Macon Historic District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Macon Historic District
Popular places to visit

Tubman Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Tubman Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Macon. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.

St. Joseph's Catholic Church
After visiting St. Joseph's Catholic Church, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Macon. Experience the live music and entertainment venues in this family-friendly area.

Hay House
Find out why this stately Italian Renaissance Revival-style mansion has earned the nickname Palace of the South.

Georgia Sports Hall of Fame
You can browse the exhibits at Georgia Sports Hall of Fame, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Macon. Experience the area's live music and entertainment venues.

Douglass Theater
Enjoy a show at Douglass Theater, a popular theatre in Macon. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.

Cannonball House
You can browse the exhibits at Cannonball House, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Macon. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.
Activities

Ocmulgee Mounds Smartphone (GPS/APP) Guided History Walking Tour

Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt: The Mysteries of Macon
Our pick of the best Macon Historic District Hotel Deals

Hotel Forty Five, Macon, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Clean room, great receptionist
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

1842 Inn
We can’t say enough about this place! Highly recommend! The staff was amazing and the Inn was spectacular! We spent Christmas Eve night here and checked out all of the lights in downtown Macon. We went to St Joseph Catholic Church for midnight mass and listened to a choir of angels sing! Such a magical ...
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025

The Woodward Hotel
Very nice place. Convenient location. We would stay here again.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Best Western Riverside Inn
Breakfast was good and plentiful. Staff was very friendly. Nice grassy area for our dog. Convenient location. Clean room.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon
Excellent service and breakfast was more than I expected
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Macon
Fast check in. Bed was comfortable. Shower was nice.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Macon Historic District

College Hill
While visiting College Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Hay House and Sidney Lanier Cottage.

Pleasant Hill Historic District
While there might not be top attractions in Pleasant Hill Historic District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House and Hay House.

Tindall Heights Historic District
While Tindall Heights Historic District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tubman Museum and Grand Opera House.

East Macon Historic District
Though East Macon Historic District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Macon Coliseum and Ocmulgee National Monument.

Vineville Historic District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Vineville Historic District and surrounding area, you can visit The Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House and Hay House.

North Highlands Historic District
While North Highlands Historic District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Macon Coliseum and Tubman Museum.
