Below is an itinerary of a 4 day/3 night stay as you move through Macon to Athens and see the Antebellum Trail and all its beauty.
DAY ONE
Athens
10:00 AM The Georgia Museum of Art
Browse permanent and traveling exhibits from all over
the world at the official state museum.
12:00 PM Historic Downtown
Shop in unique boutiques, galleries and specialty shops
Housed in historic buildings and have lunch in one of
downtown’s many cafes, eateries and fine restaurants.
2:00 PM Athens Visitor Center/Church-
Waddell-Brumby House
Meet your guide at this ca.1820 house museum for a
tour of Historic Athens.
4:00 PM The State Botanical Garden of Georgia
Stop-in for a quick tour of this 313-acre preserve
featuring a three-story conservatory, miles of nature
trails and beautiful outdoor gardens.
Watkinsville
5:00 PM Elder Mill Covered Bridge
Visit this beautiful 1860’s covered bridge overlooking
Elder Mill and Rose Creek.
DAY TWO
10:00 AM Eagle Tavern Museum
Built in 1801, this Historic Stage Coach stop, Tavern
& Inn showcases early American life and artifacts from
Antebellum Georgia.
10:30 AM Historic Downtown Watkinsville
Tour the village town and enjoy shopping at art
galleries, antique shops and gift shops. Stop at the
Historic Ashford Manor Bed and Breakfast, tour the
grounds and enjoy mint juleps on the grand front porch.
Madison
1200 PM Madison Welcome Center
Take a walking or driving tour of the historic district
highlighting many Antebellum and Victorian homes
and other attractions. Have lunch alfresco or join the
locals at one of 12 downtown eateries.
2:00 PM Antiquing in Madison
Explore the many antique and collectible shops in
this lovely historic town. Three historic homes and 3
Museums open for touring. Over 170 dealers in the
Historic District.
Eatonton
4:00 PM Chamber of Commerce
Stop in for Eatonton information and guides for the
Alice Walker Driving Tour and Historic Eatonton
Walking tour.
4:30 PM Welcome to Historic Eatonton, Georgia USA
Stroll the streets once traveled by famous Eatontonians
such as Dr. Benjamin Hunt, Lollie and Leila Jenkins, James
Denham, Joel Chandler Harris and Alexander Reid.
5:00 PM Alice Walker Driving Tour
See the significant sites from this Pulitzer Prize
winning author’s past.
7:00 PM Dinner
Dine overlooking Lake Oconee or a World Class Golf Course.
DAY THREE
10:00 am-Uncle Remus Museum
Spend some time in this museum housed in a log cabin
similar to the one occupied by “Uncle Remus”, the
lovable character made famous by author Joel Chandler Harris,
who was born and raised in Eatonton.
Milledgeville
12:15 PM Lunch
Have lunch in the beautiful downtown area where there’s
Something to tempt every palate.
1:00 PM Old State Capitol Building
Tour the newly renovated structure, home to some
Of Georgia’s greatest debates.
2:00 PM Lockerly Hall and Lockerly Arboretum
See the former plantation with an Arboretum
showcasing flora native to the Piedmont area.
4:00 PM Old Governor’s Mansion
Feel the presence of past governors as you tour this
historic house museum.
Old Clinton
5:00 PM Historic District
Take a tour of “the Town that Time Forgot”, settled
in 1807.
DAY FOUR
Macon
9:00 a.m. Georgia Sports Hall of Fame
Enjoy 14,000 square feet of exhibits, a NASCAR simulator
and celebration of Georgia athletes like Bobby Jones, Ty
Cobb, Hank Aaron, Jackie Robinson, and Louise Suggs.
Evander Holyfield. Nancy Lopez and Paul Anderson.
10:00 AM Macon’s Convention & Visitor Bureau
Ride a trolley to visit Macon’s distinctively beautiful
historic neighborhoods. Stops include visits to house
museums: Hay House, Cannonball House and Sidney
Lanier Cottage.
12:30 PM Between The Bread, 588 Mulberry Street
“Do lunch” at Macon’s “in” spot in one of the historic
downtown buildings to enjoy fresh breads, soups, salads,
and pastas. Be sure to include a dessert.
2:30 PM Georgia Music Hall of Fame
You’ll have “Georgia on your Mind” celebrating the
History of Georgia musicians like Johnny Mercer, Lena
Horne, Otis Redding, Ray Charles, Little Richard,
Trish Yearwood, Hovie Lister and the B-52’s.
3:30-4:30 PM Tubman African American Museum
African art, history and culture are featured through
changing exhibits and permanent collections including
The Noel Collection of ancient artifacts. Don’t miss the
African American inventors exhibit.
6:30 PM Tic-Toc Room or Downtown Grill
Ti-Toc is a fabulous restaurant in Historic Downtown
Where Little Richard once performed. Downtown Grill
Is in an alley off Third Street and is a favorite of locals!
You can’t miss with either of these night spots.
Dusk Lights on Macon
Experience the only tour of its kind in America,
Showcasing 33 private and public mansions, each
Dramatically illuminated in a free nightly display of
Southern elegance and grandeur.