Historic Heartland

Historic Heartland

Overview

Filled with breathtaking natural vistas, awe-inspiring art and antiques, and a vibrant music scene, Historic Heartland is brimming with things to do.

Discover the many possibilities:

  • Enjoy – Delightful eateries and refreshing retreats
  • Discover – Georgia’s Civil War Capital and one of the nation’s most beloved college towns
  • Explore – Eclectic trails, botanical gardens, and lake activities

 

With so many offerings, Historic Heartland is ripe for discovery. Visit Georgia’s central region today.

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Attractions

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  • Historic Trolley Tours

    Located on the Antebellum Trail, Milledgeville is a town of historical treasures and commanding history. The guided trolley tour of Georgia's antebellum capital includes a drive through Milledgeville's...

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  • Blue Willow Inn Restaurant

    The internationally acclaimed Blue Willow Inn Restaurant is located in the historic district of Social Circle in a  turn-of-the-century Greek Revival mansion. Formerly known as the Bertha Upshaw House...

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  • Rock Eagle Effigy

    Visit the Rock Eagle Mound, a stone effigy shaped like a prone bird built by Native Americans. The mound is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is open to the public free of charge from...

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  • State Botanical Garden of Georgia

    The 313-acre State Botanical Garden of Georgia is home to numerous themed display gardens, including the Flower Garden, the International Garden, the Heritage Garden, the Shade Garden, and more. New to...

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Events

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  • Sky Over Macon

    Every second Friday of the month, explore space, the constellations and planets visible from Central Georgia in "Sky Over Macon" in the Mark Smith Planetarium. The show starts with a general tour of the...

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  • First Friday: Downtown Milledgeville

    Downtown Milledgeville comes alive each month with a themed celebration on First Fridays! Take the whole family for an evening downtown. Grab a bite to eat, shop, and enjoy live entertainment. Businesses...

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  • Family Fun Expo

    Enjoy the last weekend of Summer Break with family before the kiddies go back to school! ;) Our event will be located in Old Towne Conyers Pavilion, GA and it will be right next to the beautiful botanical...

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  • New Moon Kayak Tour

    Lake Rutledge is a great place to enjoy the night sky. Join this ranger-led tour of the lake and enjoy night sounds, star-gazing, and a relaxing time on the water. A new moon means that many stars will...

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Places to Stay

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  • Quality Suites - Warner Robins

    76 Total Rooms, Indoor Pool, Breakfast, Meeting Space Available for up to 50, Jacuzzi, Fitness Center, Smoke Free, sorry no pets.

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  • Fairfield Inn & Suites - Macon

    COME ON DOWN TO MACON, WE HAVE IT ALL!!! WHETHER YOU ARE HERE FOR A TENNIS TOURNAMENT, SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT, OR JUST TO SEE ALL THE WONDERFUL HISTORICAL SITES. Always fresh, and always clean, our 78 guestrooms...

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  • Suburban Extended Stay - Warner Robins

    Located at 2727 Watson Boulevard, this 82 room hotel offers extended stay rooms with kitchenette, HBO/cable, wireless internet, free local calls, workout/fitness center, smoking/non-smoking rooms, No pets...

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  • Howard Johnson - Perry

    Hair dryers, irons, cont. brkfst., near restaurants.

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