Posted in Georgia Attractions October 21, 2020 by Marisa Roman

10 Underrated Places In Georgia To Take An Out-Of-Towner

For every person that visits you in Georgia, you probably have a list of places that they’d love to see. You know the list—with all the spots that people think of first when they think of Georgia. But what about all of the underrated places in Georgia? Those places that stay off the major To-Do lists, but are still so uniquely part of the state that they deserve the same recognition most of the major places receive. Here’s a list of some of the most under-appreciated spots in Georgia, and why an out-of-towner needs to add them to their itinerary:

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1. This hidden-gem in the heart of Atlanta where you can spend the night:

2. Swan House: Traditionally known as one of the most recognized and photographed landmarks in Atlanta.

3. Watching the wild horses of Cumberland Island:

4. The beautiful archway of Spanish moss in Wormsloe Plantation:

5. Providence Canyon State Park, AKA, Georgia's Little Grand Canyon.

6. Climb one of the highest peaks in all of Georgia.

8. A mined quarry featuring rich, blue water and a slice of history.

9. One of the most unique botanical gardens in the country.

10. Probably the coolest history lesson around.

So there you have it; a few of the most underrated places in Georgia that it’s high time you visit. Bring the family, bring your friends and add these to the list for your out-of-town guests to peruse when they come to Georgia.

Have you been to any of the spots above? Let us know what you thought in the comments below!

Address: Atlanta, GA, USA

Address: 130 West Paces Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30305, USA

Address: Cumberland Island, Georgia, USA

Address: 7601 Skidaway Rd, Savannah, GA 31406, USA

Address: Providence Canyons, Georgia 31821, USA

Address: Blood Mountain, Georgia 30512, USA

Address: Arabia Mountain, Stonecrest, GA 30038, USA

Address: Chappell Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318, USA

Address: 1345 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, USA

Address: Etowah Indian Mounds State Historic Site, 813 Indian Mound Rd SE, Cartersville, GA 30120, USA

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Underrated Places In Georgia

October 26, 2020

Marisa Roman

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