Buford Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

I think this picture screams Southern living. I can just imagine myself sitting on the porch with a sweet tea, ok probably something with a little more kick, relaxing as the sun sets.
I think this picture screams Southern living. I can just imagine myself sitting on the porch with a sweet tea, ok probably something with a little more kick, relaxing as the sun sets.
There were a number of these great mermaid sculptures around town. It got to be a game of who would spot the next one first,
A quiet morning in the Lowlands.
While in the Buford area we visited a lighthouse where the play of light and shadow provided the mood captured here.

Where to stay in Buford

Welcome to the Grand Canal, Venezia

Sugar Hill

Visitors to Sugar Hill like its restaurants and riverfront, and Chattahoochee River is a sight worth a stop.

Sugar Hill
Home2 Suites by Hilton Buford Mall of Georgia

Home2 Suites by Hilton Buford Mall of Georgia

3 out of 5
2685 MALL OF GEORGIA BLVD Buford GA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹11,177 per night from 13 Feb to 14 Feb
₹11,177
₹13,196 total
13 Feb - 14 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Buford. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (481 reviews)
The rooms was clean neat

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Home2 Suites by Hilton Buford Mall of Georgia
Lanier Islands Resort

Lanier Islands Resort

3.5 out of 5
7000 Lanier Islands Parkway Buford GA
The price is ₹15,868 per night from 19 Feb to 20 Feb
₹15,868
₹18,386 total
19 Feb - 20 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach lodge in Buford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (720 reviews)
The room was very nice and we had a great view! The included breakfast was amazing and the staff for both the hotel and breakfast were friendly and attentive.

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

Lanier Islands Resort
WoodSpring Suites Buford near Mall of Georgia-Lake Lanier

WoodSpring Suites Buford near Mall of Georgia-Lake Lanier

2.5 out of 5
1671 HORIZON PARKWAY NE Buford GA
The price is ₹6,318 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
₹6,318
₹7,594 total
21 Jan - 22 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this property in Buford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Mall of Georgia and Georgia Sewing & Quilting ...
6.8/10 (178 reviews)
Everything was pretty great!

Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

WoodSpring Suites Buford near Mall of Georgia-Lake Lanier
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Extended Stay America Suites - Atlanta - Northlake

Extended Stay America Suites - Atlanta - Northlake

2.5 out of 5
3300 Northlake Pkwy Ne Atlanta GA
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Atlanta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
6.8/10 (579 reviews)
Teresa was very helpful and accommodating to us.

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Extended Stay America Suites - Atlanta - Northlake
Bellissimo Castle

Bellissimo Castle

5 out of 5
4726 Shirley Rd Gainesville GA
Stay at this luxury holiday home in Gainesville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Chattahoochee Golf Club and ...
Bellissimo Castle
Landing Apartments - Oakwood

Landing Apartments - Oakwood

3 out of 5
1000 Forestview Dr Oakwood GA
Stay at this apartment in Oakwood. Enjoy free parking, a fitness centre and in-room washers/dryers. Popular attractions Lake Lanier and Gainesville Theatre Alliance ...
Landing Apartments - Oakwood
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Margaritaville at Lanier Islands

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Margaritaville at Lanier Islands during your visit to Buford. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.

Margaritaville at Lanier Islands

Mall of Georgia

4/5(1 review)

During your trip to Buford, you can do some window-shopping at Mall of Georgia. Attend a sporting event while in this family-friendly area or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants.

Mall of Georgia

Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course

Enjoy a round of golf in Buford at Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Lanier Islands Legacy Golf Course

Buford Dam Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Buford Dam Park during your travels in Buford. Attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Buford Dam Park

Buford Community Center

After visiting Buford Community Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Buford. Amble around this family-friendly area's riverfront or attend a sporting event.

Buford Community Center

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Explore the great outdoors at Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, a lovely green space in Buford. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area

Cities near Buford

Adobe

Lawrenceville

By far the nicest, best maintained, longest park I have ever visited. My complete favorite. Awesome trails for everything from biking to jogging. Cleanest park I have ever seen.

Suwanee

Lake Lanier

Cumming

#outdoor Beautiful bright clear day looking over North Georgia Mountains

Braselton