From
fairs to historic monuments to national parks, Georgia has something to offer any
visitor. With its mild weather, friendly residents, and wealth of attractions,
your vacation to Georgia is sure to be an experience that you'll remember for a
lifetime.
The
weather in Georgia is warm and pleasant all year, so you can visit any time
without having to worry about being too hot or cold. Temperatures in the summer
range from 80-95 degrees
and temperatures in the winter rarely dip below 45 degrees. Most of the time,
travelers will be fine packing only shorts and t-shirts with a light wrap for
evening.
Getting
to Georgia is breeze. Visitors can easily find a flight into the
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, the busiest in the world, or
they can land nearer to the coast at the Savannah/Hilton Head International
Airport. Driving to Georgia is just as simple with four interstate highways, I-85,
I-75, I-20 and I-95, that connect the state to the rest of the nation.
Vacation Activities
Visitors
to Georgia will never find themselves lacking something to do, but newcomers
may consider visiting the following popular destinations:
- Historic Sites: Georgia contains many
places you can visit to experience a part of history. The state is home to
several civil war battle sites such as the Chickamauga National Battlefield and
the Dug Gap Battle Park. Native American history abounds in places like the
Etowah Indian mounds and U.S. history buffs will enjoy a trip to Plains, the
hometown of former President Jimmy Carter.
- Festivals: Several large festivals are
held in Georgia each year. For lighthearted entertainment, consider driving to
East Dublin to witness the Redneck Games that take place every July. Springtime
visitors who go to Macon will find themselves enchanted by the beauty of the
Macon Cherry Blossom Festival. Those who visit a little later in the year
should be sure to check out the Georgia National Fair in Perry.
- Natural Attractions: Georgia is home to several
sites of natural beauty that no one should pass up the chance to see. The
Atlanta Botanical Gardens offer 30 acres of stunning floral displays year-round
and has many special exhibits that contain rare plants. Those who wish to
venture outside of an urban environment can take a trip to any one of Georgia's
many parks, including the incredible Toccoa Falls and the Chattahoochee
National Forest.
Contact the Georgia Department of
Economic Development
Georgia
Department of Economic Development
75 Fifth
Street, N.W., Suite 1200
Atlanta, GA 30308
Phone:
(404)
962-4000
Email:
travel@exploregeorgia.org
Travel Information:
1-800-VISIT GA
(1-800-847-4842)
