Explore the South You've Never Met

Welcome to our guide for creating authentic, story-rich itineraries through South Georgia’s most welcoming communities.

If you’re looking for the South that people dream about—the one with front porch rockers, hot biscuits that taste like memory, and conversations that linger long after the check is paid—you’ll find it here.

South Georgia isn’t flashy. It doesn’t need to be. What it offers is something more powerful: connection. To land, to culture, to history, and to people who know the value of a good meal, a well-told story, and a warm welcome.

As international travelers increasingly seek destinations that feel more human than headline, South Georgia is ready. From soulful music trails and hands-on heritage sites to boutique shopping, outdoor adventures, and family-owned restaurants passed down through generations—this region offers a meaningful, accessible, and deeply Southern experience that complements any Southeastern itinerary.

We created this guide to help you bring those experiences to life. Inside, you’ll find eight flexible, themed itineraries designed for two- to three-day trips. Each one spans multiple cities and includes suggested stops, group-friendly lodging and dining, cultural highlights, seasonal festivals, drive times, and insider tips from the people who live here. Whether your travelers are food lovers, families, history buffs, or curious wanderers, there’s something in these pages for everyone.

And while we may not have the skyscrapers of Atlanta or the beaches of the coast, what we do have is heart. Real, generous, small-town heart. The kind that waves from the porch, refills your tea without asking, and remembers your name the next time you visit.

So as you plan your routes through the South, we invite you to slow down a bit. Give your travelers more than a place to stop—give them a place to feel something.

We’ll be here when you’re ready.

Warmly,

The South Georgia Tourism Team

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Thank you & stay in touch

We’re so glad you took the time to explore South Georgia through this guide. Whether you’re planning your first visit or returning with new travelers in tow, we hope these stories, stops, and small towns inspire unforgettable experiences.

Here in South Georgia, we believe in front porch welcomes, handwritten directions, and the kind of hospitality that lingers long after the road trip ends. If there’s one thing we hope you take with you, it’s this: you’re always welcome here.

Let’s keep the conversation going.

Follow Along and Get Inspired

Find even more local favorites, seasonal events, and behind-the-scenes travel tips by following our participating cities and visitor centers on Instagram:

@visitdublinga

@visit_statesboro

@visitvaldosta

@thinktiftonga

@VisitDouglasGA

@VisitVidaliaGA

@Visitalbanyga

@VisitPerry

@Richland_Rum

@City_of_moultrie_ga

@Fitzgerald.Georgia.5

@visitjeffdavis

Share Your Journey

If your travelers fall in love with a biscuit in Perry, a blues song in Statesboro, or a sunset over a pecan orchard—share it with us!

Use #RealSouthGA to join the story and help others discover the heart of Georgia, just a little further down the road.

See y'all soon.

—The South Georgia Tourism Team