GEORGIA’S NINE TRAVEL REGIONS:

Atlanta Metro

Dynamic, bustling and surprising, this area has attractions as diverse as the five million people who call its many communities home. Discover antique treasures or go mall hopping; visit world-class museums or fine art galleries; enjoy the great outdoors or an amusement park; stroll historic sites.

For much more information in English, visit the Atlanta Metro region page.

Classic South

Here, the gentle hills of Georgia’s piedmont meet the beginnings of the coastal plain, creating a backdrop of natural beauty that accentuates the region’s history and heritage. Paddle or cruise the historic Augusta Canal, fish the crystal clear lakes or take a leisurely stroll through manicured gardens.

For much more information in English, visit the Classic South region page.

The Georgia Coast

The Coast stretches approximately 160 kilometers between the Savannah and St. Marys Rivers. In this region you can wander isolated beaches, tranquil marshes and cobblestone streets. Sample low country delicacies like soft-shelled crabs and Brunswick stew, or sway to the soulful beat of a Gullah-Geechee song. Barrier islands, mysterious swamps and the easy rhythm of the coastal culture make for an unforgettable experience.

For much more information in English, visit the Georgia Coast region page.

Historic Heartland

From charming towns and authentic antiques to quaint little shops along scenic byways, the Historic Heartland offers the warmth of yesteryear in quintessential Southern style. Get your feet wet and catch a mess of fish, or follow themed trails through the region’s beauty.

For much more information in English, visit the Historic Heartland region page.

Historic High Country

Immerse yourself in fascinating history, captivating scenery and genuine hospitality in Northwest Georgia, “the enchanted land” of the Cherokee Indians. Explore the region’s mystique on numerous driving, walking, pedaling or riding trails that lead you through the area’s Native American roots, historic districts and homegrown attractions. From Civil War sites to national forests, discover enriching experiences through northwest Georgia.

For much more information in English, visit the Historic High Country region page.

Magnolia Midlands

Taste a slower, simpler lifestyle along the back roads of Georgia with a visit to the Magnolia Midlands in southeastern Georgia. The region provides a backdrop of beautiful scenery for any adventure you might seek, from outdoor sports to local festivals, from great food to a rich agricultural history.

For much more information in English, visit the Magnolia Midlands region page.

Northeast Georgia Mountains

The northeast Georgia mountain region offers an outdoor retreat, with its foothills and mountains serving as the gateway to the Appalachian Mountains. The Chattahoochee National Forest provides a vast protected, scenic and recreational playground with nearby cabins and cottages for visitors. Try your hand at whitewater rafting and kayaking or see folk potters, vintners and other artisans at work.

For much more information in English, visit the Northeast Georgia Mountains region page.

Plantation Trace

The rural southwestern region of Georgia is full of stories in each of its intriguing small towns, its woodlands and its rivers. Tour plantations and historic farms and relive Georgia’s historic past. For those with a more adventurous spirit, a visit to Wild Adventures theme park will provide thrills and chills.

For much more information in English, visit the Plantation Trace region page.

Presidential Pathways

Located in Georgia’s southern rivers district, this 19-county area in west central Georgia is deeply rooted in American history. Visitors today soak up reflections from the antebellum era, Civil War years, proud heritage of two U.S. presidents and birth of the modern South.

For much more information in English, visit the Presidential Pathways region page.