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Nestled in the heart of Georgia, the city of Macon offers a delightful blend of Southern charm, rich history, and vibrant culture. Known as the "Cherry Blossom Capital of the World," Macon is a captivating destination that showcases the beauty of nature along with a wide array of historical and cultural attractions.

One of the highlights of Macon is the stunning display of cherry blossoms that blankets the city each spring. Visitors can immerse themselves in the breathtaking beauty of over 350,000 Yoshino cherry trees, creating a picturesque landscape that attracts thousands of tourists every year. The annual Cherry Blossom Festival is a must-visit event, featuring live music, art exhibits, delicious food, and various activities for all ages.

For history enthusiasts, Macon offers a glimpse into its past through its historic architecture and landmarks. The Hay House, an opulent Italian Renaissance Revival mansion, stands as a testament to the city's prosperous past. Built in the mid-1800s, this stunning mansion boasts exquisite details and is open for guided tours, allowing visitors to step back in time and marvel at its grandeur.

The Ocmulgee National Monument is another must-see attraction in Macon. This prehistoric Native American site features ancient mounds, ceremonial earthworks, and a museum that showcases artifacts from over 12,000 years of human history. Visitors can explore the trails, learn about the Native American cultures that once thrived in the area, and enjoy the serene beauty of the Ocmulgee River.

Macon is also a cultural hub, offering a diverse range of arts and entertainment options. The Macon Museum of Arts and Sciences features a vast collection of art, natural history exhibits, and a planetarium, providing an educational and immersive experience for visitors of all ages. The city also hosts numerous music festivals throughout the year, celebrating the rich musical heritage that Macon is known for, including the Allman Brothers Band and Otis Redding.

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.

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...
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.
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.

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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
Church • Romanesque architecture
First Presbyterian Church
First Presbyterian Church is a historic Presbyterian church in Macon, GA.
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.
32°50'56"N • 83°36'43"W
Fort Hawkins
Fort Hawkins was a fort built between 1806 and 1810 in the historic Creek Nation by the United States government under President Thomas Jefferson and used until 1824.
Cemetery
Riverside Cemetery
Riverside Cemetery is a historic rural cemetery in Macon, Georgia established in 1887. It is approximately 54 acres in size and privately owned. Over 18,000 people are interred here.

Things to See and Do in Macon by Category

Sights, interesting and unusual places and attractions valued by most tourists. See the list of places to visit in Macon.

Culture

Cox Capitol Theatre
Macon
Music and showsNightlifeTheater
Grand Opera House
Macon
Music and showsNightlifePerforming arts
Macon City Auditorium
Macon
Concerts and showsTheaterEntertainment

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Bowden Golf Course
Macon
Golf
Luther Williams Field
Macon
Arenas and stadiumsSport venueSport
OrthoGeorgia Park
Macon
Sport venueSport
Mercer University
Macon
Universities and schoolsSport venueSport
Macon Coliseum
Macon
Sport venueSport

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Museum History museum

Day trips

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).

17 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...
29 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.
29 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.
30 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.
47 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.

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

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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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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.