Bibb district, Georgia, United States

Places to visit near Macon

Macon is a town in Bibb district, Georgia, United States, home to about 91,351 people. Within 50 km by road there are 170 places to visit — 65 lakes, dams & reservoirs, 29 forts & heritage, 24 churches and 19 museums. The must-see places are Cannonball House (1 km), First Presbyterian Church (1 km) and Christ Episcopal Church (1 km).

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Macon at a glance

Location
Bibb district, Georgia, United States
Population
about 91,351
Coordinates
32.8407° N, 83.6324° W
Places within 50 km
170 (17 must-see)
Best time to visit
August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open for lakes, dams & reservoirs; October to February for forts & heritage; year-round for churches and museums

Top places to visit near Macon

Ranked by how worth the drive they are from Macon: must-see places and the closest well-loved spots first. Open a place for photos, today’s visitor status, timings and directions.

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Lakes, dams & reservoirs near Macon

111 lakes, dams & reservoirs within 100 km of Macon. The closest is Walker Lakes (6 km); the best-known is Edwards Lake Dam (10 km). Best time: august to december when reservoirs are full and gates may open.

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Forts & heritage near Macon

51 forts & heritage within 100 km of Macon. The closest is Walnut Street Lane (1 km); the best-known is Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park (3 km). Best time: october to february.

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Churches near Macon

31 churches within 100 km of Macon. The closest is First Presbyterian Church (1 km). Best time: year-round.

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Museums near Macon

28 museums within 100 km of Macon. The closest is Cannonball House (1 km). Best time: year-round.

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Hill stations & viewpoints near Macon

13 hill stations & viewpoints within 100 km of Macon. The closest is Lamar Mounds (6 km). Best time: october to february for cool, clear air.

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Parks near Macon

10 parks within 100 km of Macon. The closest is Addison Tinsley Park (1 km). Best time: year-round, evenings.

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A one-day trip from Macon

5 of the best places within 60 km, in driving order so you don’t double back: about 24 km on the road.

  1. Start in Macon
  2. 1 km Cannonball House · museum, Bibb
  3. 1 km First Presbyterian Church · church, Bibb
  4. 1 km Christ Episcopal Church · church, Bibb
  5. 2 km Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park · heritage site, Bibb
  6. 11 km Museum of Arts and Sciences · museum, Bibb
  7. 8 km Back to Macon

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How to reach Macon

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    Within 15 km of Macon

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    Count by type (within 100 km)

    Places near Macon by type
    TypeWithin 50 kmWithin 100 kmNearest
    Lakes, dams & reservoirs65111Walker Lakes (6 km)
    Forts & heritage2951Walnut Street Lane (1 km)
    Churches2431First Presbyterian Church (1 km)
    Museums1928Cannonball House (1 km)
    Hill stations & viewpoints413Lamar Mounds (6 km)
    Parks710Addison Tinsley Park (1 km)
    Beaches & coast910Hole 9 Left 2 (10 km)
    Wildlife, forests & gardens48Waddell Barnes Botanical Gardens (13 km)
    Other attractions67EC-135N “Stratotanker” (35 km)
    Rivers, islands & mangroves16Ocmulgee River (42 km)
    Waterfalls14Falls at Spring Creek (16 km)
    Temples11Temple Beth Israel (1 km)

    Macon: questions travellers ask

    What are the best places to visit near Macon?

    Cannonball House (museum, about 1 km), First Presbyterian Church (church, about 1 km), Christ Episcopal Church (church, about 1 km), Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park (heritage site, about 3 km), Museum of Arts and Sciences (museum, about 8 km), Edwards Lake Dam (dam, about 10 km).

    How many tourist places are there within 50 km of Macon?

    170 places on Spotwander: 65 lakes, dams & reservoirs, 29 forts & heritage, 24 churches, 19 museums, 4 hill stations & viewpoints.

    Which is the nearest lake to Macon?

    Walker Lakes, about 6 km by road; Lakeside Reservoir (7 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest fort to Macon?

    Walnut Street Lane, about 1 km by road; Gold Star Memorial (1 km) is next.

    Which is the nearest church to Macon?

    First Presbyterian Church, about 1 km by road; Christ Episcopal Church (1 km) is next.

    What is a good one-day trip from Macon?

    Start in Macon, visit Cannonball House, then First Presbyterian Church, then Christ Episcopal Church, then Ocmulgee Mounds National Historical Park, then Museum of Arts and Sciences, and drive back — about 24 km by road in all.

    What is the best time to visit places near Macon?

    August to December when reservoirs are full and gates may open for lakes, dams & reservoirs; October to February for forts & heritage; year-round for churches and museums.

    Towns near Macon

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