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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Day Trip to Athens ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Day Trip to Athens
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2. Day Trip to Thomasville ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Day Trip to Thomasville
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3. Day Trip to Madison

Day Trip to Madison
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4. Explore Canton

Explore Canton
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5. Relax on Cumberland Island

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Relax on Cumberland Island
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6. Dahlonega

Dahlonega
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7. Explore the attractions of Duluth

Explore the attractions of Duluth
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8. Learn about history in Fayetteville

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Learn about history in Fayetteville
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9. Have fun outdoors in Helen

Have fun outdoors in Helen
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10. Take the ferry to Hutchinson Island

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Take the ferry to Hutchinson Island
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11. Go biking on Jekyll Island

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Go biking on Jekyll Island
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12. Day Trip to Blackbeard Island

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Day Trip to Blackbeard Island
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13. Play golf on Lake Lanier Islands

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Play golf on Lake Lanier Islands
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14. Check into a luxury hotel on Little St. Simons Island

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Check into a luxury hotel on Little St. Simons Island
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15. Go fishing on Little Tybee Island

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Go fishing on Little Tybee Island
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16. See the waterfalls around Blairsville

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See the waterfalls around Blairsville
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17. Take a day trip from Savannah to Ossabaw Island

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Take a day trip from Savannah to Ossabaw Island
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18. Take the boat to Sapelo Island

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Take the boat to Sapelo Island
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19. Tour historic Savannah

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Tour historic Savannah
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20. Visit Sea Island within Georgia's Golden Isles

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Visit Sea Island within Georgia's Golden Isles
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21. Go camping on Skidaway Island

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Go camping on Skidaway Island
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22. Attend a festival in St Mary’s

Attend a festival in St Mary’s
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23. See impressive canyons around Tallulah Falls

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See impressive canyons around Tallulah Falls
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24. Admire the sea turtles of Wassaw Island

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Admire the sea turtles of Wassaw Island
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25. Day trip to Atlanta

Day trip to Atlanta
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Q: What kind of terrains can visitors explore in Georgia?
  • A: Georgia offers beautiful, diverse terrains, from the splendid Blue Ridge Mountains to over 110 miles of coastline, including 15 barrier islands.
  • Q: Are there public parks and historic sites in Georgia?
  • A: Visitors can enjoy numerous public parks, open spaces, preserved historic sites, and charming small towns with designated historic downtown main streets.
  • Q: What are some day trip options in Georgia?
  • A: There are many unique day trips to choose from, including family-friendly trips from Athens and other cities like Atlanta.

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