Macon Historic District Travel Guide
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Visit Macon Historic District
Popular places to visit
Tubman Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Tubman Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Macon. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.
Hay House
Find out why this stately Italian Renaissance Revival-style mansion has earned the nickname Palace of the South.
Grand Opera House
Enjoy a performance at Grand Opera House, a theatre with a story to tell in Macon. Experience the live music and entertainment venues in this family-friendly area.
Georgia Sports Hall of Fame
You can browse the exhibits at Georgia Sports Hall of Fame, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Macon. Experience the area's live music and entertainment venues.
Douglass Theater
Enjoy a show at Douglass Theater, a popular theatre in Macon. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.
Cannonball House
You can browse the exhibits at Cannonball House, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Macon. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.
Things to do
Ocmulgee Mounds Smartphone (GPS/APP) Guided History Walking Tour
Awesome Scavenger Hunt: The Mysteries of Macon
Top hotels in Macon Historic District
Hotel Forty Five, Macon, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
"This was a horrible stay. Elevators weren’t working. People were complaining about a woman screaming. There was a man bleeding from head in hallway. I was kept up from 12:30-4:30 am by people screaming outside my door. Eventually cops came and broke into room across the hall and things quieted. It ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
1842 Inn
"Beautiful property, very helpful staff. Great breakfast. Highly recommended!"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
The Woodward Hotel
"The room was very nice and clean. Just make sure you check your spam folder the day before you checkin so you can get your code to the door since it’s contactless checkin!"
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Best Western Riverside Inn
"It was an older building, but for the cost it wasn’t horrible. The furniture was good, but the room needed a new coat of paint. But over all, did alright. Food was great."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Macon I-75
"This is NOT a pet friendly hotel! The hairs on the bed and mites completely grossed me out."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
SpringHill Suites by Marriott Macon
"Breakfast was terrible"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Macon Historic District
College Hill
While visiting College Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Hay House and Carmichael House.
Pleasant Hill Historic District
While there might not be top attractions in Pleasant Hill Historic District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House and Hay House.
Tindall Heights Historic District
While Tindall Heights Historic District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Tubman Museum and Grand Opera House.
East Macon Historic District
Though East Macon Historic District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Macon Coliseum and Ocmulgee National Monument.
Vineville Historic District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Vineville Historic District and surrounding area, you can visit The Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House and Hay House.
North Highlands Historic District
While North Highlands Historic District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Macon Coliseum and Hay House.
