Visitor Information
Our spectacular 206-acre campus sits on the shores of Lake Sidney Lanier and is nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in beautiful northeast Georgia. The campus is located in Gainesville, GA, 
a suburban community just 60 minutes north of Atlanta's Hartsfield Jackson International Airport. Riverside is easily accessible to students and their families from around the world. A City of Excellence, Gainesville is the economic hub of northeast Georgia and is home to over 25,000 citizens.
Over the past ten years Downtown Gainesville has undergone an amazing transformation. The heritage of its past has been preserved through historically accurate building restorations. Yet Gainesville – specifically the Downtown Square – has moved into the 21st Century with a beautiful streetscape, exciting new businesses (both retail and restaurants), and an entertaining and vibrant Downtown life. You are invited to visit, shop, dine, and enjoy the heart of our community.
In addition to the area's natural resources, there are many recreational opportunities and attractions available in the area. These include Downtown Gainesville, Lake Lanier Islands Resort, Road Atlanta, Babyland General (home of the Cabbage Patch dolls), Chateau Elan Winery and Resort, the Atlanta Falcons training facilities, and the Mall of Georgia. All of these attractions are located within a 30-minute drive from Riverside Military Academy.
When planning a trip to Gainesville, be sure to visit the following websites to see a complete list of upcoming special events and to learn more about tourism activities in Gainesville and northeast Georgia.
Gainesville Tourism & Trade Downtown Gainesville
770.531.2664 770.297.1141
tourism@gainesville.org mainstreet@gainesville.org
www.gainesville.org www.downtowngainesville.com
Hotel and Motel Listing
Please click here to print off a complete listing of all hotels and motels in the City of Gainesville.
Downtown Gainesville Restaurant Guide
Please click here to print off a complete listing of all restaurants located on the square in downtown Gainesville.
Shopping Guide
Please click here to print off a list of all shops located on the square in downtown Gainesville.
