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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Scenic Drives ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Lake Zwerner Trail ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Cane Creek Falls

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4. Chestatee Wildlife Preserve & Zoo

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5. Crisson Mine

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6. Dahlonega Consolidated Gold Mine

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7. Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site

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8. Dahlonega Walking Tours

Tours in the Area
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9. Historic Smith House Inn

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10. North Georgia Astronomical Observatory

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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11. Picnic Café and Dessertery

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12. Price Memorial Hall

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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13. Yahoola Creek Park

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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14. Chestatee River Adventures

Tours in the Area
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15. Wolf Mountain Vineyards and Winery

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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16. Dahlonega Magic Theatre

Category: Entertainment Near Me
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17. The Historic Holly Theatre

Category: Entertainment Near Me
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18. Red Oak Lavender Farm and Shop

Category: Shopping & Stuff
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19. Shenanigans Irish Pub

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Nestled in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in northern Georgia, Dahlonega is a small city that packs a punch when it comes to things to see and do.
  • From excellent wine farms and vineyards with award-winning wines, to beautiful natural landscapes with roaring waterfalls, babbling brooks, and rugged mountains, this quaint town has something for everyone.
  • Dahlonega boasts a rich history dating back to the discovery of gold in the area in 1828.
  • Whether you prefer strolling through art galleries and exploring museums, panning for gold knee-deep in the river, or tasting some of the region’s best wines, Dahlonega won’t disappoint.

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