Thomasville Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Pebble Hill Plantation featuring a house and a garden
Thomasville
Pebble Hill Plantation which includes a house, art and interior views
Pebble Hill Plantation showing interior views
Thomasville\'s Historic Big Oak showing a garden

This easygoing city in Southern Georgia is home to elegant Victorian-era architecture, a lively downtown shopping district and historic plantations. 

Thomasville is a city of wide avenues and brick-paved streets framed by graceful buildings, galleries, museums and shops. It’s called the City of Roses, for the colorful flowers blossoming throughout its parks each spring. The city grew in popularity during the Victorian period, when affluent residents from northern states visited for the pleasant climate. See the architectural grandeur the Victorians created on display today.

Downtown Thomasville presents a great snapshot of the city’s treasures. Stroll along Jackson Street and Broad Street to find dozens of boutiques, handicraft stores, cafés and restaurants. Pick up brochures and maps at the Thomasville Visitor Center. A major landmark is Thomasville’s Historic Big Oak, a tree dating back to about 1680.

Travel to the late 19th century at Lapham-Patterson House, a house-museum built by a survivor of the Great Chicago Fire and filled with eccentric features. Nearby, the Thomas County Museum of History promotes the history of Thomas County via photography exhibitions and guided tours of relocated heritage homes. Learn about the battles and accomplishments of regional African-Americans at Jack Hadley Black History Museum. The Thomasville Center for the Arts provides a platform for local artists to showcase their work.

Enjoy boating, fishing, picnics and other recreational activities at Cherokee Lake Park. Next to the park is the Thomasville Rose Garden, acclaimed for its displays of abundant rose species. In April, the city celebrates the annual Thomasville Rose Show and Festival.

Southern Georgia’s fertile countryside is scattered with plantations. One of the most famous is Pebble Hill PlantationOpens in a new window. Take guided and self-guided tours of the gardens, grounds and mansion. Built in the 1800s and reconstructed in the early 1900s, it operated as a working farm, a plantation employing slave labor and a hunting estate before becoming a museum.

Drive to Thomasville from AthensOpens in a new window or AtlantaOpens in a new window in about 3 hours. Alternatively, fly to Albany International Airport and rent a car. ValdostaOpens in a new window, home of the Wild Adventures Theme Park, is a good destination for a daytrip from Thomasville.

Where to stay in Thomasville

Valdosta featuring heritage architecture and a sunset

Downtown Historic District

While visiting Downtown Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Sweet Grass Dairy Marketplace and Thomasville Genealogical, History and Fine Arts Library.

Downtown Historic District
Lapham-Patterson House showing interior views

Dawson Street Historic District

If you're spending some time in Dawson Street Historic District, Lapham-Patterson House and Thomas County Museum of History are top sights worth seeing.

Dawson Street Historic District
Red Roof Inn & Suites Thomasville

Red Roof Inn & Suites Thomasville

2 out of 5
14866 US Hwy 19 South, Thomasville, GA
The price is ₹4,594 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
₹4,594
₹5,768 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Thomasville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Thomasville Rose Garden and Cherokee Lake Park are ...
6/10 (202 reviews)
This property does need a few updates and has had some issues with towels being stolen but the staff was all very friendly and helpful. If you're looking for super high class this is not the place for you, but it is very friendly, welcoming, and comfortable.

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

Red Roof Inn & Suites Thomasville
Best Western Plus Rose City Conference Center Inn

Best Western Plus Rose City Conference Center Inn

2.5 out of 5
133 Liberty Street, Thomasville, GA
The price is ₹8,147 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
₹8,147
₹9,890 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Thomasville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (830 reviews)
I was in town for a wedding and so glad I booked here! The front desk staff was nice and helpful, the property itself was well-kept and the room was very nice and CLEAN! As a female solo traveler, I felt safe during the entire stay. 10/10, would definitely book again.

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Best Western Plus Rose City Conference Center Inn
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Thomasville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Thomasville by IHG

2.5 out of 5
452 Liberty St, Thomasville, GA
The price is ₹10,464 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
₹10,464
₹12,578 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Thomasville. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Thomasville Rose Garden and Cherokee ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (550 reviews)
Everything was great.

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Thomasville by IHG
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.
Georgia Countryside Home: 3 Mi to Wild Adventures!

Georgia Countryside Home: 3 Mi to Wild Adventures!

3 out of 5
Valdosta
Enjoy housekeeping and air conditioning. Popular attraction Wild Adventures is located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
It was awesome, the family really enjoyed house.

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Georgia Countryside Home: 3 Mi to Wild Adventures!
Valdosta Home: Bar, Bbq, Fire Pit + More!

Valdosta Home: Bar, Bbq, Fire Pit + More!

3 out of 5
Valdosta
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Valdosta. Enjoy patios and air conditioning. Popular attractions Bland Park and Craig Center are located nearby.
Valdosta Home: Bar, Bbq, Fire Pit + More!
Stunning Valdosta A-frame Home With Private Pool!

Stunning Valdosta A-frame Home With Private Pool!

3 out of 5
Valdosta, GA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly cottage in Valdosta. Enjoy free parking, in-room fireplaces and air conditioning. Popular attractions Jumpn Jacks 4 Kidz ...
Bright, beautiful getaway
This home was beautiful and cozy. We spent the weekend meeting with family and it was the perfect place. Communication was wonderful, they were responsive and so helpful! Will definitely stay again.

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2024

Stunning Valdosta A-frame Home With Private Pool!
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.

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