Downtown Historic District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
Pebble Hill Plantation
A former 19th-century plantation and hunting ground beckons visitors to explore its art exhibitions, magnificent gardens, stunning architecture and animals.
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.
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.
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.
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
The Roost - Downtown Thomasville
Location, location, location! Walkable to everything downtown. Spacious, comfy, and had everything we needed. Loved it!
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Cozy studio in a vintage 1930’s Gulf Gas Station in charming Thomasville GA
Perfect little spot in Downtown Thomasville! Definitely will be looking for this spot to be available the next time we visit Thomasville again!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Rose City Conference Center Inn
Everything was excellent, clean, good breakfast, friendly staff will book again if ever back in the area.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Thomasville by IHG
Very good…
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Thomasville
Do not stay here. So run down and not taken care of properly. Towels were old and needed replaced. Electrical outlet covers not on. Shower curtain hanging on by a thread. Chairs completely worn down.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Best Western Executive Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around 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.
