Valdosta also known as "Winnersville", Valdosta is the home of the winningest high school football team in the nation. It is also recognized as the business, cultural, educational, and leisure hub of south Georgia and north Florida.

With growing population of 44,000 residents, Valdosta ranks as the 10th largest city in the state of Georgia and also serves as the County Seat of Lowndes County. The city's wealth of amenities, attractions and overall beauty provides an excellent quality of life fr residents while luring visitors to return for more.

Valdosta is located midway between Orlando and Atlanta on I-75, offering a moderate southern climate inviting for year-round activities. From theme park fun at Wild Adventures to outlet shopping, historic museums and golf, Valdosta has something for everyone! Visitors are always delighted with our historic downtown where you'll find unique variety of eateries, shops and landmarks.

We are also proud to boast the Valdosta-Lowndes County Conference Center, a completely new state-of-the-art full-service meeting place conveniently adjacent to I-75. Accommodations and off-site dining for all size groups and budgets are at the facility's back door, creating and perfect mix for successful conference, meetings and special events.

Valdosta is a progressive city that preserves its cultural heritage while looking toward the future whether you're a resident or visitors.

Valdosta Georgia Attractions

Historic Downtown

Is bustling with renewed sprit! With public and private investments over the past two years reaching over $12 million, the physical appearance of the buildings and pedestrian areas are prime example of this renewal. The downtown is again becoming a great place to shop, dine, and work, as well as a new found area to live.
Downtown Valdosta evolves around the Lowndes County Courthouse, a grand Neo-classical structure built in 1905. It stands tall amongst the quaint buildings which are now modest retail stores, professional offices and privately owned eateries. Some of the area's oldest church can also be found downtown.
Valdosta has three National Register Districts: Downtown, Victorian Fairview, and midtown Patterson Street

Special Events throughout the year appeal to a wide variety of constituents-lunch concerts, a Holiday Open House during the Christmas season and the Dosta Theatre offer plenty to see and do. For more Information, Contact 229-259-3577  

Wild Adventures Theme Park

I-75 Exit 13 (Old Clayttville Road)
Wild animals, wild rides and wild shows all await you at the all new Wild Adventures Theme Park. Climb aboard the Safari Train Ride to meet the exotic animals, take the Boomerang roller coaster or cool off on the wild wet ride on the Plunge!
The grounds will soon boast "Splash Island" a water park featuring the Rain Fortress, and interactive wet play with 21 platforms and various slides. Wild Adventures offers a full day of discovery and great family fun for one low price. Group rates are also available. Well-known musical artists perform each weekend. Gift shops and restaurant onsite. Open year round For more Information, Contact 229-259-1330

Lowndes County Historical Museum

305 West Central Avenue
Inspired by a grant of $15,000 from Andrew Carnegie, the citizens of Valdosta constructed this building in 1913 at a cost of $40,000. It was formally opened as a library on June 15, 1914 and continued to operate until 1976. The building is now the home of the Lowndes County Historical Society offering Valdosta's most extensive collection of historic photographs, attire and memorabilia dating back to 1825. Open Mon-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat. 10am-2pm For more Information, Contact 229-247-4780

The Ashley House

109 East Hill Avenue
Currently a resident for retirees, The Ashley House was originally the Daniel Ashley Hotel, built in the 1926 for a cost of $250,000. The international style building was designed by Daugherty & Gardner, architects, Nashville, TN. Nearby, the three-story Southern Salvage Building was formerly home to the world's second Coca-Cola bottling plant.

The Barber-Pittman House

416 North Ashley Street
Considered on of the most outstanding examples of architectural design in the Southeast, the stylish residence was designed by architect Lloyd Greer and built in the 1915 for E.R. Barber, inventor and local Coca-Cola bottler. The home was later bequeathed to Valdosta citizens by Mrs. Ola Barber Pittman. The home was restored in 1979 and is now occupied by the Valdosta-Lowndes County Chamber of Commerce. Original family furnishings are on display in zebo. Open Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Free group tours available by reservation For more Information, Contact 229-247-8100  

C.C. Varnedoe's

134 North Patterson Street
Varnedoe's was founded as a general store in 1871 by C.C. Varnedoe. The Queen Anne style building (originally built as a buggy and harness shop) was purchased and restored by Varnedoe after a fire. It was later run as a ladies fine clothing store for over sixty years by Sherwood Dennis ad his son, Charles.

Converse-Dalton-Ferrell-House

305 North Patterson Street
Restored to its 1902 glory, this pristine Neo-classical residence serves as the Valdosta Junior Service League's headquarters. Available for private and community functions. For more Information, Contact 229-244-8575  

The Crescent

904 North Patterson Street
This Neo-classical structure built in 1898 was the former home of U.S. Senator William S. West, and is Valdosta's most well-known landmark. the house is named for its semi-circular portico supported by thirteen massive Doric columns, representing each of thirteen original American colonies. It was saved from destruction and preserved by the Garden Club of Valdosta in 1951 and is now the Garden Center. The estate's grounds boast beautiful test gardens, an octagonally built schoolhouse, a quaint chapel, and a small activity room with a stage. Tours Mon-Fri 2pm-5pm and by appointment. Available for special functions by reservation. For more Information, Contact 229-244-6747  

The Dosta Playhouse

122 North Ashley Street
The Dosta theatre was built where two stores were losts to fire (Lazarus Bros. Dept. Store and Rice's Care) and opened the spring of 1941. The Art Modern style building is reflective of the sobering depression, stripped of most ornamentation with an obsession with streaming and speed. Glass, blocks, portholes and curved corners celebrate cruise liners and the automobile age. Presently the home of Theatre Guild-Valdosta. For more Information, Contact 229-247-8243  

Fairview Historic District

Concentrated area of River Street, Varneodoe Street, Wells Street and Central Place, Downtown. The village of Fairview predates the incorporation of the City of Valdosta. The neighborhood underwent three periods of development: 1840-1860; the late 1890s Victorian surge; and the 1910-1920s period of Prairie and Craftsman influence. The Fairview Neighborhood Association was instrumental in the formation of the Valdosta Heritage Foundation in 1981. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places in May of 1984, the neighborhood is a model of community reinvestment through historic preservation.

Lowndes County Courthouse

Central Avenue
The present courthouse, a Neo-classical structure ca. 1905, is the third courthouse to be constructed on the square. It is one of Georgia's most elaborate courthouse, built for $60,000 and designed by Frank P. Milburn. The grand southern portico, corner domes and grand central dome contribute to a truly inspiring symbol of law and government. A Confederate Memorial, quarried and sculpted in Italy, stands guard over the corner of Central and Patterson Street.

Lowndes County Historical Museum

305 West Central Avenue
Inspired by a grant of $15,000 from Andrew Carnegie, the citzens of Valdosta constructed this building in 1913 at a cost of $40,000. It was formally opened as a library on June 15, 1914 and continued to operate until 1976. The building is now the home of the Lowndes County Historical Society offering Valdosta's most extensive collection of historic photographs, attire and memorabilia dating back to 1825. Open Mon-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat. 10am-2pm For more Information, Contact 229-247-4780  

Remerton Mill Village

Baytree Place and Plum Streets
The town of Remerton, named for Remer Young Lane, President of Valdosta's first bank, was established in 1899 to meet the needs of the Strickland Cotton Mills' workers. Remerton was later incorporated as a textile mill town. Initially there were three streets with sixty five houses, a school and three churches. The mill owned the houses, which rented for $.25 per room. Since the plant closed in 1979, the preserved houses of Historic Remerton Mill Village have found new life as quaint shops, restaurants and boutiques. Through now surrounded by the City of Valdosta, Remerton still has its own government and law enforcement agency.

Sunset Hill Cemetery

North Oak Street
Valdosta's original burial ground, dating to the 1860s, is fascinating repository of mausoleums and memorials amongst a landscape of native and exotic flora.

Historic Churches First Baptist Church

200 West Central Avenue
Architect Stephen F. Fulghum exemplified Victorian eclecticism where Queen Anne and Romanesque styles are evident. The church bell dates to 1850 and has moved with the church. The elaborate wood truss ceiling made of heart pine and exquisite stained glass windows make this one of the area's finest landmarks.

First United Methodist Church

220 North Patterson Street
Built in the late Victorian era, this Romanesque Revival style building exhibits dynamic verticality in its tall slender towers with spires and buttresses. The interior is graced with rich Gothic woodwork of quarter-sawn oak and a fine stained glass rose window. The most striking feature of the building's interior is the monumental cathedral ceiling.

First Presbyterian Church

313 North Patterson Street
A Romanesque interpretation of the classical Greek temple built in 1907-1909. The fine Corinthian columns were donated as a memorial gift. The sanctuary was completely renovated in 1985 and officially listed with The National Register of Historic Places in 1987.

Lowndes-Valdosta Arts Commission

527 North Patterson Street
The center opened its doors a decade age and has enriched the lives of local citizens though several fine arts organizations. LVAC is supported by the entire community and presents a wide range of activities for their enjoyment. Groups that are under the umbrella of LVAC include the South Georgia Guild, the Southern Artists' League, Snake Nation Press, the Valdosta Choral Guild and the Cultural Arts Guild. For more Information, Contact 229-247-2787  

Theatre Guild Valdosta

122 North Ashley Street
Produces plays of the season in the newly renovated Dosta Playhouse in downtown Valdosta. For more Information, Contact 229-247-8243  

Valdosta Symphony Orchestra

Four concerts are presented annually from November through May by this group comprised of VSU faculty and community members. A Youth Orchestra also performs each year.

VSU Theatre Company

Conducts a variety of theatrical shows on campus in Whitehead Auditorium.

VSU Fine Arts Gallery

Located in the Fine Arts Building, Open to the public and offers frequent exhibits.

VSU Music Department

Year round performances include a Jazz Ensemble, Steel Drum Band, Faculty Spring Quater, Wind Ensemble, Percussion Ensemble and the Chamber Singers, along with a piano festival and a solo, duet and trio performances.

Contact
Valdosta-Lowndes County Conference Center & Tourism Authority
1 Meeting Place Valdosta, GA 31601   229-245-0513