2026 Macon Travel Guide: must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transport & travel experiences (updated in February)

#cherryblossom25 Macon, Georgia is home to over 350,000 Yoshino cherry trees—more than any other city in the world. Every March, this Southern city hosts the International Cherry Blossom Festival, celebrating the bloom with parades, hot air balloons, concerts, and fairground rides. Unlike the brief displays in many cities, Macon’s vibrant celebration lasts for ten days, transforming the area into a magical pink paradise that blends Southern charm with floral wonder.

#cherryblossom2024 Visiting Macon in springtime will help you quickly understand why it is also called the “Cherry Blossom capital of the world.” This southern Georgia city has over 350,000 Yoshino cherry blossom trees that transform into a pink wonderland every late March. The town also hosts the International Cherry Blossom Festival. Carolyn Crayton Park to Bass Road offers the best cherry-blooming views in Macon. Other incredible viewing places in Mason include Wesleyan Woods, Downtown Macon, and Fickling Farm. If you want to drive along cherry-lined streets, do it at Northside Drive, Oxford Road and Circle, Ridge Avenue, Ingleside Avenue, and Third Street.

In the world of creativity, a cup of coffee often sparks the fire. Procaffeinating in the welcoming embrace of @hotelfortyfive in Macon, Georgia, sets the stage for inspiration to unfold. ☕️✨ #HotelFortyFive #Macon #Georgia

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