhibits.
Located at Delta’s Atlanta headquarters — just seconds from world’s busiest airport — the newly renovated Delta Flight Museum offers a one-of-a-kind experience.
At the Museum, guests can:
- Get an up-close look at historic aircraft dating back to the 1920s
- Explore exhibits inside our historic Boeing 767, The Spirit of Delta
- Tour the 1st Boeing 747-400 produced and walk on the wing!
- Fly the only Boeing 737 flight simulator open to the public in the U.S.
7) FERNBANK MUSEUM
The Fernbank Museum is a wonderful 3-story Natural Science Museum that houses dinosaur skeletons, outdoor forest paths and fun interactive exhibits that are perfect for elementary-aged kids.
8) STONE MOUNTAIN PARK
Stone Mountain is a beautiful large park on the east side of Atlanta that contains the largest piece of exposed granite in the world! It’s Huge!! And families can easily walk 1 mile up to the top of it for a fantastic view.
Stone Mountain has tons of family-friendly activities such as a cable car ride to the top (if you don’t want to walk), a train ride around the base, a summer laser light show and so much more. Plus there are fun festivals and activities that occur throughout the year.
But to be honest, as much as I loved going to Stone Mountain as a child, I have yet to take my own children here. And this is because there is a huge Confederate carving upon the stone’s face of Jefferson Davis, Robert E Lee and “Stonewall” Jackson. As an adult I now have conflicting feelings about this park. The park itself is great, but the carving, feels out of place. Even with my mixed feelings on this, I wanted to list it here so that you could decide for yourself if this would be a fun place to visit for your family.
9) KENNESAW MOUNTAIN NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD PARK
This is a preserved site of an 1864 Civil War battle. There is a visitor’s center featuring a film & artifacts.
When you arrive, pick up a brochure which will guide you on a driving tour of our 4 stops. Make sure to watch the 18 minute orientation film; learn the path the troops took to find their way to Kennesaw Georgia. Then, enjoy the museum with authentic uniforms, weapons and flags.
On the weekends, you can either hike to the top or take our shuttle bus which runs every 30 minutes. Shuttle bus tickets must be obtained before riding.
On weekends, federal holidays, and days of projected heavy pedestrian use, the mountain road is limited to foot traffic only. For this reason, Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park provides free shuttle bus transportation to the top of the mountain and back down. While the bus transportation is free, normal park entrance rates still apply.
10) RED TOP MOUNTAIN STATE PARK
Red Top Mountain State Park is a wooded peninsula surrounded by Lake Allatoona featuring water sports, trails, campsites & cottages.
While best known for the 12,000 acre lake, Red Top Mountain is also a hiker’s haven. More than 15 miles of trails wind through the forested park.
Travel Tip: This is a fun sight to visit if you will be in the Atlanta area for a while and are wanting to spend a little time in nature, but not drive too far from the city.
NORTHEAST GEORGIA ROAD TRIP STOPS
(stops are near US-23/ HWY 441 or GA-75)
11) CONSOLIDATED GOLD MINE
At Consolidated Gold Mine, walk down 200 feet below the surface, into a real gold mine!
Our Experience: Our family loved this 40 minutes tour and we learned so much about this mine’s fascinating history. I had no clue previously that there was a gold rush in Georgia in 1828, 20 years before the gold rush in California!
But for our young kids, their highlight was wearing a hard hat as they toured the mine underground and then getting to pan for gold after the tour. (This is included in the tour price.) They were sure that we had struck it rich with the couple of flakes we found!
12) BABYLAND GENERAL HOSPITAL
At Babyland Hospital you will get the opportunity to see Cabbage Patch Dolls being born! The staff is all dressed like nurses, the building is beautifully decorated and you can watch a “birthing ceremony” where the baby is born from a tree. Please note that this is NOT a factory tour where Cabbage Patch Dolls are actually being made. This is more of an experience with a store where you can purchase cabbage patch dolls. This would be especially fun for any kid that love cabbage patch dolls!
Disclaimer: We have not taken our three boys here, since they did not really have an interest, but my niece went and absolutely loved it!
13) HELEN, GA
Helen, GA is a unique mountain town that is known for it’s Bavarian-styled buildings, vineyards, German Food and fun nearby activities like tubing down a river and flying down a mountain on a coaster. This is a great town to grab a great meal while passing through or to spend a few days exploring the outdoors.
Our Experience: Our family loved visiting this cute little town and grabbing a traditional German dinner on our road trip passing through. The atmosphere is so unique and picturesque. We absolutely loved it!
Travel Tip: The Georgia Mountain Coaster and Cool River Tubing – Chatahoochee River Outpost is here too!
14) ANNA RUBY FALLS
Anna Ruby Fall Scenic Area is a great place to easily see the scenic beauty of the forest along a mountain stream with the highlight being the picturesque twin waterfalls that plunge more than 150 feet (tallest.)
Anna Ruby Falls Trail: This 0.4-mile paved foot trail takes you along the banks of Smith Creek from the visitor center to the two observation decks near the base of the twin waterfalls.
Travel Tip: This waterfall is close to Helen, GA
15) TALLULAH GORGE
Tallulah Gorge is a beautiful 1,000 foot deep gorge, located in northeast Georgia. Here you can hiked down to a fun suspension bridge that hangs 80 feet above the river below. You can also hiked down to the gorge floor or walk along a rim trail.
Our Experience: Our family hiked to both the Suspension Bridge and the Gorge Floor and it was a ton of fun! Yet I will warn you, there are over 300 steps down and then 300 steps back up on this ~2 mile hike, so it was definitely a challenge. (Please note that this hike does not need a permit, but if you want to hike along the floor base for an all day adventure then you will need to get a permit, which are limited and can go fast.)
Yet, even if you are not a hiker, Tallulah Gorge also makes for a great place to just stretch your legs. Located immediately adjacent to Hwy 441, you can simply drive in (for $5) and take a few moments to look at the beautiful overlook located near the parking lot and visitor center. It really is a pretty view.
And if you are driving on HWY 441 north of Tallulah Gorge, you also might want to check out Goats on the Roof for a fun stop where your family can feed goats and eat some delicious ice cream!
Road Trip Tip: Tallulah Gorge is located literally right next to HWY 441! So if you are on a road trip, this would be a fantastic leg stretcher – even if you just go to the overlook for the fantastic view.
NORTH CENTRAL GEORGIA ROAD TRIP STOPS
16) CHATTAHOOCHEE-OCONEE NATIONAL FORESTS
This is Georgia’s only National Forest and it is a gorgeous area featuring nearly 867,000 acres across 26 counties. There are thousands of miles of clear-running streams and rivers, approximately 850 miles of recreation trails, and dozens of campgrounds, picnic areas, and other recreation activity opportunities. These lands are rich in natural scenery, history and culture & contain part of the Appalachian Trail.
Top Areas of this National Forest:
VOGEL STATE PARK
One of Georgia’s oldest and most beloved state parks, Vogel is located at the base of Blood Mountain in the Chattahoochee National Forest.
Vogel is particularly popular during the fall when the Blue Ridge Mountains transform into a rolling blanket of red, yellow and gold leaves. Hikers can choose from a variety of trails, including the popular 4-mile Bear Hair Gap loop, an easy lake loop that leads to Trahlyta Falls, and the challenging 13-mile Coosa Backcountry Trail.
AMICOLA FALLS STATE PARK
Amicola Falls State Park is home to a gorgeous 729-foot waterfall that is located in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains of the Chattahoochee-Oconee National Forest. At this State Park, you can find a beautiful mountain top lodge, dining and plenty of trails, but the main attraction here is definitely the stunning Amicola Falls. The best way to view Amicola Falls is to walk the 1 mile trail from the bottom of the falls to the top. This is a strenuous trail with approximately 600 steps, but it is completely worth it! And then to get back to your car, take the East Ridge Trail to make a 2.2 mile loop. But if you would rather walk down all of those steps instead of up then you can walk this top-rated loop counterclockwise.
If you do not want to walk this trail, then you can simply drive up to the top to see the spectacular overlook. When driving, make sure you stop at the mid-point, where you can park (in a small lot) and take a short walk to a bridge that spans the width of the falls. But please note that parking is limited, and that on crowded weekends it probably will be difficult to find a place to park.
Tip: The Visitor Center is at the bottom of the falls and a nice lodge/ campsites (with a restaurant) are at the top of the falls. We recommend visiting early in the day or on weekdays if possible due to the high level of crowds that tend to visit this beautiful park.
Time Needed: About 2 hours to walk the loop and enjoy the views
FALL TRAVEL TIP: The week of October 24 is typically the peak for the north Georgia mountains.
Top driving suggestions for Fall include:
- Russell-Brasstown National Scenic Byway
- U.S. Highway 76 between Blairsville and Clayton
- State Highway 197 between Clarksville and U.S. Highway 76
17) MERCIER ORCHARDS
Mercer Orchards is a picturesque, 300-acre orchard started in 1943 with a variety of pick-your-own seasonal fruits. The U-pick is from May – October, subject to availability and weather. May is Strawberries, June is Blueberries, July is Blackberries, August-October is Apples.
This is a great family-friendly activity and our kids love it!
Time Needed: Varies depending on how long you or if you are picking fruit
18) BLUERIDGE SCENIC RAILWAY
Enjoy a four-hour, 26-mile roundtrip journey along the Toccoa River through the beautiful North Georgia countryside. Please note that there is a 2 hour layover during this journey where you can enjoy their quaint sister towns along this route. This is a perfect way for a child to experience a train ride or for a family looking for a unique experience.
Time Needed: 4 hours just for the train ride
19) EXPEDITION BIGFOOT: The Sasquatch Museum
Expedition BIGFOOT is a small, but really fun museum that is completely dedicated to this mysterious sasquatch. (They are also a research and reporting center too!) Here you can see neat photos, hear stories of encounters and learn about sighting locations and more. Whether you are a believer or not, this little museum would be a fun place to check out.
Time needed: 45 min – 1 hour
NORTHWEST GEORGIA ROAD TRIP STOPS
20) ROCK CITY GARDENS
Rock City Gardens is located on top of Lookout Mountain, just 6 miles from Chattanooga. Here you can take a stroll among massive ancient rock formations, walk a 180″ Suspension Bridge, wander through fun-themed gardens, see a 90″ waterfall and catch a one-of-a-kind panoramic view of 7 STATES!
Travel Planning Tip: This is very near RUBY FALLS in Tennessee
Time Needed: 1 1/2 – 2 hours
21) CHICKAMAUGA & CHATTANOOGA NATIONAL MILITARY PARK
Historic Civil War Battlefield site and park that features monuments, old canons and trails where you can take a ranger-lead or self-guided tour to learn more about this land’s important history.
There are two separate visitor centers to check out in this park.
The Chickamauga Battlefield Visitor Center houses exhibits from the Civil War, including the Fuller Gun Collection, which many consider one of the best displays of military small arms in the United States. There is also a 26 minute orientation video, The Campaign for Chattanooga: Death Knell of the Confederacy.
The second visitor center is Lookout Mountain Battlefield Visitor Center. Here there are displays of the Battles for Chattanooga and an original painting from an eyewitness to the battle.
22) CLOUDLAND CANYON STATE PARK
Located on the western edge of Lookout Mountain, Cloudland Canyon is one of the largest and most scenic parks in the state. Home to thousand-foot deep canyons, sandstone cliffs, wild caves, waterfalls, cascading creeks, dense woodland and abundant wildlife, the park offers ample outdoor recreation.
(Cave tours are by reservation only – April, June, July, September, October)
There are 64 miles of trails. The most popular hiking paths include the short Overlook Trail, the strenuous 1.8 mile Waterfalls Trail and the moderate 5 mile West Rim Loop Trail.
Guests seeking an overnight experience can choose from fully-equipped and comfortable cottages, quirky yurts or several different types of camping and backpacking options.
SOUTHWEST GEORGIA ROAD TRIP STOPS
23) PROVIDENCE CANYON STATE PARK
Considered Georgia’s “Little Grand Canyon,” Providence Canyon State Park is a prominent example of the power of man’s influence on the land. Here you will find massive 150′ gullies that were caused by poor farming practices during the 1800s. But today, the canyon soil’s brilliant pink, orange, red and purple colors make some of the prettiest photographs within the state.
For Flower Lovers: The rare Plumleaf Azalea grows only in this region and it blooms during July and August when most azaleas have lost their color.
Travel Tips: Visitors can enjoy views of the canyons from the rim trail. Please take care to stay behind fences and off the fragile canyon edge. Hikers who explore the deepest canyons will usually find a thin layer of water along the trail, indication of the water table below. Guests who hike to canyons 4 and 5 may want to join the Canyon Climbers Club, which offers of several climbing challenges across the state of Georgia.
Time Needed: Canyon Loop Trail – 2.5 miles (Moderate) ~2 hours. For a longer hike you can take of the inner trails to hike to each of the Canyons 1-9. There is also a Backcountry Trail – 7 mile Loop (Difficult) ~6 hours.
24) THE NATIONAL INFANTRY MUSEUM
The National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center, presents exhibits to learn all about the history of the U.S. Army Infantry and honor the legacy of the brave soldiers who have served our country.
See a collection of more than 70,000 artifacts from the last 240 years of American military history. Explore on your own or book a guided tour. Visit the Giant Screen Theater, Combat Simulators, and the Fife & Drum Restaurant.
Travel Tip: The museum is closed on Mondays, except it is open on Memorial Day, Labor Day and Veterans Day.
25) WILD ANIMAL SAFARI – Pine Mountain, Georgia
Drive-thru safari park with 65 types of exotic animals. The drive-thru safari is a 3.5 mile path. You can travel from the comfort of your own vehicle, ride in a rented safari vehicle or ride on the bus tour with a guide. You are allowed to feed the animals on your drive with park purchased feed only.
Included in admission is the ability to walk about the zoo area, meet up to 150 different species of animals and possibly feed some of the animals with park purchased feed.
You can also add-on a special animal encounter. Choices include a sloth encounter and a reptile encounter.
26) LITTLE WHITE HOUSE HISTORIC SITE
Franklin D Roosevelt first came to Warm Springs in 1924 hoping to find a cure for the infantile paralysis (polio) that had struck him in 1921. Swimming in the 88-degree, buoyant spring waters brought him no miracle cure, but it did bring improvement. In 1932 he built his “Little White House” home.
Visitors can tour FDR’s home, which has been carefully preserved very much as he left it, the servants and guest quarters, and the nearby pools complex that first brought the future president to Warm Springs.
In the museum portion see FDR’s 1938 Ford convertible with hand controls, his Fireside Chats playing over a 1930s radio, his stagecoach, a theater and more.
Traveler Tip: Museum, grounds, house, and pools museum are self-guided during opening hours.
Ranger led guided tours are available on Saturday and Sunday at 10:00am. Call for Reservations.
27) CALLAWAY RESORT & GARDENS
Resort with vast gardens, 2 golf courses & multiple dining venues, plus a beach with water sports.
General Admission Callaway Gardens tickets include access to the Virginia Hand Callaway Discovery Center, Cecil B. Day Butterfly Center, Free-flighted Bird of Prey Shows (during suitable weather), Callaway Brothers Azalea Bowl, Robin Lake Beach (open seasonally), many walking trails, and over 10 miles on the Discover Bicycle Trail.
Add-ons: Treetops Adventure Ziplines, Bike Rentals, Golf, Kayak/ Canoe/ Paddle Board/ Pedal Boats Rentals, Boat and Fishing Gear Rentals, plus Guided Fly-Fishing, Trout Fishing or Bass Excursions and more!
Lodging available onsite in Cottages, Villas or at the Lodge.
Special Events Include: Birdfest, Symphony on the Sand, Memorial Day Weekend Ski & Wakeboard Tournament, July 4th Beach Party, Labor Day Weekend Hot Air Balloon Show & Glow, Fantasy in Lights and more!
28) JIMMY CARTER NATIONAL HISTORIC PARK
Preserved buildings linked to former President Carter, including his boyhood farm & school.
SOUTH CENTRAL GEORGIA ROAD TRIP STOPS
(Most of these sights are close to I-75 & perfect for a quick road trip stop.)
29) MUSEUM OF AVIATION
The Museum of Aviation is a Free Museum that sits on 51 acres and has 4 large (air-conditioned) buildings that house over 80 historic U.S. Air Force Aircraft and houses a flight simulator.
Highlights include a P-51 Mustang, a F-84 Thunderjet and a P-40 Warhawk.
Traveler Tip: See the outside portion of the museum in the morning before the heat of the day.
Road Trip Tip: This is right off I-75 (approximately 1 hour 40 minutes south of Atlanta)
Time Needed: 2 hour minimum
Our Experience: (When our family visited I had only allowed 1 hour as a quick road trip stop. But this place was HUGE! We managed to see everything in 2 hours but we easily could have stayed longer.)
30) OCUMULGEE MOUNDS NATIONAL HISTORIC PARK
Historic park boasts Native American ceremonial earth mounds & a museum with artifacts on display.
Road Trip Tip: Near I-75 by Macon, Georgia
31) LANE SOUTHERN ORCHARDS
Sizable and highly rated roadside store & cafe featuring fresh peaches & pecans, plus buffet-style Southern fare.
Our Experience: So honestly this is just a cute store with a TON of peaches, peach inspired foods, nuts galore, a few gift-type items and a cafe. It’s great for a quick visit, especially if you are hungry, but don’t feel that you need to go out of your way for it.
When our family visited, I was a little disappointed that we couldn’t see any of the peach packaging process that was going on in the back part of the building. (They closed access to that several years ago during Covid and it hasn’t reopened.) And there was no U-Pick option for the peaches, but we did buy some yummy peach bread and peach syrup to take home with us.
So, if you are looking to try some of Georgia’s delicious peaches or peach inspired foods then this is an fantastic spot to stop at!
Road Trip Tip: Located only 5 miles off I-75 (approximately 1 hour 40 minutes south of Atlanta)
32) ANDERSONVILLE NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE
The historical site of a Civil War prison for Union troops, now a memorial for all American POWs.
Road Trip Tip: Not too far from I-75
33) WILD ADVENTURES
Waterpark, Theme Park and Animal Park all-in-one in this 170-acre park in Valdosta, GA.
Rated as the #1 Theme Park in Georgia by Trip Advisor.
Road Trip Tip: Located just of I-75 near the Florida boarder.
SOUTHEAST GEORGIA ROAD TRIP STOPS
34) OKEFENOKEE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE
The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge is North America’s largest black water swamp! It lies at the headwaters of the Suwannee and St. Marys rivers. The refuge provides habitat for threatened and endangered species, such as the red-cockaded woodpecker, indigo snake, and wood stork, along with a wide variety of other wildlife. It is world renowned for its amphibian populations that are bio-indicators of global health.The Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge (ONWR) has 353,981 acres of National Wilderness Area within the refuge boundaries. In addition, the refuge is listed as a Wetland of International Importance.
Travel Tip: Check out the Richard S Bolt Visitor Center on the East side of the park as one of the main entrances. The other main entrance is at Stephen C Foster State Park (within ONWR) which can be accessed from the SW side of the park.
Fun Fact: Approximately 12,000 alligators live within the refuge.
Fun Activities: Day & Overnight Paddling Trips (+rentals), Fishing, Overnight Camping, Wildlife Watching, Self-Guided 7.2 mile Audio Tour and more.
Top Trails (Hiking/ Canoe): Sea Grove Lake Trail/ Chesser Island Boardwalk & Nature Trail – 1.6 miles (Easy). This is 4 miles south of the Richard Bolt Visitor Center (ONWR) on the east side of the park. Cane Pole Trail – 0.5 miles (Easy) This trail is great for Birding and leaves right from the Visitor Center of ONWR. Okefenokee Wilderness Canoe Trail – 10.2 miles (Easy) in the Stephen C Foster State Park Section of the Refuge – See Alltrails for details.
Rentals, Guided Tours & Bike Rentals available in the Wildlife Refuge at Okeenokee Adventures on the east side of the park. Or you can rent kayaks/ canoes near the Steven C Foster Park boat ramp to go to Billy’s Island, pass a thousand year old Cultural Mound, see a small pioneer cemetery or simply paddle the 15 miles of trails throughout this section of the park.
35) JEKYLL ISLAND
Jekyll Island was once a private island owned by ultra-rich families such as the Rockefellers, Morgans, Cranes, and Pulitzers. Today, the island is owned by the state of Georgia.
– DRIFTWOOD BEACH –Gorgeous beach located on the north end of Jekyll Island featuring numerous picturesque driftwood trees.
– GEORGIA SEA TURTLE CENTER – Educational center devoted to the study, care & rehabilitation of sea turtles & their environment.
– 24 MILES OF BIKE PATHS – Free bike path maps are available at the Jekyll Island Welcome Center and at the bike barn on Shell Road. Jekyll Island Bike Rentals are available adjacent to the island’s miniature golf course and on location at many of island’s hotels. (Great for getting around the entire island!)
– SUMMER WAVES WATER PARK – Waterpark with features such as a lazy river, splash zone & slides, plus an area for small kids.
– HORSEBACK RIDE ALONG THE BEACH – Jekyll Island beach rides last approximately 1.5 or 3 hours (longer tour includes a forest ride.) (Rides are also available of St. Simons Island & Sea Island)
36) ST. SIMON’S ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE MUSEUM
Historic coastal property with a lighthouse & educational exhibits in the former keeper’s dwelling. You can climb the working lighthouse tower and explore the keeper’s dwelling, which houses museum exhibits and a gift shop.
37) FORT MCALLISTAR STATE PARK
Historic riverside Civil War fort with museum & special programs plus recreation & camping areas.
38) GEORGE L. SMITH STATE PARK
Kayak through a picturesque Cypress Swamp.
Travel Tip: Same Day Reservations required for boats on Saturday and Sunday. Walk-ups may be available M-F.
SAVANNAH AREA THINGS TO DO
39) SAVANNAH HISTORIC DISTRICT
Savannah’s picturesque historic district brings the traditional southern atmosphere to life.
40) OLD TOWN TROLLEY TOURS OF SAVANNAH
Get an informative overview of Savannah in a fun way on this 8 mile (100 minute) hop-on-and-off highly rated trolley tour.
The most popular stops include the American Prohibition Museum, the Davenport House Museum, Pirates House, Chippewa Square, River Street, and the Ships of the Sea Maritime Museum.
This is Savannah’s Most Popular Tour! I think it is a fantastic way to see the main sights in Savannah and learn some of its fascinating history.
Or check out the “Savannah for Morons” Comedy Trolley Tour
41) SAVANNAH RIVERBOAT CRUISES
Enjoy a meal, entertainment and an unforgettable tour of our historic waterfront city aboard a Savannah Riverboat Cruise. Brunch, Lunch, Harbor Sightseeing and Sunset Cruises are available.
Don’t forget to wander the Historic Riverfront along the water’s edge too!
Trolley Tour + Riverboat Combo Deal
42) CHIPPEWA SQUARE
This is the site of a museum, theater & Forrest Gump’s famous bus bench, named for the Battle of Chippewa.
43) GEORGIA STATE RAILROAD MUSEUM
This museum offers displays of historic railcars & rolling stock, plus guided tours & train rides. The museum also gives visitors the opportunity to engage in interactive experiences such as a working handcar.
44) NATIONAL MUSEUM OF THE MIGHTY EIGHTH AIR FORCE
This is a 90,000-sq.-ft. complex exhibiting real aircraft, images & medals from the 8th Air Force.
45) WORMSLOE STATE HISTORIC SITE
Visit a breathtaking avenue sheltered by live oaks and Spanish moss that leads to the tabby ruins of Wormsloe, the colonial estate of Noble Jones (1702–1775). Jones was a carpenter who arrived in Georgia in 1733 with James Oglethorpe and the first group of settlers from England. Wormsloe’s tabby ruin is the oldest standing structure in Savannah.
Traveler Tip: Google Maps has the main reviewed Wormsloe Site appearing mapped in Louisville, KY instead of in Savannah, but it shows the Savannah address. So if you are looking for lots of reviews, look there.
46) FORT PULASKI NATIONAL MONUMENT
This is a Civil War landmark near Savannah that offers ranger tours, historic exhibits plus riverside hiking & biking trails.
The film “The Battle for Fort Pulaski,” is a 20 minute film that highlights the history of Fort Pulaski from its early construction to the later struggle for its control during the Civil War. It is shown at the Visitor Center every half hour.
47) OLD FORT JACKSON
Visit Georgia’s oldest standing brick fort. Cannon firings and interactive programs are offered daily.
48) TYBEE ISLAND LIGHT STATION AND MUSEUM
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.
Traveler Tip: The Lighthouse is CLOSED TUESDAYS.
49) CUMBERLAND ISLAND NATIONAL SEASHORE
Only accessible by boat or ferry, here you can find wild horses, historic ruins, long stretches of untouched beaches, marshes, and maritime forests on this 9,800 acres of Congressionally designated beautiful remote wilderness.
EAST GEORGIA ROAD TRIP STOPS
50) THE STATE BOTANICAL GARDEN OF GEORGIA
Visit this free 313-acre horticultural conservatory, in conjunction with the University of Georgia. with walking paths & education programs for kids & adults.
51) WATSON MILL BRIDGE STATE PARK
Riverside campground featuring a 229-ft. wooden covered bridge, the longest in Georgia.
52) PHINIZY SWAMP NATURE PARK
Forest & swampland featuring multiuse trails, plus a science facility offering classes & events.
53) FORT YARGO STATE PARK
Historic fort in a state park with campsites, yurts, over 21 miles of trails, bike paths & a beach on a 260-acre lake.
Travel Tip: ~ 1 hour east of Atlanta
I hope you enjoyed our favorite top family sites for a Road Trip through Georgia.
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