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Athens is one of Georgia's most beautiful historic cities, located approximately 70 miles northeast of Atlanta's downtown district.

The city, which is located within the foothills of the gorgeous Blue Ridge Mountains, is part of the Civil War-era Antebellum Trail and is known for its impressive Antebellum-era architecture, including the 19th-century T.R.R. Cobb House and the Taylor Grady House, which are open to the public as living history museums.

Collegiate culture abounds thanks to the University of Georgia's North Campus, with a thriving alternative rock music scene producing nationally-renowned acts such as the B-52s, R.E.M., and Neutral Milk Hotel. Other things to you see include the Georgia Museum of Art, the State Botanical Garden of Georgia, and Sandy Creek Park, with many specialty shops and restaurants offered within the city's Victorian-era downtown district.

Annual special events include the AthFest summer music and arts festival.

Quick weekend itinerary:

Stay:

Hyatt Place Athens, Hotel Indigo Athens Downtown

Must See:

Downtown Athens, State Botanical Garden of Georgia, Sandy Creek Nature Center

Restaurants:

Last Resort Grill, The Place, White Tiger Athens

Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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