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Highest-rated things to do in Georgia by visitors

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When planning your next holiday, you might feel an instinctual pull toward destinations that would take you across oceans, like Tokyo or Paris, but there are experiences closer to home that will have you thinking twice before booking a trip abroad ever again.

If you're craving a burst of adrenaline, why not reserve a spot in Michigan's famed Saugatuck Dune Rides? The activity's charmingly dated website is a great indication of its word-of-mouth notoriety and timeless appeal. Over in Arizona, you might be surprised to find that it's not just the Grand Canyon that tempts travelers to its desert landscape—it's also one-of-a-kind venues like the Musical Instrument Museum, where music enthusiasts can find over 7,500 instruments from 200 countries around the world.

Indeed, even if you've lived in Georgia your whole life, you might be surprised by just how many top-rated things you've yet to cross off your list. From architectural wonders and picturesque views to historical museums and other must-see sights, you'll find your appreciation for Georgia reignited just by reading through this list of top-rated things to do.

Stacker compiled a list of the highest-rated things to do in Georgia using data from Tripadvisor. Tripadvisor ranks places using a combination of metrics, including overall rating, reviews, and number of page views. As a result, an activity with a 5 out of 5 overall rating might rank lower than one with a 4 out of 5. Data is as of Aug. 15, 2025.

Whether you're a family of five traveling in a recreational vehicle or a duo of friends looking for a quick getaway in Georgia, read on for a list of sights you could easily plan a trip around.

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#30. National Center for Civil and Human Rights

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#30. National Center for Civil and Human Rights

- Rating: 4.8/5 (2,206 reviews)
- City: Atlanta
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#29. North Georgia Wildlife & Safari Park

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#29. North Georgia Wildlife & Safari Park

- Rating: 4.7/5 (996 reviews)
- City: Cleveland
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#28. Brasstown Bald Mountain

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#28. Brasstown Bald Mountain

- Rating: 4.7/5 (1,178 reviews)
- City: Blairsville
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#27. Blue Ridge Scenic Railway

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#27. Blue Ridge Scenic Railway

- Rating: 4.2/5 (1,459 reviews)
- City: Blue Ridge
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#25. The Old Sorrel Weed House Museum & Tours

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#25. The Old Sorrel Weed House Museum & Tours

- Rating: 4.4/5 (2,604 reviews)
- City: Savannah
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#20. Amicalola Falls State Park

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#20. Amicalola Falls State Park

- Rating: 4.7/5 (1,459 reviews)
- City: Dawsonville
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#18. Owens-thomas House & Slave Quarters

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#18. Owens-thomas House & Slave Quarters

- Rating: 4.4/5 (2,464 reviews)
- City: Savannah
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#14. Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site

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#14. Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site

- Rating: 4.6/5 (3,547 reviews)
- City: Atlanta
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#13. Driftwood Beach

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#13. Driftwood Beach

- Rating: 4.7/5 (3,126 reviews)
- City: Jekyll Island Golden Isles of
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#3. Cathedral of St. John the Baptist

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#3. Cathedral of St. John the Baptist

- Rating: 4.8/5 (9,863 reviews)
- City: Savannah
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#2. Savannah Historic District

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#2. Savannah Historic District

- Rating: 4.8/5 (14,423 reviews)
- City: Savannah
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