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.
Grand Opera House
Enjoy a performance at Grand Opera House, a theatre with a story to tell 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
Awesome Scavenger Hunt: The Mysteries of Macon
Our pick of the best Macon Historic District Hotel Deals
Hotel Forty Five, Macon, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
"This was a horrible stay. Elevators weren’t working. People were complaining about a woman screaming. There was a man bleeding from head in hallway. I was kept up from 12:30-4:30 am by people screaming outside my door. Eventually cops came and broke into room across the hall and things quieted. It ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
1842 Inn
"Very nice and relaxing."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
The Woodward Hotel
"The room was very nice and clean. Just make sure you check your spam folder the day before you checkin so you can get your code to the door since it’s contactless checkin!"
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Large New Downtown Loft
"Very positive stay, was in area of downtown Macon that felt safe and walkable to restaurants, venues, museums, etc. Rental very spacious and appropriately equipped. Loved the private garage and elevator with the one negative was that the difficulty of turning into the alley on way to garage was not ..."
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Best Western Riverside Inn
"The property was great and met expectations."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Macon I-75
"We stayed for one night as we were passing through. The room was very clean and a comfortable bed! Nice large shower. Now the breakfast was just ok. Same typical food. The eggs were a little dry and the grits were lumpy. But they had cereal and waffles. Overall I'd stay here again for the room!!"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
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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 Carmichael House.
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 Hay House.
