Macon, United States

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Alternative names: Population: 152.7 thous.Area: 255.21 mi²Elevation: 367 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 32°50'13"N, 83°37'56"W
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Macon Attractions - What to See and Explore

Macon offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Ocmulgee National Monument, Luther Williams Field, Hay House, Cox Capitol Theatre. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • ocmulgee national monument macon
    Museum • Archaeological museum • Native American architecture

    Ocmulgee National Monument

    Nestled in the heart of Macon, Georgia, the Ocmulgee National Monument is a testament to the rich history of Native American culture spanning over 17,000 years. This national park, located in Bibb County, is an archaeological haven that offers visitors a unique glimpse...

  • luther williams field macon
    Arenas and stadiums • Sport venue • Sport

    Luther Williams Field

    Luther Williams Field is a baseball stadium in Macon, Georgia. It was built in 1929, and is the centerpiece of Central City Park in Macon. It is the home of the Macon Bacon, a wood-bat collegiate summer league team in the Coastal Plain League.

  • hay house macon
    Museum • History museum • Historical place

    Hay House

    The Johnston–Felton–Hay House, often abbreviated Hay House, is a historic residence at 934 Georgia Avenue in Macon, Georgia.

  • cox capitol theatre macon
    Music and shows • Nightlife • Theater

    Cox Capitol Theatre

    The Hargray Capitol Theatre, formerly the Cox Capitol Theatre is located in downtown Macon, Georgia, United States, on 382 Second Street. The Hargray Capitol Theatre serves as a live entertainment venue.

  • cannonball house macon
    Museum • History museum • Historical place

    Cannonball House

    The Cannonball House is located at 856 Mulberry Street in Macon, Georgia, United States and is a historically significant house with a story behind its name.

  • rose hill cemetery macon
    Cemetery

    Rose Hill Cemetery

    Rose Hill Cemetery is a 50-acre cemetery located on the banks of the Ocmulgee River in Macon, Georgia, United States, that opened in 1840. Simri Rose, a horticulturist and designer of the cemetery, was instrumental in the planning of the city of Macon and planned Rose Hill Cemetery in return for being able to choose his own burial plot.

  • tubman museum macon
    Museum • History museum • Specialty museum

    Tubman Museum

    The Tubman Museum, formerly known as the "Tubman African American Museum", is located in Macon, Georgia, USA. It is located in the city's museum district near the Georgia Music Hall of Fame and Georgia Sports Hall of Fame.

  • the allman brothers band museum macon
    Museum • Specialty museum

    The Allman Brothers Band Museum

    The Allman Brothers Band Museum, also known as The Big House, is a museum in Macon, Georgia, United States. It was the home to The Allman Brothers Band's original members, their families, and various friends from 1970 to 1973.

  • georgia sports hall of fame macon
    Museum • Specialty museum

    Georgia Sports Hall of Fame

    The Georgia Sports Hall of Fame is located in Macon, Georgia. It is the largest state sports hall of fame in the United States at 43,000 square feet.

  • grand opera house macon
    Music and shows • Nightlife • Performing arts

    Grand Opera House

    The Grand Opera House, often called The Grand and originally known as the Academy of Music, is a historic opera house located in Macon, Georgia, United States. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1970, it is now the performing arts center of Mercer University.

  • douglass theatre macon location map
    Concerts and shows • Theater

    Douglass Theatre

    The Douglass Theatre is a theatre in Macon, Georgia founded in 1921 by Charles Henry Douglass, an African-American entrepreneur who was an established theatre developer well versed in the vaudeville and entertainment business.

  • city hall macon
    City hall

    City Hall

    Macon City Hall serves as the seat of government for the city of Macon, Georgia, in the United States. It is located in the downtown area, surrounded by Cotton Avenue, First Street, Poplar Street, and D.T. Walton, Sr. Way.

  • tattnall square park macon location map
    32°49'60"N • 83°38'49"W

    Tattnall Square Park

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  • museum of arts and sciences macon
    Museum • Observatories and planetariums • Science museum

    Museum of Arts and Sciences

    The Museum of Arts and Sciences in Macon is a community museum in the U.S. state of Georgia. The facility includes four galleries with frequently changing exhibitions, the Discovery House with hands-on activities, live animal habitats, the Mark Smith Planetarium, nature trail, garden, store, auditorium, and classrooms.

  • sidney lanier cottage macon
    Museum • History museum • Historical place

    Sidney Lanier Cottage

    The Sidney Lanier Cottage is a historic cottage on High Street in Macon, Georgia, that was the birthplace of poet, musician, and soldier Sidney Lanier.

  • saint josephs catholic church macon
    Sacred and religious sites • Gothic Revival architecture • Church

    Saint Joseph's Catholic Church

    Saint Joseph Catholic Church, located at 812 Poplar Street in Macon, Georgia, was listed on the NRHP on July 14, 1971. The church is located in the middle of Downtown Macon and takes up one block. It is operated by the Roman Catholic Diocese of Savannah.

  • first presbyterian church macon
    Church • Romanesque architecture

    First Presbyterian Church

    First Presbyterian Church is a historic Presbyterian church in Macon, GA.

  • ocmulgee heritage trail macon location map
    32°50'41"N • 83°37'41"W

    Ocmulgee Heritage Trail

    Hiking • Park • Outdoor activities

  • macon city auditorium
    Concerts and shows • Theater • Entertainment

    Macon City Auditorium

    The Macon City Auditorium is a historic structure in Macon, Georgia, United States, that has hosted performances, meetings, and events for the community since 1925. It was designed by New York architect Egerton Swartwout. It was listed on the National Register of Historic Places as Municipal Auditorium in 1971.

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Things to See and Do in Macon by Category

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Macon – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Macon, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Museum of Aviation (Warner Robins), Old Governor's Mansion (Milledgeville), Andalusia (Milledgeville).

  • museum of aviation warner robins17 milesS
    Military museum, Museum

    Museum of Aviation, Warner Robins

    The Museum of Aviation, nestled in the heart of Warner Robins, Georgia, is an awe-inspiring tribute to the United States' air power and aeronautical advancements. Located adjacent to the Robins Air Force Base, this museum is a treasure trove for aviation enthusiasts...

  • old governors mansion milledgeville29 milesNE
    Historical place, Museum, History museum

    Old Governor's Mansion, Milledgeville

    Georgia's Old Governor's Mansion is a historic house museum located on the campus of Georgia College & State University at 120 South Clarke Street in Milledgeville, Georgia.

  • andalusia milledgeville29 milesNE
    Specialty museum, Museum, History museum

    Andalusia, Milledgeville

    Andalusia is the name of Southern American author Flannery O'Connor's rural Georgia estate. The estate is located in Baldwin County, Georgia, approximately 4 miles northwest of Milledgeville.

  • massee lane gardens fort valley30 milesSW
    Botanical garden, Garden, Park

    Massee Lane Gardens, Fort Valley

    Massee Lane Gardens are botanical gardens focusing on camellias, located at the American Camellia Society headquarters, 100 Massee Lane, Fort Valley, Georgia. They are open to the public for an admission fee. The gardens were originally created by David C. Strother in the 1930s within the 160-acre property around his farm house.

  • st georges episcopal church griffin47 milesNW
    Church, Gothic Revival architecture

    St. George's Episcopal Church, Griffin

    St. George's Episcopal Church is a historic Episcopal church in Griffin, Spalding County, Georgia. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places on April 7, 1994. It is located at 132 North Tenth Street.

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Best Time To Visit Macon

Learn when is the best time to travel to Macon weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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March is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in April, June and July.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July, August and September. While the coldest is in January and December.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in October. Most of it rains in January, February and March.

Length of day in hours

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Macon?

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What is the best time to visit Macon?

March is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Slightly fewer tourists decide to visit in April, June and July. The highest air temperature is in June, July, August and September. While the coldest is in January and December.

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