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Top 3 places to visit in Georgia

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driving vacation travelWith lively cities, a relaxing coastline and stunning mountain scenery, Georgia offers one of the most diverse travel experiences in the United States.

Georgia is bordered to the north by Tennessee and North Carolina, to the north east by South Carolina, to the south east by the Atlantic Ocean, to the south by Florida, and to the west by Alabama.

Its cities offer a wide range of tourist attractions, while the state’s 47 parks provide a plethora of opportunities for outdoor adventures. Read on as we look at the top three places to visit in Georgia.

Enjoy the buzz of Atlanta

People from all over the US have relocated to Atlanta, contributing to the city’s cosmopolitan feel.

If you are a lover of the great outdoors, be captivated by the peace and serenity of the iconic Piedmont Park.

Visitors searching for a culture fix should check out Atlanta’s burgeoning theatre scene, world-class restaurants or buzzing nightlife.

Families have a wealth of attractions to choose from, including LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Atlanta, the World of Coca-Cola and a larger-than-life aquarium.

If a night at the casino is more your thing, head away from the city and play up your winnings from golden-bonus-code.com aboard a superbly stylish casino cruise.

Hideaway on Jekyll Island

The southernmost of the Golden Isles, Jekyll Island is ideal for travellers seeking a quiet beach vacation.

The entire island is designated as a Georgia state park, meaning conservation and wildlife preservation is top priority.

Visitors can relax on eight miles of pristine beaches or meander through the historic area known as Millionaire’s Village.

Some of America’s richest families, including the Vanderbilts, the Rockefellers and the Pulitzers have lived there in the past.

The island is also full of wildlife, with many different mammals, reptiles and birds living and breeding in its inland salt marshes.

Check out historic Athens

Athens marks the starting point of Georgia’s Antebellum Trail of Historic Towns, which highlights Civil War era homes and period architecture.

The University of Georgia’s campus is also home to the Georgia Museum of Natural History and the Georgia Museum of Art.

For a more modern vacation, check out the downtown area’s restaurants, entertainment, shopping centres and nightlife.

Athens also boasts a vibrant live music scene, with local acts like R.E.M., The B-52’s, Drive-By Truckers and Widespread Panic all going on to achieve international acclaim after starting out in the city.

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