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University
Rated one of the best universities, is constantly visited by out of state students and parents, as well as locals.
96 locals recommend
University of Georgia
Herty DriveRated one of the best universities, is constantly visited by out of state students and parents, as well as locals.
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Vibrant college town, immersed in Southern charm, a mix of historic and modern town like no other. Restored Victorian-era buildings, are full of creative energy day and night, with a vibrant collection of independent shops, restaurants, and live music venues.
62 locals recommend
Athens
Vibrant college town, immersed in Southern charm, a mix of historic and modern town like no other. Restored Victorian-era buildings, are full of creative energy day and night, with a vibrant collection of independent shops, restaurants, and live music venues.
If your stay in Georgia is long enough, you should definitely explore Georgia mountains over a weekend during your stay. The most touristic place is Blue Ridge, but there are other cities around it with a wide selection of national parks, cabins, lakes, mountain views, there is plenty to visit any time of the year.
Little over 2 hours from our place.
407 locals recommend
Blue Ridge
If your stay in Georgia is long enough, you should definitely explore Georgia mountains over a weekend during your stay. The most touristic place is Blue Ridge, but there are other cities around it with a wide selection of national parks, cabins, lakes, mountain views, there is plenty to visit any time of the year.
Little over 2 hours from our place.
You can't miss this one if you visit Georgia! Plenty of activities for whole family for a whole day, even a weekend. Check them online, as they always have events, laser shows, artificial snow tubing, festivals etc.
About 1 hour from our place.
535 locals recommend
Stone Mountain
You can't miss this one if you visit Georgia! Plenty of activities for whole family for a whole day, even a weekend. Check them online, as they always have events, laser shows, artificial snow tubing, festivals etc.
About 1 hour from our place.
Places to visit
Georgia Museum of Art
90 Carlton StHouses more than 10,000 works of art
313 preserved acres, with plenty of trails, and many themed gardens, that provide beauty, serenity, and inspiration any time of the year.
135 locals recommend
The State Botanical Garden of Georgia
2450 S Milledge Ave313 preserved acres, with plenty of trails, and many themed gardens, that provide beauty, serenity, and inspiration any time of the year.
Athens Welcome Center
280 E Dougherty StExcellent resource and first stop for visitors.
One of the oldest surviving vaudeville theatre in the United States.
Hosting live theatre, music concerts, church services, weddings, dance concerts, receptions, seminars, award shows, pageants, community events
10 locals recommend
Morton Theatre
195 W Washington StOne of the oldest surviving vaudeville theatre in the United States.
Hosting live theatre, music concerts, church services, weddings, dance concerts, receptions, seminars, award shows, pageants, community events
Mountain town in NE Georgia, if you are from out of state, you'll love Helen. It's known for vineyards and Bavarian-style buildings. Small city to walk around, full of locals but mostly tourists, nice shops, boutiques, chocolate and ice cream shops, festivals, lazy river tubing, park trails, campsites, cabins, and everything in between.
1 hour and 25 minutes from our location.
500 locals recommend
Helen
Mountain town in NE Georgia, if you are from out of state, you'll love Helen. It's known for vineyards and Bavarian-style buildings. Small city to walk around, full of locals but mostly tourists, nice shops, boutiques, chocolate and ice cream shops, festivals, lazy river tubing, park trails, campsites, cabins, and everything in between.
1 hour and 25 minutes from our location.
Food scene
If you're in a mood for a burger, this is the perfect place! Retro-style dinner , opened all day you'll feel like a local
57 locals recommend
Clocked
259 W Washington StIf you're in a mood for a burger, this is the perfect place! Retro-style dinner , opened all day you'll feel like a local
The Place
229 E Broad StModern southern eating experience
South Kitchen + Bar
247 E Washington StRated one of the best in Athens!
Good salads, healthy choices of entries, wide selection of cheesecakes and deserts
153 locals recommend
Last Resort Grill
174-184 W Clayton StGood salads, healthy choices of entries, wide selection of cheesecakes and deserts
Cali N Tito's
1427 S Lumpkin StGreat Latin restaurant
Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe
227 Prince AveHealthy choices for anyone
The Grit
199 Prince AveBest vegetarian restaurant in town
Taqueria Tsunami
1791 Oconee ConnectorBest Mexican restaurant in Athens
Mama's Boy Restaurant
197 Oak StreetBest Breakfast, brunch and lunch in town.