Things to Do in Milledgeville, GA

Roam through nature on foot or on a bike! Located just a few miles outside Milledgeville, Bartram Forest offers outdoor enthusiasts three looping trails through pines, and meadows, across a creek, and alongside a pond.

Relax and enjoy a lazy afternoon on one of our Bentley Pontoon Boats or Yamaha VX Cruiser Jet Skis. Explore Lake Sinclair on the cleanest rental fleet in town.

GCSU is proud to present the GCSU planetarium, where students can view digital simulations of the sky in an immersive 20 ft diameter dome view with guides, labels, and motion.

Milledgeville Main Street is proud to offer a variety of events throughout the year. From the annual Deep Roots festival, to First Fridays and Hometown Celebration, we provide many family-friendly ways to enjoy our downtown district.

Hop aboard the town’s most iconic resident “Milly the Trolley” for a fully narrated tour of Milledgeville’s historic district or Central State Hospital.

The Oconee River Greenway Park and Riverwalk offer trails, paths and boardwalks to walk, jog, bicycle, relax and enjoy the beauty and sounds of the Oconee River.

There are a few historical homes you can check out in the downtown area. The Georgia's Old Governor's Mansion and the Rockwell House are two stellar examples.

If you like the outdoors but aren't equipped for the fun, rent your gear from Oconee Outfitters. We are your main source for canoe rental, kayak rental, and paddleboard rental.

If you are interested in water activities, don't look any further than Lake Sinclair. You can rent a boat or take your own for a day of fun-filled adventure!

Want to admire the natural beauty of Georgia? Then make your way to Lockerly Arboretum. You can learn about different flora, and relax with your significant other.

Flannery O’Connor was a visionary in Southern gothic literature and did most of her work on Andalusia Farm. Marvel at the historic home her family moved to in her teenage years.