Buford Travel Guide

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Aerial view Lanier Island Parkway with farm ranch style residential houses, commercial buildings and huge Lake Lanier in background cloud blue sky Buford, USA
Aerial view Lanier Island Parkway with farm ranch style residential houses, commercial buildings and huge Lake Lanier in background cloud blue sky Buford, USA
aerial shot of the boats and yachts docked in the marina on the waters of Lake Lanier surrounded by lush green trees with powerful clouds at sunset in Buford Georgia USA
I think this picture screams Southern living. I can just imagine myself sitting on the porch with a sweet tea, ok probably something with a little more kick, relaxing as the sun sets.
A quiet morning in the Lowlands.

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Where to stay in Buford

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Sugar Hill

Visitors to Sugar Hill like its restaurants and riverfront, and Chattahoochee River is a sight worth a stop.

Sugar Hill
Home2 Suites by Hilton Buford Mall of Georgia

Home2 Suites by Hilton Buford Mall of Georgia

3 out of 5
2685 MALL OF GEORGIA BLVD Buford GA
The price is NZ$226 per night from 18 Mar to 19 Mar
NZ$226
18 Mar - 19 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Buford. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (496 reviews)
Great everything was great and the people was nice and attentive definitely going back

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Home2 Suites by Hilton Buford Mall of Georgia
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buford – Mall of Georgia by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buford – Mall of Georgia by IHG

2.5 out of 5
2730 MALL OF GEORGIA BOULEVARD Buford GA
The price is NZ$194 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$194
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buford. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Mall of Georgia and Regal Mall Of Georgia ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (222 reviews)
location was good, clean room.

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Buford – Mall of Georgia by IHG
WoodSpring Suites Buford near Mall of Georgia-Lake Lanier

WoodSpring Suites Buford near Mall of Georgia-Lake Lanier

2.5 out of 5
1671 HORIZON PARKWAY NE Buford GA
The price is NZ$149 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
NZ$149
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this property in Buford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Mall of Georgia and Georgia Sewing & Quilting ...
6.8/10 (190 reviews)
My wife and I checked in and left the property within minutes due to the unacceptable and unsanitary condition of the room. The room was not properly prepared for guests. The bed was unmade, there was food inside the AC vent, and a rat trap was present in the room. Additionally, although the property ...

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

WoodSpring Suites Buford near Mall of Georgia-Lake Lanier
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Perfect for large groups. Sits on water's edge.

Perfect for large groups. Sits on water's edge.

Buford GA
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Buford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
10/10 Exceptional! (58 reviews)
Perfect for large groups. House was beautifully decorated for the Holidays. Had a wonderful time.

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Perfect for large groups. Sits on water's edge.
Modern Luxury Lakehouse w/ Private Dock on Lanier!

Modern Luxury Lakehouse w/ Private Dock on Lanier!

2 out of 5
Buford GA
Stay at this holiday home in Buford. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Margaritaville at Lanier Islands and Lake Lanier are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
We rented the home to spend Christmas with family. We had a great time making cookies in the kitchen and being able to seat everyone in the dining area for breakfast and dinner. Everyone fit in the living room when it was time to open gifts!! The views were really great and we even got to see a family ...

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Modern Luxury Lakehouse w/ Private Dock on Lanier!
3 bedroom Cabin on Lake Lanier Buford with WiFi, AC

3 bedroom Cabin on Lake Lanier Buford with WiFi, AC

Buford GA
Stay at this cabin in Buford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Margaritaville at Lanier Islands and Buford Dam Park ...
6.2/10 (10 reviews)
Had trouble accessing the house but host was prompt in resolving the issue.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

3 bedroom Cabin on Lake Lanier Buford with WiFi, AC
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

An old branch of a fallen tree, overgrown with moss. In the background there is very lush vegetation on the banks of the Swale River.

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Buford. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Margaritaville at Lanier Islands

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Margaritaville at Lanier Islands during your visit to Buford. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

Margaritaville at Lanier Islands

Mall of Georgia

During your trip to Buford, you can do some window-shopping at Mall of Georgia. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.

Mall of Georgia

Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Buford at Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course

Buford Dam Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Buford Dam Park during your travels in Buford. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Buford Dam Park

Buford Community Center

After visiting Buford Community Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Buford. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.

Buford Community Center

Activities

LEGO Discovery Center Admission Ticket

LEGO Discovery Center Admission Ticket

NZ$51
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
LEGO Discovery Center Admission Ticket
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Cities near Buford

Lake Lanier

Cumming

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