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 Shopping
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. Hickory Flat Pottery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 83 reviews
Hickory Flat Pottery is located in the beautiful North Georgia Mountains. Most of the pottery is made on site in the attached studio where customers may watch potters working daily. Additionally studio and kiln house tours are free and open to the public during kiln openings, approximately every three weeks.All of the pottery is functional, oven,dishwasher, and microwave safe. In the Gallery connected to the studio you will find the work of over 20 other artists including pottery, jewelry, glass, copper and metal art, fiber and wood.Monday-Saturday: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm,Sunday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm.
Reviewed By margaretrenewilliams - Holly Springs, United States
The shop contains a working studio and also features hand-dyed and painted leather goods and textiles from the artist next door. All of the pottery is dishwasher and microwave-safe. There are wooden bowls, spoons and utensils. Also a very nice set of handmade 'clic' style pens and stainless steel handmade forks, knives and spoons that are also dishwasher-safe. The location is on the main road between Helen and Clarksville, GA with a few spaces to park in front of the shop.
2. National Center for Civil and Human Rights
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2,110 reviews
The National Center for Civil and Human Rights in downtown Atlanta is an engaging cultural attraction that connects The American Civil Rights Movement to today's Global Human Rights Movements. The Center features four immersive and thought-provoking exhibit spaces, including a continually rotating gallery of items from The Morehouse College Martin Luther King, Jr. Collection, where visitors can view the personal papers and items of Dr. King. The Center also provides designated event spaces and educational programs inspiring visitors to join the ongoing dialogue about contemporary movements for human rights around the world. 3/2/2020 - Closing at 3pm (Last ticket at 2pm).
Reviewed By Olde_biL - Markham, Canada
Our visit to the National Center for Human and Civil rights near Centennial Olympic Park completed our trifecta of civil rights themed museum visits during our one full day visit to Atlanta. (This was our second visit to Atlanta and our first without our children.) It proved a valuble complement to what we learned and experienced at the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum, and the Martin Luther King Jr. Historic Site. Admission to the center was more than the free for the MLK Jr. Historic site and the $8/adult for the presidential library. Nonetheless, it provides a powerful experience and the lunch counter simulation itself was worth more than the price of admission. Caution, this latter is not for the very young as cautioned by the posted signage. The simulation includes a reproduction of a lunch counter at which protesters would sit. The participant takes a stool and puts on a headset, places hands palms down on the counter, and closes their eyes. The sounds and jolting movement of the stool over about a minute and a half provide the merest taste of what young protesters must have endured. I emerged deeply affected, both marveling at the courage of the protesters and angry at the need. Most of the museum exhibits are well executed and interactive. Right from first exhibit hall is "Rolls Down Like Water", it houses the lunch counter but starts with Atlanta of the 50's, with interactive features such as the sign board upon which users choose the jurisdiction from which to display Jim Crow laws. The exhibit moves forward through time with displays covering the bus boycott, the freedom riders, notorious figures such as Bull Connor, and continuing through the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. The museum isn't exclusively about the American Civil Rights movement. The "Spark of Conviction" on the 3rd floor houses a series of interactive mirrors that users can approach and select from a number of real individuals from around the world to hear their story. The objective is to allow an individual to choose someone that is like them in some way. Other exhibits work similarly and provide multi-sensory ways to interact and convey more than just facts about the struggle for civil and human rights. We spent more than two hours going through the museum. I feel better educated but also with a desire to return after doing more personal research and being better prepared to comprehend the material.
3. Tift Park Community Market
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 54 reviews
Reviewed By kateW3051RU
Love Tift Park Market! Great local vendors with a large variety of handcrafted items for sale and great locally grown produce and plants for sale. Love to support local, small businesses! There is something new every weekend.
4. Peacock Junction Antique Mall
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
We treasure the history of the area, and try to preserve some of the memories from that time. We strive to have the Mall be where our customers want to return again and again, and to refer their family and friends. We carry antiques, primitives, vintage items, as well as home furnishings, décor, collectibles, and costume jewelry and accessories.
Reviewed By talmagef
I visited Peacock Junction to purchase a train set that I had found and I was not disappointed. The staff were very friendly and helpful. I was very satisfied with my visit and I will be going back.
5. 2 Smith Art Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
2 Smith Art Gallery is a "jewel" of an art gallery in historic downtown Duluth, Georgia. Featuring work of artists Larry and Pam Smith, plus 35 other local and national artists. Original oil painting, pastels, watercolors, ceramics, jewelery, and wood and metal sculptures. Perfect for art lovers and collectors. As well as those who want to give unique gifts. Please come see us.
Reviewed By bwside - Atlanta, United States
I so enjoy going to The 2Smith Art Gallery in Duluth, GA. Pam and Larry display their work as well as that from other artists. I’ve also grown as an emerging artist through attending oil painting classes at the gallery.
6. Mall of Georgia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 381 reviews
At Mall of Georgia(R), we know what our shoppers want. Featuring Nordstrom, Belk, Dillard's, jcpenney and Macy's, plus more than 225 local, national and international stores offering everything from women's and children's apparel to jewelry and home electronics. Mall of Georgia's retail roster includes shops such as Apple, A|X Armani Exchange, Brighton Collectibles, Coach, H&M, and J. Crew -all in a welcoming, climate-controlled indoor shopping and outdoor entertainment complex like no other. We offer a variety of exciting dining options from sit-down restaurants such as P.F. Chang's China Bistro and Ruby Tuesday, to grab-and-go choices including Chick-fil-A, Checkers and Taco Bell. Mall of Georgia serves the nearby communities of Buford, Sugar Hill, Suwanee, Gainesville, and Lawrenceville, and is conveniently located off I-85 and Exit 115 (GA 20).
Reviewed By BritChick15
Valet parking available, lots of stores and great movie theater. Excellent choice of restaurants and other eateries for most budgets, from The Cheesecake Factory, PF Changs, to Chick Fil A and Taco Bell in the food court.
7. Greensboro Antique Mall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
8. Your Dekalb Farmers Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 686 reviews
Reviewed By happy_in_paris_10 - Atlanta, United States
As a Foodie, I was in heaven!!!This is truly an enormous international market, with fresh produce, canned and dry goods from all over the world, fresh bakery, fresh meat, seafood and cheese from every where! Fresh flowers. An elegant Fresh and fancy dessert aisle. A spice shelf as long as an ordinary grocery aisle - floor to almost ceiling, fresh dried herbs and spices at prices so low you look twice! (Example. large bag of bay leaves for 67 cents) Everything from allspice to zatar! There's a wine section, fresh made pasta of all shapes and sizes! Did I mention the fresh coffees? And an array of cooks tools...But - the crowning jewel is the self serve restaurant - a buffet line really - with hot and cold selections that will amaze you! Homemade soups, international vegetables such as spicy Chinese eggplant, miscellaneous meat, an entire aisle of cold international salad like tabouli, then several kinds of fresh made Indian Samosas, pizza, fried chicken...A dizzying array of food delights! It's wise to get it in a takeout container as you will inevitably get tooooo much and not be able to eat it all. This is a destination NOT to be missed!
9. Mark of the Potter
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 176 reviews
Mark Of The Potter is the oldest craft shop in the same location in Georgia. For over 50 years now we have endeavored to provide the best functional stoneware by our own potters and specially selected potters from around the southeast and U.S.A. We are located on the Scenic 197 Moonshine Highway 10 miles north of Clarkesville, Georgia. Come visit us and then write a review. We appreciate hearing what our customers like and what we could do to improve our shop.
Reviewed By FergusMc
Really nice pottery gallery, located in an old mill - beautiful setting on the river. Good selection of pottery in a variety of price ranges. Worth driving a few miles out of the way just for the view!
10. The Shoppes at River Crossing
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By 21dinahw - Atlanta, United States
WE enjoy visiting the Shoppes at River Crossing because we are able to leisurely stroll in and out of our favorite shops. One of my favorite is this Barnes and Nobel. I love to browse the aisles and look for bargains!!! I can usually be found in the history section!!! After 3-4 hours of walking and shopping, there is BONEFISH!!!!!! What a treat all in one location!!!!!!!
