Top Things to do in Georgia
Top Hotels in Georgia
- 1. River Street Inn
- 2. The Candler Hotel Atlanta, Curio Collection by Hilton
- 3. Homewood Suites by Hilton Savannah Historic District / Riverfront
- 4. Hyatt Regency Savannah
- 5. The Marshall House
- 6. Best Western Central Inn
- 7. Hotel Clermont
- 8. The Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa
- 9. Mansion on Forsyth Park
- 10. Hampton Inn & Suites Atlanta Midtown
What to do and see in Georgia, Georgia: The Best Piers & Boardwalks
While Atlanta is the anchor and capital of Georgia, you can aim in any direction to find distinctly different regions – from the tail of the Appalachians in the North to the rolling Piedmont hills and on down to the seaside marshes in the East. Atlanta lays claim to the state’s number one attraction – Stone Mountain State Park. They say it best - “Serious fun. Endless adventure.” Just 15 minutes from downtown, the world’s largest exposed granite dome is surrounded by 3,200 acres of natural beauty and stimulating activities for every member of the family – sky rides and hiking paths, laser shows and pedal boats along Stone Mountain Lake. Golfers tee it up, while red foxes dash across the fairways in a state where the Masters Golf Tournament creates revered green-jacket memories every year. It’s a long downhill ride down to historic Savannah, a ‘stone’s throw’ from the Atlantic and a virtual step back in time to Southern architecture and stately squares. St. Simon’s and Jekyll Islands offer barrier island beauty and a wonderful combination of outdoor activities, historic sites and artistic culture. Originally the private winter playground of wealthy northeasterners, Jekyll Island stretches along 10 miles of coastal beaches and inland marshes. Cycling and walking paths wind under moss-laden oaks, and a tour of Millionaire Village takes you back to those Cornelius Vanderbilt and J.P. Morgan days. The kid-friendly Summer Waves Water Park adds man-made fun to natural water sport activities. Coastal golf courses and sophisticated St. Simon’s Island appeal to moms, dads and vacationing couples.
Restaurants in Georgia
1. Historic Jekyll Wharf
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 190 reviews
The Historic Wharf is located on Jekyll Island, this is the perfect location to see the boats traveling along the Intracoastal Waterway going to all parts of the world. This is the best location on Jekyll Island to watch the Tropical Sunset. This is also the home of Jekyll Island Boat Tours and the Wharf Restaurant. Come to the Wharf for lunch or dinner and take one of the many boat tours of the beautiful Georgia Coast where you will see much of our wildlife such as our Dolphins. This is the perfect location for a catered event.
Reviewed By rob77ohio - Vero Beach, United States
We loved the short walk to the Wharf from the Club. We had lunch and dinner on the deck, and at dinner we enjoyed the live music. The service and the food were excellent. Our seafood and steak were very flavorful and were prepared just right. We topped off our dinner with Key Lime Tortes, which were delicious. We will definitely return.
2. Melvin L Wetland Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
3. Fishing Pier
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 735 reviews
Reviewed By gmg1948
The Village Pier on St. Simons Island is buzzing with activity ranging from crabbing to fishing to gawking at the huge capsized boat (Golden Ray) on it’s side in the channel between St. Simons and Jekyll Islands. A great place to people-watch and enjoy winter warmth and gentle breezes.
4. Tybee Pier
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 267 reviews
Reviewed By simva3 - Harlem, United States
My husband and I strolled the main street and pier before dinner. Fishing is popular and I believe no charge. The views of the surrounding islands are beautiful, and there is a large covered area with picnic tables and a few food stands.
5. Cherokee Lake Park
6. Pier
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
7. Lanier Islands
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 234 reviews
An expansive 1,500 acre island resort – encompassing a scenic, challenging, and award-winning 18-hole golf course, the Margaritaville family water park, marinas, an RV park, hotel and cabin rentals, meeting facilities, and more! Lanier Islands is the perfect escape from Atlanta!
Reviewed By missadrienneleigh - Atlanta, United States
I do not know about you, but I have been struggling with life during Covid. I miss life as we knew it before this happened. I miss meeting with others, traveling, spending quality time with each other without phones. I really miss seeing other's smiles, faces, and hugs. But most of all I miss downtime with my husband. I am so grateful for God allowing him to continue to work through all of this, but I wish I could get him to escape from it. This leads me to 6/29, this is our anniversary. He took the day off and I was trying my best to figure out a fun, safe, new place to explore. Well we get there, and things go from YEA to Bad. I will not go into specifics, because they will diminish what happened next. The best word to describe me at this moment...I was defeated, so I was led to the front desk of the Lanier Island Lodge. There we were blessed to meet Glenna Y. I had questions; she gave answers. Honestly, I truly understood Margaritaville's reasonings for things, but now very frustrated, I did not have a clue what to do. What I love about meeting Glenna, she saw me, she heard me, she stepped into our day and saved it. She offered ideas, she helped with where we should eat, and just cared. We went everywhere we could on the islands, thanks to her, it changed the whole day around. When we went back to say goodbye, my husband showed her pictures, shared our day with her and hopefully conveyed - She MADE our anniversary! Thank you for hiring Glenna, (Ryan - Valet, Samantha & Craig - Bullfrog's). She is using her gifts to see, care and help other's - and you CANNOT train people to do that anymore. This IS who she IS- congratulations for having a treasure like her at the front desk of the Lodge, she makes Lanier Islands more beautiful than Lanier Island itself, just because she is there. Please tell her hello from me when you go :).
8. GTC Town Center Value 10 Cinemas
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 15 reviews
