Take your group to where the action is

By Malik Anderson

Few destinations cater to such a wide range of group interests as Georgia. From its sports venues in Atlanta to its beautiful off-site opportunities in Savannah, there is much to see, do and taste when meeting in the Peach State.

 

 

Reasons Why Meeting Planners Love Georgia

Yellow taxi at World of Coca-Cola Museum
World of Coca-Cola Museum, photo by Michael Gordon/Shutterstock.com
  • Parks and beaches. Savannah is home to an array of parks, beaches and grand scenery. A few worth visiting are Tybee’s Beaches, home to more than three miles of shoreline; Forsyth Park, which has 30 acres of flowers, beautiful scenery and Forsyth Park Fountain; and Savannah National Wildlife Refuge, which is full of marshes, rivers, dikes and wildlife across 31,000 acres.
  • Sports history. Atlanta’s Mercedes-Benz Stadium hosted eight FIFA World Cup 2026 matches, making it part of FIFA’s historical three-country World Cup. The Atlanta Braves’ history dates back to 1871, making them one of the oldest MLB franchises. Truist Park, where the Braves play, is situated between The Battery Atlanta restaurant and entertainment complex and an Omni hotel.
  • House museums. Savannah puts on tours like no other, showing off a mix of history, architecture and luxury via elaborate homes once owned by the wealthy. Some of the highlights your group can visit include the Mercer Williams House, Green Meldrim House and Harper Fowlkes House, which was owned by Alida “Harper” Fowlkes, after whom The Alida was named.
  • Only-in-Atlanta experiences. Atlanta is home to several one-of-a-kind venues and experiences. There are plenty of examples to point to, such as Center for Puppetry Arts, the largest museum dedicated to puppetry, and World of Coca-Cola, which is part museum and part tasting facility.

 

 

Places to Meet & Stay

Indoor space

Signia by Hilton Atlanta Georgia World Congress Center has a prime location next to the convention center and Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Not only do you have access to the hotel’s six-figure event space, but an additional 1.5 million sq. ft. of event space and the opportunity to catch an NFL Atlanta Falcons or MLS Atlanta United FC game.

100,000+ sq. ft. of meeting space; 976 guest rooms

Guest room

Grand Hyatt Atlanta Buckhead recently underwent a renovation that introduced a few new elements to its lobby, including new marble floors and artwork, as well as The Fabled, a restaurant and lounge; a 24-hour market; and The Nest, a phone booth where attendees can step away for a brief call.

42,000+ sq. ft. of meeting space; 439 guest rooms

Four people talking at rooftop bar

Thompson Savannah features Bar Julian, the tallest rooftop bar in Savannah and one of four of the property’s dining options. Of its dedicated meeting spaces, the combination of the 1,863-square-foot sunroom’s art deco style and floor-to-ceiling windows is sure to make an impression.

10,000+ sq. ft. of meeting space; 193 guest rooms

Brick building

The Alida, Savannah, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel’s downtown location means it’s near plenty of extracurricular activities, including Service Brewing, Enmarket Arena and Savannah Civic Center, and Old Town Trolley Tours.

7,054 sq. ft. of event space: 172 guest rooms

 This article appears in the September/October 2026 issue. You can subscribe to the magazine here.