Shirley Hills Historic District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

Mercer University
Explore the campus of Mercer University during your trip to Macon. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.

Macon Coliseum
Catch an event at Macon Coliseum during your trip to Macon. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.

The Shoppes at River Crossing
During your trip to Macon, you can enjoy retail therapy at The Shoppes at River Crossing. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Macon Mall
You can enjoy retail therapy at Macon Mall during your stay in Macon. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

The Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at The Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House during your trip to Macon. Take in the live music in this family-friendly area.

Tubman Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Tubman Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Macon. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's live music.
Things to do

Ocmulgee Mounds Smartphone (GPS/APP) Guided History Walking Tour

Awesome Scavenger Hunt: The Mysteries of Macon
Top hotels in Shirley Hills Historic District

Best Western Riverside Inn
The room was clean. Nice selection for for breakfast foods. Staff was very nice. Just be aware that there is no elevator for the 2nd floor rooms..
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

Wingate by Wyndham Macon I-75
Breakfast was fine, staff was nice. Good value. Seems like a quiet area of town.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

SpringHill Suites by Marriott Macon
The rooms are very spacious. However, I highly recommend requesting a room that does not face the highway, otherwise you will hear vehicles all night. We requested a different room the next day, and were moved to a much better room on the other side. Be aware that the breakfast buffet closes early ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Red Roof Inn & Suites Macon
Housekeeping needs to learn how to clean up the coffee maker as the previous occupant used coffee grounds were still in the machine. That is not only gross, but it is a hygiene issue.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Macon North, GA
Room had a stale smell..and no way to vent, as the bathroom fan did not work. Breakfast was a plus. Ms Pearl was most helpful keeping breakfast hot and ready for hotel guest.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Macon
Parking was easy
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Shirley Hills Historic District

North Highlands Historic District
While North Highlands Historic District may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Macon Coliseum and Hay House.

Fort Hill Historic District
When in Fort Hill Historic District, you can plan a visit to Macon Coliseum and Ocmulgee National Monument, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Pleasant Hill Historic District
While there might not be top attractions in Pleasant Hill Historic District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Allman Brothers Band Museum at the Big House and Hay House.

East Macon Historic District
Though East Macon Historic District may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Macon Coliseum and Ocmulgee National Monument.

College Hill
While visiting College Hill, you might make a stop by sights like Hay House and Carmichael House.

Macon Historic District
While visiting Macon Historic District, you might make a stop by sights like Hay House and Grand Opera House.
