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Best of Madison, Georgia
39 items
By
Crystal Jackson
Visit Madison, Georgia— the real-life setting of the fictional Heart of Madison series
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Map
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Art Vibes
Historical Mood
Eat Local
Things to Do
Shop Madison, GA
Places to Stay
Art Vibes
Amazing local art museum, can’t miss it!
Steffen Thomas Museum of Art
Find signed copies of my books here— plus local art
Madison Artists Guild Gallery & MAGallery
It’s a history museum, art gallery, and performing arts venue all in one place!
Madison-Morgan Cultural Center
Historical Mood
Historic home turned museum
Heritage Hall
History + a ghost story or two
Cemetery History | Madison, GA - Official Website
Black history in historic Madison
Morgan County African-American
Oldest home in original location in Madison - now a museum
Rogers House Museum
Start at the welcome center and take the online walking tour.
Madison Welcome Center
Historic downtown
Madison, GA
Eat Local
Local pizza
Amici Madison
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Best BBQ of Lake Oconee
Crowe's Open Air Bar-B-Que & Catering
Best retro cafe — burgers & onion rings
LolliPops Grill - Madison
Grab a cocktail and tapas while you enjoy small town life.
The Sinclair
Best coffee in Madison
Oconee Coffee Roasters
The coffee eclairs are divine!
Patisserie on Main
Casual lunch place
Farmview Market
Best brunch in town
Betty Gene's
Cozy pub in the heart of downtown
Hart And Crown Tavern
Things to Do
Must see spring home and garden tour! Happening May 16-17, 2025 and held annually
2025 Madison in May Tour of Homes
Fun for the whole family
Firefly Festival | Madison, GA - Official Website
Best local paddle boarding spot
Hard Labor Creek State Park
See local art and sculptures, visit the library book sale, and enjoy the cozy atmosphere of our favorite local library!
Morgan County Library
Perfect place for a picnic and don’t forget to look for public art in the park.
Madison Town Park
Take a hike on the cross country trail or visit the Bark Park
Bill Wood Park | Madison GA | Venue
Fun things to do in Madison
Georgia Safari Conservation Park
Cute spot for kids to play and use their imagination!
Imagine That Indoor Play Village
A great place to take kids on your visit to Madison!
Clover Craft Studio
Shop Madison, GA
Comfy shoes that are also cute
Barkin Dogs Shoe Co
Shop local art
Madison Artists Guild Gallery & MAGallery
Fun shop to explore
Madison Markets ~ Antiques & Interiors
Quirky shop to explore
Unique Treasures Of Madison
Beautiful antique shop
Madison Flea Market - Official Tourism Site for Madison Georgia
Adorable shop — say hi to Rosie, the shop pup, when you go in
BLU BOUTIQUE | Blu Boutique
Places to Stay
Beautiful place to relax
The Farmhouse Inn
Luxury experience in small town Madison
Plan Your Stay | Georgia Safari
Upscale motel giving Schitts Creek makeover vibes
New South Motor Inn
Cozy downtown B&B
Brady Inn
Beautiful accommodations across from Town Park
The James Madison Inn
Gorgeous property, heavenly food
Southern Cross Guest Ranch
