THE HEART OF THE SOUTH

Welcome to the tourism website for the State of Georgia, a destination full of diverse and exciting attractions: the heart and soul of the American South.

From bustling cities to a relaxing coastline and breathtaking mountain scenery, Georgia boasts all types of rich and unique experiences. Atlanta beats as the cultural heart of the Southeast and is home to more than 5.5 million people. Atlanta hosted the 1996 Centennial Olympic Games, where Hartsfield-Jackson international airport is accessible from all corners of the earth.

Georgia’s Coast stretches approximately 160 km between the Savannah and St. Marys Rivers. In this unique region you can wander isolated beaches, tranquil marshes and cobblestone streets. Discover natural and cultural wonders including Savannah, historic lighthouses and the Okefenokee Swamp.

Georgia is an outdoor adventurer’s paradise. Georgia’s borders encompass one of the country’s most diverse and beautiful landscapes offering a variety of eco-friendly outdoor adventures for everyone. Awaiting you are exciting outdoor adventures like hiking, hang-gliding, mountain biking, and white-water kayaking. Georgia State Parks offer 63 sites including 45 state parks, three state historic parks and 15 historic sites, stretching from the Blue Ridge Mountains to the Atlantic Coast. The state is sprinkled with pristine environments such as the swamp at the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge, one of the oldest freshwater areas in the country.

Come to Georgia and discover the unexpected.