When you feel like getting away for a weekend, look no further than in your home state, Georgia! With our many historical towns, and southern quaintness we have some of the best road trips around. Take a trip down to Savannah or go into the city of Atlanta. No matter where you go you’ll be sure to see something new and make some memorable experiences. Here are 10 of the best road trips in Georgia you can take. Be sure to prepare accordingly — may we suggest our Road Trip Essentials Packing List & Guide?
- Savannah, GA
Savannah RCraig09 via Wikimedia Historic Savannah is a favorite among Georgia Residents. Visitors have access to several beaches and marshes such as Jekyll Island and Cumberland Island. Nearby college students frequent the bar scene on Riverwalk Street, and couples fall in love with the historic houses and shops. Just a four-hour drive from Atlanta, Savannah is the perfect get-away for couples, friends, or families and is a perfect place if you’re looking for day trips in Georgia.
River Street in Savannah, GA
Daniel Mayer via Wikimedia Head to the Visit Savannah website to learn more. Savannah, GA, USA
- Atlanta, GA
Josh Hallett via Wikimedia The state capital hosts many tourist attractions if you’re looking for things to do in Georgia. Atlanta is home to the largest aquarium in the western hemisphere, the World of Coke, the CNN Center, and more recently added, the Football Hall of Fame. There are many other museums, parks, and attractions for visitors to see. Depending on where you live in Georgia, downtown Atlanta is anywhere from a 30 minute drive to just a few hours away.
The Atlanta skyline features one of the tallest buildings in Atlanta, the Bank of America Tower.
Chuck Koeler via Wikimedia Head to the Discover Atlanta website to learn more. Atlanta, GA, USA
- Macon, GA
Rheave via Wikimedia As with much of Georgia, there are so much history in Macon. One can go see the historic Opera House, the Hay House, or the beautiful St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, just a few of the many must-visit attractions in Georgia.
The Historic Hay House in Macon, GA
Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation via Wikimedia Head to the Macon website to learn more. Macon, GA, USA
- Valdosta, GA
Ebyabe/Wikimedia Commons Not only is Valdosta the hometown of President Jimmy Carter, it has a water park, wonderful wildlife, and roller coasters. Valdosta is a great place to take the kids for some quality family fun.
Head to the Visit Valdosta website to learn more. Valdosta, GA, USA
- Athens, GA
Berniestew via Wikimedia Here in Georgia, Athens is known for “Georgia” a nickname for the University of Georgia. You can’t talk about Athens without talking about football! Take the family up to Athens for a UGA football game or see the famous double barreled cannon if you’re looking for things to do in Georgia.
The double barreled cannon is a landmark for Athens, Georgia.
Kotivalo via Wikimedia Read our coverage on Athens, Georgia to learn more. Athens, GA, USA
- North Georgia Mountains
Mmacbeth via Wikimedia Visiting the North Georgia Mountains in the northeast needs no explanation–it’s simply beautiful! If you’ve never gotten the chance to experience the majestic brilliance of the North Georgia Mountains, which are part of the Blue Ridge Mountains, it is definitely a worthy road trip. Go up in the fall and stay in a cabin to experience the beauty of autumn. If you’re looking for nature day trips in Georgia, head to the mountains!
Map highlighting some of the counties that contain the North Georgia Mountains.
US Census Bureau Read our coverage on the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains to learn more. North Georgia Mountains, Georgia 30528, USA
- Lookout Mountain
Goonarific via Flickr Lookout Mountain is located in Georgia, but is right outside of Chattanooga, Tennessee. Perhaps the most beautiful part of Lookout Mountain is Lovers Leap which is a 100 plus foot waterfall.
A beautiful sunset at Lookout Mountain.
Stephen Rahn via Flickr Head to the Lookout Mountain website to learn more. Lookout Mountain, GA 30750, USA
- Cumberland Island
anoldent via Flickr Cumberland Island is a wonderful natural wonderland. It is one of the largest undeveloped barrier islands along the Georgia coast. Wild horses roam the island. This is a great place to take the family on a vacation.
Cumberland Island is a wonderful place to experience many different types of wildlife.
majunznk via Flickr Read our coverage on Cumberland Island to learn more. Cumberland Island, Georgia, USA
- Frick’s Cave Preserve, Georgia
Alan Cressler via Flickr Take your family caving! On the east side of Lookout Mountain is Frick’s Cave. Frick’s Cave is home to 10,000 endangered Gray Bats and the rare Tennessee Salamander. Due to the endangered species, visitors are only allowed in the cave once per year in the winter during an annual Open House Day when the bats are not present. This is one place to add to your day trips in Georgia bucket list.
Head to the Frick’s Cave Preserve webpage to learn more. Fricks Cave Preserve, 1510 Fricks Gap Rd, Chickamauga, GA 30707, USA
- Jekyll Island
NatalieMaynor via Flickr Last on our list of the best road trips in Georgia is Jekyll Island, another barrier island along the coast. You and your family can take walks along the beach, bike, and go on guided tours.
Read our coverage on Jekyll Island to learn more. Jekyll Island, Georgia 31527, USA
Taking a trip around Georgia means fun-filled memories and more than likely a history lesson as well! There are so many great places to visit in Georgia, so make a list and get going today! If you know any other best road trips in Georgia that should be on this list, let us know!
Savannah RCraig09 via Wikimedia
Historic Savannah is a favorite among Georgia Residents. Visitors have access to several beaches and marshes such as Jekyll Island and Cumberland Island. Nearby college students frequent the bar scene on Riverwalk Street, and couples fall in love with the historic houses and shops. Just a four-hour drive from Atlanta, Savannah is the perfect get-away for couples, friends, or families and is a perfect place if you’re looking for day trips in Georgia.
Daniel Mayer via Wikimedia
Head to the Visit Savannah website to learn more.
Savannah, GA, USA
Josh Hallett via Wikimedia
The state capital hosts many tourist attractions if you’re looking for things to do in Georgia. Atlanta is home to the largest aquarium in the western hemisphere, the World of Coke, the CNN Center, and more recently added, the Football Hall of Fame. There are many other museums, parks, and attractions for visitors to see. Depending on where you live in Georgia, downtown Atlanta is anywhere from a 30 minute drive to just a few hours away.
Chuck Koeler via Wikimedia
Head to the Discover Atlanta website to learn more.
Atlanta, GA, USA
Rheave via Wikimedia
As with much of Georgia, there are so much history in Macon. One can go see the historic Opera House, the Hay House, or the beautiful St. Joseph’s Catholic Church, just a few of the many must-visit attractions in Georgia.
Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation via Wikimedia
Head to the Macon website to learn more.
Macon, GA, USA
Ebyabe/Wikimedia Commons
Not only is Valdosta the hometown of President Jimmy Carter, it has a water park, wonderful wildlife, and roller coasters. Valdosta is a great place to take the kids for some quality family fun.
Head to the Visit Valdosta website to learn more.
Valdosta, GA, USA
Berniestew via Wikimedia
Here in Georgia, Athens is known for “Georgia” a nickname for the University of Georgia. You can’t talk about Athens without talking about football! Take the family up to Athens for a UGA football game or see the famous double barreled cannon if you’re looking for things to do in Georgia.
Kotivalo via Wikimedia
Read our coverage on Athens, Georgia to learn more.
Athens, GA, USA
Mmacbeth via Wikimedia
Visiting the North Georgia Mountains in the northeast needs no explanation–it’s simply beautiful! If you’ve never gotten the chance to experience the majestic brilliance of the North Georgia Mountains, which are part of the Blue Ridge Mountains, it is definitely a worthy road trip. Go up in the fall and stay in a cabin to experience the beauty of autumn. If you’re looking for nature day trips in Georgia, head to the mountains!
US Census Bureau
Read our coverage on the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains to learn more.
North Georgia Mountains, Georgia 30528, USA
Goonarific via Flickr
Lookout Mountain is located in Georgia, but is right outside of Chattanooga, Tennessee. Perhaps the most beautiful part of Lookout Mountain is Lovers Leap which is a 100 plus foot waterfall.
Stephen Rahn via Flickr
Head to the Lookout Mountain website to learn more.
Lookout Mountain, GA 30750, USA
anoldent via Flickr
Cumberland Island is a wonderful natural wonderland. It is one of the largest undeveloped barrier islands along the Georgia coast. Wild horses roam the island. This is a great place to take the family on a vacation.
majunznk via Flickr
Read our coverage on Cumberland Island to learn more.
Cumberland Island, Georgia, USA
Alan Cressler via Flickr
Take your family caving! On the east side of Lookout Mountain is Frick’s Cave. Frick’s Cave is home to 10,000 endangered Gray Bats and the rare Tennessee Salamander. Due to the endangered species, visitors are only allowed in the cave once per year in the winter during an annual Open House Day when the bats are not present. This is one place to add to your day trips in Georgia bucket list.
Head to the Frick’s Cave Preserve webpage to learn more.
Fricks Cave Preserve, 1510 Fricks Gap Rd, Chickamauga, GA 30707, USA
NatalieMaynor via Flickr
Last on our list of the best road trips in Georgia is Jekyll Island, another barrier island along the coast. You and your family can take walks along the beach, bike, and go on guided tours.
Read our coverage on Jekyll Island to learn more.
Jekyll Island, Georgia 31527, USA
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Best Road Trips In Georgia September 21, 2021 Melissa M. What are some of the best day trips in Georgia? Have you ever thought about exploring Georgia by train? For a unique experience, take a day trip aboard a train that will take you through some of the most scenic parts of the state. The Peach State is also known for its mountains, so exploring any number of quaint mountain towns is ideal for a day trip. What are some of the most unique things to do in Georgia? Exploring the oldest standing masonry jail, zipping around on the largest go-kart track in Georgia, or exploring any number of weird places like the Georgia Guidestones are just a few of the unique things you can do around the state. What are some must-visit attractions in Georgia? The High Museum of Art, Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park, and Rock City Gardens are just a few of the many must-visit attractions in Georgia.
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Best Road Trips In Georgia
September 21, 2021
Melissa M.
What are some of the best day trips in Georgia? Have you ever thought about exploring Georgia by train? For a unique experience, take a day trip aboard a train that will take you through some of the most scenic parts of the state. The Peach State is also known for its mountains, so exploring any number of quaint mountain towns is ideal for a day trip. What are some of the most unique things to do in Georgia? Exploring the oldest standing masonry jail, zipping around on the largest go-kart track in Georgia, or exploring any number of weird places like the Georgia Guidestones are just a few of the unique things you can do around the state. What are some must-visit attractions in Georgia? The High Museum of Art, Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park, and Rock City Gardens are just a few of the many must-visit attractions in Georgia.
The OIYS Visitor Center
The OIYS Visitor Center
Have you ever thought about exploring Georgia by train? For a unique experience, take a day trip aboard a train that will take you through some of the most scenic parts of the state. The Peach State is also known for its mountains, so exploring any number of quaint mountain towns is ideal for a day trip.
What are some of the most unique things to do in Georgia?
Exploring the oldest standing masonry jail, zipping around on the largest go-kart track in Georgia, or exploring any number of weird places like the Georgia Guidestones are just a few of the unique things you can do around the state.
What are some must-visit attractions in Georgia?
The High Museum of Art, Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park, and Rock City Gardens are just a few of the many must-visit attractions in Georgia.
