| Start your tour downtown in the historic center of Macon, Georgia, with fabulous Civil War era homes to explore, such as the Canon Ball House and Hay House, an extravagant Italian Renaissance Revival mansion that’s a definite must-see. Take in interactive history at the Georgia Sports Hall of Fame, where you’ll find mementos of famous Georgia athletes like Evander Holyfield and Hank Aaron; or the Georgia Music Hall of Fame, which pays tribute to Georgia musicians of past and present, from Ray Charles and Little Richard to R.E.M. and the B-52s. Experience African American history at the Tubman African American Museum and the Historic Douglass Theatre.
Explore ancient Native American culture at the Ocmulgee National Monument which encompasses 683 acres of preserved archaeological remains dating back 12,000 years. Climb ancient Indian mounds, visit inside a ceremonial earth-lodge, hike along nature trails and study ancient artifacts.
The area surrounding Macon attracts tourists with the sandy beaches and sparkling waters of Lake Tobesofkee Recreation Area, which features 35 miles of pristine shoreline for boating, fishing, camping, swimming, water skiing and picnicking. Just north of Macon you can explore a 140 year old cotton plantation at the Jarrell Plantation Historic Site.
Click on the subcategories of attractions and tours below to get a better sense of all that Macon has to offer. Whether you’re here on vacation or on business, you’ll never run out of things to do.
Macon, Georgia, the city known as the “The Song and Soul of the South,” holds a treasure trove of potential story ideas. The Macon-Bibb County Convention and Visitors Bureau is eager to assist writers by gathering information, providing photos and coordinating interviews, as requested. Below are general topics of interest with brief descriptions; please call or e-mail the MBCCVB Communications Director at any time to discuss your ideas or needs.
History
Ocmulgee National Monument
Part of the National Park Service, Ocmulgee National Monument preserves evidence of 12,000 years of human habitation. Earthen mounds, a ceremonial earthlodge, artifacts and dioramas help tell the story of Native American life. The monument hosts the Ocmulgee Indian Celebration every September.
Rose Hill Cemetery
Established in 1840 along the Ocmulgee River, Rose Hill remains one of the oldest surviving public cemetery parks in the U.S. Duane Allman and Berry Oakley, founding members of the Allman Brothers Band, are buried here side-by-side. Also laid to rest are 600 Confederate soldiers, three Georgia governors, architect Neel Reid, author Harry Stillwell Edwards, an accused ax-murderer and Lt. Bobby, whose inscription reads “Just a Brown Dog….”
Tourism/Visitors
Around Town Tours
For a convenient, enjoyable and affordable way to sightsee in Macon, try the Around Town packaged tours, which feature historic homes, interactive museums and trolley transportation. Available at the Macon-Bibb County Convention and Visitors Bureau.
African American Heritage Tour
Explore historic sites and markers that preserve Macon’s rich African American culture and honor significant figures in arts, business, education and religion.
Girlfriend’s Getaway
The Macon-Bibb County CVB suggests Macon spas, salons, shopping, dining, attractions and nightlife to create customized itineraries that focus on relaxation and rejuvenation.
Lights On Macon
White-columned mansions and quaint Victorian cottages are illuminated on this self-guided tour of Macon’s fabulous Intown Historic District.
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