2 Georgia Destinations Named Among 'Best Places To Visit' In The U.S.

With summer in full swing, many people are busy planning vacations or quick getaways and figuring out the best way to spend time away from work or school. While some may explore destinations far from home, it turns out you don't have to go too far to see incredible sights as some of the best places to visit in the country are right here in Georgia.

World Population Review compiled a list of the "best places to visit" around the U.S., listing out reasons why the destinations are such a big draw and worth seeing whenever you happen to be nearby. According to the site, the top spots to visit in Georgia are the Georgia Aquarium in Atlanta, which houses all sort of marine life and makes for a memorable experience sure to amaze, and Six Flags Over Georgia, which got a shout-out for its exciting list of events and attractions.

Here's what the site had to say:

"Georgia's most popular attraction is the Georgia Aquarium, one of the largest aquariums in the world. The aquarium boasts over 10 million gallons of water and is home to beluga whales, whale sharks, giant sea turtles, penguins, and more. For thrill-seeking travelers, Six Flags Over Georgia has rides, roller coasters, and shows all day long."

Read up on more of the best places in the country to visit at worldpopulationreview.com . Check out our previous coverage of the Georgia destination named the "most charming small town to visit" in the state .