Downtown Historic District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Historic District
Popular places to visit
Thomasville's Historic Big Oak
Stand beneath the shade of this ancient oak tree, which has stood gloriously in this spot in Thomasville for over three centuries.
Thomasville Rose Garden
Admire thousands of colorful roses that blossom in springtime. Walk a park trail and take picnic baskets for a meal along the bank of a placid lake.
Pebble Hill Plantation
A former 19th-century plantation and hunting ground beckons visitors to explore its art exhibitions, magnificent gardens, stunning architecture and animals.
Cherokee Lake Park
After visiting Cherokee Lake Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Thomasville. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Lapham-Patterson House
Discover the architectural themes, quirks and legends of this opulent Victorian mansion built in the late 19th century by an affluent footwear merchant.
Thomasville Genealogical, History and Fine Arts Library
After visiting Thomasville Genealogical, History and Fine Arts Library, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Thomasville. Wander the lakeside or discover the area's sunsets.
Our pick of the best Downtown Historic District Hotel Deals
Cozy studio in a vintage 1930’s Gulf Gas Station in charming Thomasville GA
"Wonderful rental with extra space and a perfect location! Will be back!"
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
The Roost - Downtown Thomasville
"Amazing location and charming loft. We loved our stay!"
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Thomasville
"Dangerous and rude property. My daughter checked in Friday. They assigned her a room and gave her a key. She went out with friends before bringing in her luggage, and returned after. When she went to her assigned room, her key did not work. So she went to front desk to tell them. They looked up her ..."
Reviewed on 8 June 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Thomasville Downtown
"Excellent hotel and well situated to beautiful Thomasville"
Reviewed on 6 June 2026
Best Western Plus Rose City Conference Center Inn
"Have stayed at this Hotel several times the past 10 years, always clean, convenient, staff nice, Good breakfast."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Hampton Inn Thomasville
"I only stayed one night but clearly something has flooded and it has a musty wet smell in the hallway. The staff were amazing tho. So helpful, and caring."
Reviewed on 1 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Historic District
Dawson Street Historic District
If you're spending some time in Dawson Street Historic District, Lapham-Patterson House and Thomas County Museum of History are top sights worth seeing.
