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What to Do

Dahlonega is rich in the culture and charm of Appalachia within its beautifully preserved downtown historic district.

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Arts & Entertainment

The creative spirit soars, Dahlonega has evolved into a center for the performing and visual arts in the North Georgia mountains.

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Gold & Attractions

The Georgia gateway to the Appalachians is the site of the first U. S. gold rush. Dahlonega is home to The Gold Museum, gold mines and gold panning facilities.

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Wineries & Vineyards

Dahlonega is the Heart of Georgia's wine country. Tour all the local wineries and downtown tasting rooms, or plan a wedding in their enchanting surroundings.

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Where to Shop

Quaint shops around the Square are filled with regional art, antiques, unique jewelry and collectibles.

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Where to Stay

Spend the week or a night in town with lodging to suit every taste and budget - from delightful bed and breakfasts to country inns and mountain cabins.

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Where to Dine

Take the opportunity to enjoy casual fine dining in any of Dahlonega's many famous restaurants. The culinary delights range from gourmet to good old southern homestyle.

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Plan Your Wedding

In Dahlonega a bride and groom can arrange their dream ceremony surrounded by an enchanted castle, scenic mountain peaks, quaint country chapels or magnificent vineyards.

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07-16-2008 One-tank trip to good times

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One-tank trip to good times

Dollars to donuts: Dahlonega is a decidedly good deal

You won’t have to dip into your reserves to fund a trip to Dahlonega, site of America’s first major gold rush in 1828. A scenic hour-long drive north along the Hospitality Highway (GA 400) will bring you into the heart of the Georgia wine country where five distinctive wineries wait to pour you a sip of the grape. Dahlonega also has a historic town square with one-of-a-kind shops and chef-owned restaurants, thriving music and arts scene and lots of outdoor activities by way of the Chattahoochee National Forest, Chestatee and Etowah Rivers the Blue Ridge Mountains. 

Head to the hills for one of these gas-friendly getaways:   

Forrest Hills Mountain Resort Summer Package for Families

Settle into a private two-bedroom cottage with hot tub and full kitchen or bi-level suite in the Mountain Laurel Inn. Set on 140 acres, this beautiful resort has restaurants, horseback and scenic wagon rides to a cookout, a two-mile walking trail, outdoor pool, two regulation sand volleyball courts, game room and gift shop with free movie rentals. Package includes two-nights lodging, full breakfast daily, scenic horse-drawn wagon ride to the River House for a cookout with live entertainment, underground mine tour at Consolidated Gold Mine, tour of the Dahlonega Gold Museum and dinner at the resort for two adults and two children. $644, plus tax. www.forresthillsresort.com

Lily Creek Lodge Summertime Romance Package

Enjoy a relaxing and romantic retreat in this European-style lodge tucked into the forest. Package includes two nights in the spacious Tango suite, a luxury two-room suite with patio, Jacuzzi tub, separate shower, Satellite TV, wireless internet, coffee, and refrigerator, full gourmet breakfast served in your room each morning, two tickets for a wine tasting at a select North Georgia Winery, a delicious box of fudge from the Dahlonega Fudge Factory and a dozen roses. $499, plus tax, based on two people. www.lilycreeklodge.com

Long Mountain Lodge Get Away From It All Package

This luxury rustic Adirondack-style lodge is located the heart of the Chattahoochee National Forest, close to fishing, hiking, mountain biking, canoeing and kayaking. Package includes your choice of canoeing and kayaking, mountain biking, theater and dinner packages. Room rates range from $109.00 - $169.00 and include a gourmet breakfast. www.longmountainlodge.com

Mountain Laurel Creek Inn & Spa Summer Spa Package

This B&B and boutique day spa has five uniquely decorated suites where guests may rock away the time on the front porch, stroll on the trail to the creek and enjoy a spa treatment. Day package includes a one-hour full-body massage with Bacchus Body Oil, a foot scrub and massage with Chianti Grape Seed Crush to exfoliate and moisten, a one-hour wine facial complete with wine masque and a vinotherapy scrub hand treatment and, through the end of July, a complimentary glass of red wine from one of our local vineyards. $195. Note: You do not have to be an overnight guest. www.mountainlaurelcreek.com

Town Creek Bed and Breakfast Pan for Gold Package

A stay in this lovely B & B will offer guests the opportunity to enjoy mountain views, trout fishing, an animal sanctuary, a game room and 430-feet of gold-bearing Town Creek. The owner and innkeeper, an experienced and avid gold dredger, offers guests lessons on gold panning and the opportunity to search for gold with him. Package includes overnight accommodations, a complimentary upgraded wine tasting at a local winery and complimentary gold panning. www.towncreekbandb.com
 

Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Chamber of Commerce,

Convention & Visitors Bureau
706-864-3711 | 800-231-5543 | www.dahlonega.org


 
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