Though Atlanta is the place to stay and play - it’s packed with a wide array of all things exciting and enticing - these metro-Atlanta towns are perfect for a day trip. Whether you’re in search of a few family-friendly (and owned) restaurants, a relaxed stroll around the square, or just some hometown hospitality, in Atlanta you’re never more than an hour away!
Alpharetta - 25 miles north, via GA-400
Tucked into the foothills of the North Georgia Mountains, you’ll find gently twisting, tree-lined streets as well as numerous attractions and more than 200 restaurants.
For year-round thrills, catch hot headliners and award-winning performers at the Verizon Wireless Amphitheatre or get down and dirty with hands-on dirt bike lessons at the Honda Motorcycle Safety Foundation. Indulge in a bit of girlish glee at the American Girl Boutique and Bistro in North Point Mall or head a few miles north for tons of savings on name-brand and luxury items at the North Georgia Premium Outlets.
Be sure to “fall into fun” in Alpharetta with haunted houses, festivals and food galore! Explore all of the seasonal sensations with the customizable events calendar.
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Jonesboro - 20 miles south, via I-75
In the “Official Home of Gone With The Wind” you’ll find the Road To Tara Museum, decades of Civil War history, geo-caching and more!
Here, indoor excitement includes art galleries, historic tours and a trip through the National Archives. For outdoor adventures, head to the Newnan Wetlands or Reynolds Nature Preservation for plenty of fun in the sun. You can also catch an adrenaline rush at the Atlanta Motor Speedway and Dixieland Fun Park.
For fun Fall activities, check out the customizable events calendar, but be sure not to miss the Trail of Terror haunted walk Oct. 21-22 and 28-19!
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Lawrenceville - 30 miles northeast, via I-85
Filled with history and heritage, stroll through shops in the town square or enjoy dinner and drinks at one of the family-owned restaurants.
Year-round thrills include standing ovation-worthy shows at the Aurora Theatre and Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament, as well as steals and deals in the Discover Mills Mall.
In addition to fabulous festivals, the Lawrenceville Ghost Tours are a favorite Fall activity. Guided by professional actors from the Aurora Theatre and packed with terrifying tales, these chilling tours travel through the Historic Downtown Lawrenceville every evening in October!
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