Macon Guidebook
Museums
A piece of musical history you have to see!
47 locals recommend
The Allman Brothers Band Museum at The Big House
2321 Vineville AveA piece of musical history you have to see!
Johnston–Felton–Hay House
934 Georgia AveHistoric museum
Interesting and beautiful art along with animal fossils.
30 locals recommend
Museum of Arts and Sciences
4182 Forsyth RdInteresting and beautiful art along with animal fossils.
Food Scene
Some of the best burgers in town. Oh, don't forget to try one of their milkshakes.
57 locals recommend
Rookery
543 Cherry StSome of the best burgers in town. Oh, don't forget to try one of their milkshakes.
Tokyo Alley
574 Mulberry St LnA personal favorite!
Ocmulgee Brewpub
484 2nd StGreat laid back atmosphere
Kudzu Seafood Company
512 Poplar StNice atmosphere & good food.
Some of the best breakfasts in town. Personal favorite! Get there early, they close at 2 PM.
30 locals recommend
H & H
807 Forsyth StSome of the best breakfasts in town. Personal favorite! Get there early, they close at 2 PM.
Fatty's Pizza
587 2nd StGreat pizza, personal favorite!
Ingleside Village Pizza
2395 Ingleside AveGreat pizza & you can take it to go.
The Brick
1305 Hardeman AveGreat food & atmosphere
Amici Macon
1510 Mercer University DriveGreat place to go and sit on the deck upstairs!
Z Beans Coffee - Downtown
311 Cotton AveGotta have that morning caffeine? They make great coffee here!
Mikata Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar
2972 Riverside DriveThe hibachi here is fabulous. Sushi is great!
Just Tap'd Macon
488 1st StGreat selection of local spirits!
Shopping
The Shoppes at River Crossing
5080 Riverside DrGreat place to shop.
Wear
421 1st StThrift store with great daily deals. All proceeds go to the homeless.
Sightseeing
Beautiful scenic views mixed with history and heritage.
56 locals recommend
Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park
1207 Emery HwyBeautiful scenic views mixed with history and heritage.
Cannonball House (Macon, Georgia)
856 Mulberry StHistoric site & museum.
Things to do
B J's Billiards
430 Martin Luther King Jr BlvdThis place has several pool tables you can rent by the hour.
Beautiful architecture and many shows to choose from throughout the year.
6 locals recommend
The Douglass Theatre
355 Martin Luther King Jr BlvdBeautiful architecture and many shows to choose from throughout the year.
The Grand Opera House
651 Mulberry StWatch shows & bands performing here!
Georgia Sports Hall of Fame
301 Cherry StGreat for you sport fans out there!
Pin Strikes-Macon
4318 Sheraton DrBowling & laser tag!
Parks
If you bring your furry family members with you, this dog park is only a few blocks away!
9 locals recommend
Macon Dog Park
831 Adams StIf you bring your furry family members with you, this dog park is only a few blocks away!
Beautiful area & there are great spots if you want to hang a hammock
20 locals recommend
Tattnall Square Park
1155 College StBeautiful area & there are great spots if you want to hang a hammock
Amerson River Park
2551 Pierce Dr NTake an intertube or kayak and enjoy a float down the river.
Washington Park
College StreetBeautiful park right down the street.
Coleman Hill Park
285 Spring StAnother great park in Macon!
City advice
Getting around
Within walking distance
You will be staying less than a mile away from downtown.
What to pack
Amerson River Park
If you come during the summer months don't forget your bathing suits and intertubes. Amerson River Park is only 4 miles away and you can float down the river.