Adventure awaits! Whether you’re searching for a beautiful small town with lots of stunning nature or you want a cute, touristy downtown area, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in Georgia!
And the best part? All of these unique small towns and cities are just a day trip’s drive away from Atlanta!
Escape to some of the oldest mountains on earth, just an hour and a half north of Atlanta!
Blue Ridge, Georgia is one of the most stunning small towns in Georgia. With a super cute downtown and plenty of cute restaurants, there’s definitely plenty of places to shop, enjoy yummy food, and grab coffee… but Blue Ridge is best known for its access to the gorgeous Appalachian mountains.
You can hike, nature walk, enjoy swimming holes and other nature activities! The mountains call! Oh, and they’ve got one of the biggest Big Foot museums in the world!
Georgia’s Apple Capital is another wonderful natural escape from the city! If you’re looking for a peaceful getaway into the woods, Ellijay is a wonderful choice.
It’s home to some of the best vineyards and wineries in the state, the iconic Georgia Apple Festival, and so much more.
Whether you’re glamping, camping, or staying in an adorable Airbnb, Ellijay has something for you!
Any list of adorable, unique small towns in Georgia would be remiss to leave off Helen, Georgia’s one-of-a-kind Alpine village!
This little town will make you feel like you’ve stepped right into a storybook all year round. Their most famous season are October (for Oktoberfest) and winter (for Christmas) BUT! during the summer, they have tons of fun activities to enjoy as well, including shooting the ‘Hooch on a river float, hiking, mountain coasters, and more!
Dahlonega
Georgia’s famous Gold Rush town, Dahlonega not only has a super interesting history (the Georgia Gold Rush predates the California Gold Rush!), but there are so many fun things to check out there too.
Dahlonega is the storybook small town that looks like it’s straight out of a Hallmark movie (and… it is. They’ve shot many a Lifetime holiday movie there). It’s a big film town, with its most recent credit being ‘His & Hers’ on Netflix.
You can wander their charming small town, enjoying local cuisine, artisan shops, and gold memorabilia.
For a fun escape to a super unique small town, head to Rome, Georgia. Named after the iconic European city, Rome offers a ton of local charm: from ice cream shops to bars and delis and beyond!
And… Rome is a massive film town! Along with hosting the Rome International Film Fest, or RIFF, every November, which hosts celebrities like Billy Bob Thornton, Ethan Hawk, and so many more, tons of blockbusters and famous shows film in Rome all year round. Catch the iconic lit up bridge in Rome at the beginning of Black Widow, or check out the iconic Stranger Things house! And With strong film schools nearby, there are always indie projects happening, too!