Hidden Gems
Family fun in Georgia is more than just our major attractions … there’s fun for your whole family around every corner. From history to arts and animals to education, you’ll find our state filled with must-see attractions that the whole family can enjoy.
Start your family vacation on the Coast at Cumberland Island, where your kids can become “junior rangers” as part of the Cumberland Island Junior Ranger Program. Your kids will swell with pride as they receive their official Junior Ranger badge. It’s a fun, educational adventure for the family.
In Macon, bring the family to a pair of great venues. Visit the Georgia Music Hall of Fame and come face-to-face with Georgia's rich-sounding music heritage and listen to the likes of Ray Charles, Alan Jackson, James Bown, R.E.M., Jermaine Dupri, the Allman Brothers Band and Trisha Yearwood to name a few. The Georgia Sports Hall of Fame brings to life Georgia's many sports heroes. Let your dreams come alive as you learn about legendary names like Ty Cobb, Herschel Walker, Hank Aaron, Bill Elliot and Tommy Aaron.
For the ultimate learning experience, visit Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta. As they dive into the activities of this interactive venue, your children will experience the power of imagination. From self-expression through dance to painting a mural masterpiece, kids enjoy creative environments and activities that inspire the pure delight of learning.
Travel north, and take a trip back in time at Prater’s Mill. The 19th century will come alive as you and your family discover this unique mill. On Columbus Day weekend, Prater’s Mill features the best in local artisans, craftsman and country food at its annual country fair. It’s truly an experience the whole family will enjoy.
Interested in seeing the largest collection of kangaroos outside of the Australian outback? Well, that is just what you’ll find at the Kangaroo Conservation Center. Nestled in the southern Appalachian town of Dawsonville, you can meet a variety of Aussie animals, including over 200 kangaroos, at this 87-acre wildlife sanctuary. The entire family is sure to love Georgia’s very own “Aussie adventure.”
Family fun abounds in Georgia. So bring your family together with fun – explore the hidden gems that you can only find in Georgia.
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Related Sites:
Georgia Music Hall of Fame
Kangaroo Conservation Center
Cumberland Island Junior Ranger Program
Georgia Sports Hall of Fame
Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta
Prater's Mill
Lane Packing
Stone Mountain Park
Wild Adventures Theme Park
Georgia Golf Hall of Fame
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