Visit Americus

Visit Americus Department of Tourism
for the City of Americus. Americus-Sumter County is located two and a half hours south of Atlanta via US Highway 19.

While agriculture has long been the driving force of the county’s economy, Sumter County’s historical past is attracting tourists. Tourism is the newest industry in the area. The Americus-Sumter Tourism Welcome Center is located in the historic Windsor Hotel. Renewed interest in life during the turn of the century draws people to historic landmarks like the Rylander Theatre, circa 1921; the Windso

r Hotel, circa 1892; and Habitat for Humanity located in the restored Rylander Building, circa 1916. Historic downtown Americus has retained most of its original structures and leaders are impassioned regarding restoration. Andersonville displays its treasure of an intact Civil War Village across the highway from the Civil War prison of Andersonville. The latest addition to the National Historic Site is the National Prisoner of War Museum which opened in April 1998. Plains attracts admirers of the 39th President, Jimmy Carter. Structures associated with Carter’s life and political career have been restored and maintained by the National Park Service, including Plains High School, the Train Depot (his political campaign headquarters), and now the boyhood farm.

06/03/2026

FPF Summer Series POSTPONED
Our summer horse shows will be held JULY-AUGUST-SEPTEMBER

Early sponsors:
Mane Street Market thank you India!
thank you Andrea!
thank you Blake!
thank you Spencer!

Send us a message for more info! We are excited to see you on horse show morning!

06/03/2026

Mark your calendars! The next Training Tuesday is June 30, and you won't want to miss it.

This session, our partner Wreaths Across America informs attendees of their year-round mission and how we can support the mission in our own communities.

Register today and add it to your calendar now so you're ready when June 30 arrives.

Save your spot: https://www.legion.org/information-center/training/training-tuesdays

Tag a fellow Legionnaire who should join you!

06/02/2026

Congratulations to ALLENE CAMP REEVES, winner of today's Trivia Tuesday contest! Allene's name was drawn from among several participants who answered correctly. Thanks for playing, Allene, and for showing your knowledge of all-things Americus and Sumter County. Remember to watch for our question early every Tuesday morning. It's fun to play, as you know! Today's answer: 1966.

06/02/2026
06/02/2026

Happy Tuesday!!! Come by enjoy our special for today!!! 😋
-Sumter Special chicken
-Chicken Fajitas
-Pasta Alfredo with chicken
Including a soft drink for only $9.99 each!!!!
From 11:00am to 3:00pm. 🥤🍽️😋

Congratulations from Visit Americus!
06/02/2026

Congratulations from Visit Americus!

🏆🍔 We have a winner! 🍔🏆
Congratulations to Gyro City Mediterranean Grill for earning the title of 2026 Burger Bash Champion! After more than 150 votes were cast, Gyro City rose to the top and will take home the coveted hand-blown Burger Bash trophy and a year of bragging rights.
A huge thank you goes out to all of our participating restaurants for serving up incredible burgers and making this year's Burger Bash such a success:
🍔 Gyro City
🍔 Roman Oven Pizzeria
🍔 The SPOT: Latin Fusion Cuisine & Bar
🍔 The Windsor Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel
🍔 Toboggan Steve's
🍔 The 1800 Mexican Restaurant
🍔 Carter's Fried Chicken
Most importantly, thank you to everyone who got out, tried burgers, supported local restaurants, and cast their votes. Events like Burger Bash showcase what makes Downtown Americus such a special place to eat, shop, and gather.
Be sure to stop by Gyro City and congratulate them on their well-earned victory! 🎉

06/02/2026

Join us for a great day if fun!!

Address

101 West Lamar Street
Americus, GA
31709

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 10am - 2pm

Telephone

+12299286059

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