Guidebook for Dahlonega
Food Scene
Delicious sandwiches and treats. There is very little indoor seating though. Plan to eat outside or take it to go.
9 locals recommend
Corner Kitchen
270 E Main St Delicious sandwiches and treats. There is very little indoor seating though. Plan to eat outside or take it to go.
Spirits has excellent food and cocktails. Fabulous appetizers, burgers, plates, really everything. I personally love the kalettes appetizer. Their tater tots are perfectly cooked, hot and crispy; fantastic when dipped in their horseradish mayo. Monday night is trivia night!
70 locals recommend
Spirits Tavern
19 E Main StSpirits has excellent food and cocktails. Fabulous appetizers, burgers, plates, really everything. I personally love the kalettes appetizer. Their tater tots are perfectly cooked, hot and crispy; fantastic when dipped in their horseradish mayo. Monday night is trivia night!
Shenanigans
87 N Chestatee StCheck out Picnic Cafe on the square for breakfast, lunch, desserts, and coffee.
38 locals recommend
Picnic Cafe and Dessertery
30 Public SquareCheck out Picnic Cafe on the square for breakfast, lunch, desserts, and coffee.
Offering German / Swiss staples such as Bratwurst, Schnitzel, Fondue and Raclette along with weekly specials. A wide variety of Desserts are made from scratch daily. Stop by to enjoy a slice of real Black Forest Cake, German Cheesecake and much more.
17 locals recommend
Bratzeit
77 Memorial DrOffering German / Swiss staples such as Bratwurst, Schnitzel, Fondue and Raclette along with weekly specials. A wide variety of Desserts are made from scratch daily. Stop by to enjoy a slice of real Black Forest Cake, German Cheesecake and much more.
Wines and other Beverages
Montaluce Winery and Restaurant
501 Hightower Church RdKaya Vineyard & Winery
5400 Town Creek RdCavender Creek Vineyards
3610 Cavender Creek RdGold City Growlers
10 S Chestatee StAccent Cellars
215 Auraria Rd
Wolf Mountain Vineyards
180 Wolf Mountain TrailCottage Vineyard and Winery
5050 US-129Yonah Mountain Vineyards
1717 Hwy 255 SEtowah Meadery & The Dahlonega Brewery
3003 Morrison Moore Pkwy E400 Package Store
45 Heath RdThis is the closest place to the cottage for purchasing liquor by the bottle.
Groceries and Treats
Locally owned as well as chain stores for stocking the fridge and pantry.
Tomato House is a little grocery store specializing in produce, deli, a huge assortment of jarred and pickled items, locally made goods and wine, and craft beer (I personally love the pickled mushrooms). There is also an attached gift shop that sells scooped ice cream.
20 locals recommend
Tomato House
22 Stephens CirTomato House is a little grocery store specializing in produce, deli, a huge assortment of jarred and pickled items, locally made goods and wine, and craft beer (I personally love the pickled mushrooms). There is also an attached gift shop that sells scooped ice cream.
Walmart Supercenter
97 Commerce DrNo explanation needed.
Paul Thomas Chocolates
102 Public Square NDelicious chocolates and other treats.
Fun for the Whole Family
Adults and children alike will enjoy visiting these local attractions.
Chestatee Wildlife Preserve is home to over 100 exotic and native animals. These animals are rescued due to being orphaned, abused, illegally purchased or just in need of a forever home. Admission is $10/adult and $5/children 1-11. Feed buckets are $5.
28 locals recommend
Chestatee Wildlife Preserve & Zoo
469 Old Dahlonega HwyChestatee Wildlife Preserve is home to over 100 exotic and native animals. These animals are rescued due to being orphaned, abused, illegally purchased or just in need of a forever home. Admission is $10/adult and $5/children 1-11. Feed buckets are $5.
Tour the original gold mine, pan for gold, mine for gems, and learn about the history of Dahlonega and America's first gold rush.
63 locals recommend
Consolidated Gold Mine
185 Consolidated Gold Mine RdTour the original gold mine, pan for gold, mine for gems, and learn about the history of Dahlonega and America's first gold rush.
Amicalola Falls State Park
418 Amicalola Falls State Park RdSightseeing and Local History
While the Gold Mines of the area might seem at first like a tourist trap this one is definitely worth a visit. The story of the Dahlonega gold rush is vital to the history of the area and a tragic reminder of what instigated the Trail of Tears. The tour of the mine is a must.
63 locals recommend
Consolidated Gold Mine
185 Consolidated Gold Mine RdWhile the Gold Mines of the area might seem at first like a tourist trap this one is definitely worth a visit. The story of the Dahlonega gold rush is vital to the history of the area and a tragic reminder of what instigated the Trail of Tears. The tour of the mine is a must.
University of North Georgia
82 College CirAbout a 45 minute drive from The Schoolhouse, Gibbs Gardens is an absolutely stunning 220 acres of thoughtfully attended to and designed world-class gardens. Allow yourself at least three hours to take everything in. There is a little cafe on site should you get hungry.
108 locals recommend
Gibbs Gardens
1987 Gibbs DrAbout a 45 minute drive from The Schoolhouse, Gibbs Gardens is an absolutely stunning 220 acres of thoughtfully attended to and designed world-class gardens. Allow yourself at least three hours to take everything in. There is a little cafe on site should you get hungry.
The northern extension of the Atlanta Botanical Garden is in Gainesville, Georgia, about a 30 minute drive from the Schoolhouse. https://atlantabg.org/gainesville-garden/
46 locals recommend
Atlanta Botanical Garden, GAINESVILLE
1911 Sweetbay DrThe northern extension of the Atlanta Botanical Garden is in Gainesville, Georgia, about a 30 minute drive from the Schoolhouse. https://atlantabg.org/gainesville-garden/
Outdoor Adventure
Hiking, biking, and paddeling.
Visit the beautiful falls, hike to the top, set foot on the approach trail to the southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail and enjoy a meal with amazing views from the guest lodge.
261 locals recommend
Amicalola Falls State Park
418 Amicalola Falls State Park RdVisit the beautiful falls, hike to the top, set foot on the approach trail to the southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail and enjoy a meal with amazing views from the guest lodge.
Appalachian Outfitters - Canoeing and Kayaking
2084 S ChestateeYahoola Creek Park -Playground, Fields, and Trails
1166 Mechanicsville RdThis trail is about an 8 minute drive from the Schoolhouse. It is a 3 mile loop around Lake Zwerner with views of the lake throughout the hike. It's a moderate trail that is popular with both locals and visitors.
22 locals recommend
Lake Zwerner Trail and Pulloff
1680 Morrison Moore Pkwy EThis trail is about an 8 minute drive from the Schoolhouse. It is a 3 mile loop around Lake Zwerner with views of the lake throughout the hike. It's a moderate trail that is popular with both locals and visitors.
Dockery Lake Recreation Area
Dockery Lake Trail is and easy 3.5 mile hike that goes around the lake.
Woody Gap / Appalachian Trail
Georgia 60Hiking on the AT with some beautiful vistas.
Shopping
North Georgia Premium Outlets
800 GA-400Outlet Mall in Dawsonville
Historic general store on the square with loads of goodies. https://dahlonegageneralstore.com/
39 locals recommend
Dahlonega Mountain Sports
10 S Chestatee StHistoric general store on the square with loads of goodies. https://dahlonegageneralstore.com/
Gateway Antiques Mall
75 E Main St75 E Main St, Dahlonega, GA 30533
No. 3 Vintage
106 Public Square NorthUpscale vintage antiques and home furnishings. https://no3vintage.com/