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Explore Oconee, GA

In Oconee County, visitors can experience a stagecoach stop and inn from circa 1803 at the Eagle Tavern Museum, explore a rare covered bridge, float down the Oconee River with Oconee Joe, visit a working Clydesdale Farm, stroll through an art gallery and so much more!  Located in Georgia’s Historic Heartland region, Watkinsville, the county seat, is an hour east of Atlanta.

Start your trip at the Oconee County Welcome Center located in the historic William Daniell House, circa 1790s for suggestions on activities, events, group itineraries, dining recommendations, souvenirs, and more.

Come see what makes us uniquely Oconee! 

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Experience the charm and beauty of life in the 19th Century, while admiring modern art and feasting on food from across the globe.

This rural paradise in the Piedmont region, makes it easy to push the cares of the modern world away for a while. Enjoy the tranquility of the rivers that flow through the foot hills and listen to the stories of times past from one of our authentically dressed historians. Find a new family heirloom on Antique Row, or learn a new craft at the Oconee Cultural Arts Foundation. Finish your night with a southern dessert at one of our historical hotels.

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Oconee County

Oconee County

History lovers will enjoy a tour of our historic 1800s Eagle Tavern, while outdoor adventurers can float down the Oconee River with Oconee Joe or take a trail ride at Georgia’s only Clydesdale farm. In downtown Watkinsville, you will discover small-town southern charm, historic architecture, exceptional restaurants and delightful boutiques.

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Madison

Madison

Just an hour’s drive from Atlanta, Madison exhibits a quaint charm that transports travelers to a world apart – a testament to the everlasting appeal of honoring history, heritage, and kinship. Revered as one of the nation’s most picturesque towns, Madison beckons visitors to discover its stories and bask in the peaceful embrace of small-town life and heartfelt hospitality. Madison welcomes you to enter as a stranger and leave as a friend.

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Eatonton

Eatonton

Nestled between the picturesque landscapes of Lake Oconee and Lake Sinclair, Eatonton boasts a historic downtown, providing a unique blend of vibrant history, cultural arts, and outdoor recreation. Explore museums that transport you to the past, hike trails along scenic views, relax on blue waters, or immerse yourself in a vibrant arts culture.

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Macon

Macon

Stroll down wide avenues lined with art galleries, boutiques, and eateries as diverse as the people who built it. In a city where a night out can mean catching an up-and-coming artist playing outside one of our local eateries, watching a Broadway Play, or learning about our musical heritage at the Allman Brothers Band Museum and Capricorn Sounds.

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Augusta

Augusta

Augusta is more than a place you visit — it’s a place you feel. Set along the flowing Savannah River with vibrant streets, soul-filled flavors, and warm Southern hospitality, our city invites you to explore its funky charm and outdoor spirit.

Columbus

Columbus

Under the radar and over the top, Columbus, GA blends a vibrant artsy energy with unique local history and a thriving food scene. It’s also the perfect place to enjoy the outdoors, listen to local bands and taste finely brewed beer. In short, we’ve got world-class experiences without the world-class ego.

Madison

Just an hour’s drive from Atlanta, Madison exhibits a quaint charm that transports travelers to a world apart – a testament to the everlasting appeal of honoring history, heritage, and kinship. Revered as one of the nation’s most picturesque towns, Madison beckons visitors to discover its stories and bask in the peaceful embrace of small-town life and heartfelt hospitality.

Macon

Stroll down wide avenues lined with art galleries, boutiques, and eateries as diverse as the people who built it. In a city where a night out can mean catching an up-and-coming artist playing outside one of our local eateries, watching a Broadway Play, or learning about our musical heritage at the Allman Brothers Band Museum and Capricorn Sounds.

Augusta

Augusta is more than a place you visit — it’s a place you feel. Set along the flowing Savannah River with vibrant streets, soul-filled flavors, and warm Southern hospitality, our city invites you to explore its funky charm and outdoor spirit.

Whether you’re strolling our walkable downtown, catching live music, biking the trails, or discovering hidden gems, Augusta makes you feel right at home — and ready for more.

Columbus

Under the radar and over the top, Columbus, GA blends a vibrant artsy energy with unique local history and a thriving food scene. It’s also the perfect place to enjoy the outdoors, listen to local bands and taste finely brewed beer. In short, we’ve got world-class experiences without the world-class ego

Oconee County

A rural escape in Georgias’ foot hills, Oconee County offers a perfect blend of tranquil beauty, with excitement of historic and artistic discovery. The 19th century architectural back drop is complimented by southern hospitality and a thriving food scene.

Eatonton

Breathtaking historic architecture, combined with a thriving arts scene, makes the town a visual delight. Visit a rare artifact of an ancient civilization and take the walking tours to hear stories of The Civil War and local hauntings. Finally take in the sights and culture that inspired literary classics like The Color Purple at The Georgia Writers Museum.

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Welcome Center

1070 Founders Blvd. Athens, GA 30606
(706) 769-5197