10 TOP Things to Do in Southwest Georgia (2026 Activity Guide)

Thomasville showing a house, heritage architecture and a sunset

Pebble Hill Plantation showing interior views

Georgia Museum of Agriculture and Historic Village showing heritage elements

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What to do in Southwest Georgia

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Joseph Winthrop Holley, born in 1874 to former slaves in Winnsboro, South Carolina, founded the institution in 1903 as the Albany Bible and Manual Training Institute. W. E. B. Du Bois inspired Holley to return to the South after he read Du Bois's writings on the plight of Albany's blacks in The Souls of Black Folk. Holley relocated to Albany to start a school. With the help of a $2,600 gift from the Hazard family, Holley organized a board of trustees and purchased 50 acres

Albany State University

Walk around the campus at Albany State University as part of your travels around Albany. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Radium Springs Gardens

Explore a natural wonder in the state of Georgia that was once one of its most famous resort areas. Find out what a radium spring is.

Pebble Hill Plantation

A former 19th-century plantation and hunting ground beckons visitors to explore its art exhibitions, magnificent gardens, stunning architecture and animals.

Thomasville's Historic Big Oak

Stand beneath the shade of this ancient oak tree, which has stood gloriously in this spot in Thomasville for over three centuries.

Wild Adventures

Enjoy a fun-filled day at Wild Adventures as part of your trip to Valdosta. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants or seek out the adventure tours.

National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center

You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Infantry Museum and Soldier Center in Columbus. While in this family-friendly area, find time to visit its shops.

Fort Benning Visitor Control Center - Harmony Church Access Control Point

Fort Benning Visitor Control Center - Harmony Church Access Control Point is just one of the places to see in Fort Moore, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander the riverfront in this family-friendly area.

Valdosta State University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Valdosta State University, during your trip to Valdosta. Experience the entertainment venues and theater scene in this romantic area.

Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter

Enjoy an outing to Georgia National Fairgrounds & Agricenter during your stay in Perry. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Areas of Southwest Georgia

Savannah Moon Bakery & Cafe in Thomasville, GA. Fabulous desserts. Try the Tin Roof pie. To die for.

Downtown Historic District

While visiting Downtown Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Thomasville Genealogical, History and Fine Arts Library and Sweet Grass Dairy Marketplace.

Lapham-Patterson House which includes interior views and a house

Dawson Street Historic District

If you're spending some time in Dawson Street Historic District, Lapham-Patterson House and Thomas County Museum of History are top sights worth seeing.