12 Places In Georgia That Are Better Than Anywhere Else In The Country

Whether you've lived here all your life or are just visiting for a day, it's easy to see that the Peach State is a pretty special place. There are such a wide array of beautiful places in Georgia. If you're looking for metropolitan glamor, it doesn't get much more bustling than Atlanta. Savannah has one of the most charming historic districts in the entire country. Our barrier islands like Tybee and Jekyll are perfect beach getaways, but we also have the beautiful mountains of the northeast part of the state. Here are some of our favorite places in Georgia:

1. Providence Canyon State Park: 8930 Canyon Rd, Lumpkin, GA 31815

Providence Canyon is considered one of the wonders of Georgia and is nicknamed the "Little Grand Canyon." It's amazing to look at these deep gorges and realize that they were primarily the result of poor agricultural practices! Most of the canyons here were greatly worsened by soil erosion from runoff.

2. River Street in Savannah

Savannah is the oldest city in Georgia and it's such a great area regardless of what your interests are. There are tons of historical museums here, but it's also a city that's filled with natural beauty. The nightlife is great and there are plenty of concerts and restaurants to check out.

3. Radium Springs Garden: 2501 Radium Springs Rd, Albany, GA 31705

Radium Springs is also considered one of Georgia's seven natural wonders. An underground cave pumps out 70,000 gallons of water each minute that is a clear, brilliant blue. You aren't able to swim here, but it's a stunning place for a walk.

4. Tallulah Gorge State Park: 338 Jane Hurt Yarn Rd, Tallulah Falls, GA 30573

At two miles long and just under 1,000 feet deep, Tallulah Gorge belongs on any Georgia bucket list!

5. Marietta Square: 99 S Park Square NE, Marietta, GA 30060

Marietta is a large suburb of Atlanta, but when you're in the adorable downtown Marietta Square, you'll feel like you're in a small town. The area is filled with restaurants and stores, plus a lovely little park.

6. Cumberland Island National Seashore: Plum Orchard Dr, St Marys, GA 31558

Cumberland Island is a barrier island off Georgia's coast. It's unique in that it is home to one of the most famous wild horse populations in the eastern U.S. It's a popular spot for camping, hiking, and sight-seeing.

7. Gibbs Gardens: 1987 Gibbs Dr, Ball Ground, GA 30107

Gibbs Gardens is one of the best botanical gardens in Georgia. There are 220 acres filled with a variety of plants here, including trees, flowering blooms, and both native and exotic species.

8. Helen

Helen is a charming small town nestled in the northeast Georgia mountains. The downtown Main Street is designed like a Bavarian village. There are many German restaurants and lots of the shops sell German goods and have colorful murals. The Chattahoochee River flows right through the middle of the town, so there's plenty of natural beauty to be seen as well.

9. Arabia Mountain: Stonecrest, GA

Arabia Mountain is an interesting area that's just outside of Atlanta but will make you feel like you are on another planet. The mountain is covered with granite rocks and a variety of plant life that is specially adapted to live on the mountain.

10. Amicalola Falls State Park: 418 Amicalola Falls State Park Rd, Dawsonville, GA 30534

As the highest waterfall in Georgia at 729 feet, Amicalola Falls is certainly a wonder that has to be seen in person to be appreciated!

11. Cloudland Canyon State Park: 122 Cloudland Canyon Park Rd, Rising Fawn, GA 30738

Visitors to Cloudland Canyon often remark it's the most beautiful place they've ever been. It's no wonder that this is one of the most popular state parks in Georgia.

12. Lookout Mountain

Lookout Mountain is in the northwest corner of the state and from its peak, you can see seven states if the skies are clear!

How many of these amazing places in Georgia have you visited? Are there any others you think should be on the list? Share your thoughts in the comments!