Small Town Charm Awaits

Treat Yourself to a Winter Escape in Madison, GA

Small Town Charm Awaits

Treat Yourself to a Winter Escape in Madison, GA

Take Time to Relax and Reconnect

A New Year calls for a renewed focus on what really matters. Madison, Georgia invites you to discover cozy stays and delightful cuisine in a place where history and art come alive. Embrace the small-town charm of Madison and savor the opportunity to create lasting memories with the ones you love – and friends soon to be made.

Discover Small Town Charm

Delight in stunning architecture and endless Southern hospitality at one of Georgia’s largest historic districts. Create your own experience.

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Sit Back and Relax

Slow down and reconnect in a town that celebrates community, conservation and life’s simple pleasures. Uncover where to relax and unwind.

Golfing at The Creek Golf Course at Hard Labor Creek State Park

Reconnect with Nature

Nestled between Georgia’s Lake Country and second largest state park, you’re never far from enjoying the great outdoors. Explore outdoor recreation.

Kind Words & Accolades

The South’s Prettiest Towns

“Our small towns are hidden gems, populated by friendly faces and plenty of reasons to stay longer than a quick pit stop. In Madison, Georgia, you can witness the power of tireless historic preservation efforts and take in the glory of old Southern architecture—from Greek Revival to Victorian, this town showcases all the great architectural styles.”

– Southern Living Magazine

Madison, Georgia Protects Its Historic Charms

“Madison is drawing a new generation of residents smitten with its back-in-the-day beauty. With a population that hovers around four thousand, it’s a gold mine for lovers of architecture and Southern history that thrived in the King Cotton economy. Dozens upon dozens of vintage structures—more than fifty antebellum houses among them—all seem to come with a story.”

– Garden & Gun Magazine

The 55 Most Beautiful Small Towns in America

“When you think of a quaint Southern town with magnolia trees and antebellum homes, Madison—60 miles east of Atlanta—is just that. One of Georgia’s largest historic districts lies in Madison.”

– Architectural Digest

The South’s Prettiest Towns

“Our small towns are hidden gems, populated by friendly faces and plenty of reasons to stay longer than a quick pit stop. In Madison, Georgia, you can witness the power of tireless historic preservation efforts and take in the glory of old Southern architecture—from Greek Revival to Victorian, this town showcases all the great architectural styles.”

– Southern Living Magazine

“Madison is drawing a new generation of residents smitten with its back-in-the-day beauty. With a population that hovers around four thousand, it’s a gold mine for lovers of architecture and Southern history that thrived in the King Cotton economy. Dozens upon dozens of vintage structures—more than fifty antebellum houses among them—all seem to come with a story.”

Madison, Georgia Protects Its Historic Charms

– Garden & Gun Magazine

The 55 Most Beautiful Small Towns in America

“When you think of a quaint Southern town with magnolia trees and antebellum homes, Madison—60 miles east of Atlanta—is just that. One of Georgia’s largest historic districts lies in Madison.”

– Architectural Digest

See Why Madison is Georgia's Best Small Town

See Why Madison is Georgia's Best Small Town

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Discover What’s New in Madison and Morgan County, GA 

Just an hour from Atlanta, Madison seems a world away. It embodies the elegance of historic American design and the pace of a classic Southern ...
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With the rush, stress and uncertainty of today’s world, life can feel pretty demanding.

In Madison, the pace is a bit slower and the tea tastes just a little sweeter. Majestic, historic homes look over oak-lined streets, couples picnic by trickling fountains and manicured gardens burst with radiant color and fragrant perfume. It’s a scene that won’t ever go out of style. So why not slip into a Southern state of mind and let us be the first to welcome you to our charming town. Come for the day or stay for a lifetime, in a place where you may enter as a stranger but you leave as a friend.

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Pick Your Place to Stay

From quaint B&Bs and cozy inns to farm stays and brand-name lodging options – Madison has your perfect place to stay.

Feel Welcome to Explore

Leave the planning to us! Download a free itinerary or make your first stop at the Welcome Center for everything you need to create an unforgettable escape.

Rediscover Your Bliss

Just an hour East of Atlanta – yet worlds away – Madison is an easy escape no matter how you choose to unwind. 

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