Classic South
Overview
Southern hospitality at its finest, the Classic South offers visitors a rare combination of history and charm mixed with bustling excursion options for everyone from outdoorsmen to museum-goers.
Discover the many possibilities:
- Enjoy – Charming antebellum homes and championship golf greens
- Discover – Family-friendly festivals and locally grown treats
- Explore – State parks, vast lakes, and historic towns
The variety of possibilities provided by the Classic South are sure to delight visitors of all ages, bringing to life lost treasures amidst Georgia’s small-town ambiance and big-city attractions.
Map & Local Info
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Side Trips and Main Streets
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Swainsboro
Visitors to Swainsboro and Emanuel County will find themselves in a gently rolling landscape of fields...
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Union Point
This town was developed from a railroad junction in 1834. Union Point is known for its fine Victorian...
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Wrightsville
Three major highways meet in the heart of historic downtown Wrightsville, incorporated in 1866...
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Plan a Trip
Visit our Online Visitor Info Center for trip ideas, brochures & travel tips
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Classic South Regional Travel Guide
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Attractions
Featured Attraction
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Church of the Most Holy Trinity
Church of the Most Holy Trinity c. 1810 is one of Georgia's earliest Catholic communities. The current building, constructed (1857-1863), is the oldest...
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Surrey Center
At Surrey Center, you'll find three levels of shopping, dining, dancing...and just about anything else in between. Come discover Augusta's premier center for shopping and dining.
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Sparta
Hancock County is home to an estimated 600 historic sites, which are reflective of a rich American Indian, European and African-American history and culture. A journey down Sparta's streets and Hancock...
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Old Medical College
This beautiful Greek revival-style building, designed by Charles B. Cluskey, housed Georgia's first medical school, the Medical College of Georgia, from 1835-1912. Now used for group events and functions...
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MAC on Main Art Gallery and Studio
MAC on Main Art Gallery and Studio showcases the best local and regional art in a restored gallery and studio located in the the heart of downtown Thomson. Meet the artists at work!
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Side Trips and Main Streets
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Swainsboro
Visitors to Swainsboro and Emanuel County will find themselves in a gently rolling landscape of fields...
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Union Point
This town was developed from a railroad junction in 1834. Union Point is known for its fine Victorian...
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Wrightsville
Three major highways meet in the heart of historic downtown Wrightsville, incorporated in 1866...
Read More
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Plan a Trip
Visit our Online Visitor Info Center for trip ideas, brochures & travel tips
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Classic South Regional Travel Guide
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Events
Featured Event
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Lighting of the Tree
12-6-2013Enjoy an old-fashioned holiday in downtown Greensboro on Dec. 6, 2013, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The historic buildings are lined with twinkling white lights...
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Fair on the Square
Millen's annual Fair on the Square is held the first Saturday in October on the Jenkins County Courthouse square. Featured arts and crafts include etched glassware, leather goods, handmade jewelry, woodcrafts...
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Civil War Sesquicentennial Exhibit
During the Civil War Sesquicentennial, the Brown House Museum will offer a rotating exhibit like none offered before. Civil War artifacts, memorabilia, personal letters and papers from Washington County...
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11th Annual Hometown Christmas Sponsored by Hometown Warrenton, Inc.
Visit downtown Warrenton, Ga., on Dec. 12, 2013, for the 11th Annual Hometown Christmas from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Restaurants will serve delicious dinners by candlelight, and specialty shops will offer...
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Junior Fishing Rodeo - A. H. Stephens
Kids 15 and younger can try to win prizes for largest fish or youngest angler, as well as a door prize. Lunch available. Register between 7:30 and 7:45 a.m. at the main office $5 parking. 706-456-2602...
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Side Trips and Main Streets
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Swainsboro
Visitors to Swainsboro and Emanuel County will find themselves in a gently rolling landscape of fields...
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Union Point
This town was developed from a railroad junction in 1834. Union Point is known for its fine Victorian...
Read More -
Wrightsville
Three major highways meet in the heart of historic downtown Wrightsville, incorporated in 1866...
Read More
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Plan a Trip
Visit our Online Visitor Info Center for trip ideas, brochures & travel tips
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Classic South Regional Travel Guide
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Places to Stay
Featured Places to Stay
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The Fitzpatrick Hotel
All rooms are uniquely furnished in Victorian period furniture with private baths. Several rooms have fireplaces. Room rates include continental breakfast...
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Days Inn - Augusta/Deans Bridge Rd.
Welcome to Days Inn of Augusta 4 SunburstsStart your morning with a free continental breakfastAll rooms feature microwaves, refrigerators, iron and board, cable TV with HBOand hairdryer. Convenient to...
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Holiday Lodge - Greensboro
We gracefully invite you to stay at the Holiday Lodge in Greensboro. The Holiday Lodge is the only interior corridor hotel in town and caters to business travelers, tourists and working crew. We are...
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Riverfront Marina RV Parking
Overnight RV Parking On The River In Downtown Augusta Georgia.
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Courtyard by Marriott - Augusta
Our Courtyard Augusta hotel near Evans, GA is located minutes from the revered Augusta National Golf Club. Discover a level of comfort in our hotel in Augusta, GA, designed by business travelers to provide...
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Side Trips and Main Streets
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Swainsboro
Visitors to Swainsboro and Emanuel County will find themselves in a gently rolling landscape of fields...
Read More -
Union Point
This town was developed from a railroad junction in 1834. Union Point is known for its fine Victorian...
Read More -
Wrightsville
Three major highways meet in the heart of historic downtown Wrightsville, incorporated in 1866...
Read More
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Plan a Trip
Visit our Online Visitor Info Center for trip ideas, brochures & travel tips
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Classic South Regional Travel Guide
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