Quick Summary:

  • The city of Thomasville, Georgia, often referred to as the state’s “Rose City,” is a destination in itself.
  • Visitors can take a walk along the city’s historic brick streets and explore downtown Thomasville, once known as “the Winter Resort of the South."
  • History can be found around nearly every corner, from the centuries-old Big Oak to the Lapham-Patterson House and the sprawling Pebble Hill Plantation, along with multiple history museums.
  • The historic downtown district is also home to over 100 independent restaurants and shops.


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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Pebble Hill Plantation ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Pebble Hill Plantation | Things to Do in Thomasville, Georgia
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2. The Big Oak Tree of Thomasville ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

The Big Oak Tree of Thomasville | Things to Do in Thomasville, Georgia
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3. Lapham-Patterson House

Lapham-Patterson House | Things to Do in Thomasville, Georgia
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4. Thomasville History Center

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Thomasville History Center | Things to Do in Thomasville, Georgia
© Thomasville History Center

5. Jack Hadley Black History Museum

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Jack Hadley Black History Museum | Things to Do in Thomasville, Georgia
© Jack Hadley Black History Museum

6. Birdsong Nature Center

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Birdsong Nature Center | Things to Do in Thomasville, Georgia
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7. The Ritz Amphitheater

The Ritz Amphitheater | Things to Do in Thomasville, Georgia
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8. Grassroots Coffee

Category: Food & Drink
Grassroots Coffee | Things to Do in Thomasville, Georgia
© Grassroots Coffee

9. Chop House on the Bricks

Chop House on the Bricks | Things to Do in Thomasville, Georgia
© Chop House on the Bricks

10. Fallin's Real Pit Bar-B-Q

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Fallin's Real Pit Bar-B-Q | Things to Do in Thomasville, Georgia
© Fallin's Real Pit Bar-B-Q

11. Farmer’s Daughter Vineyards and Tasting Room

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Farmer’s Daughter Vineyards and Tasting Room | Things to Do in Thomasville, Georgia
© Farmer’s Daughter Vineyards

12. 1861 Distillery

Category: Food & Drink
1861 Distillery | Things to Do in Thomasville, Georgia
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