Dahlonega

Enjoy a 40-minute Underground Adventure where you’ll explore a real mine with a knowledgeable guide, who will share stories of miners' efforts to find gold in quartz veins. Engage with your guide to experience life as a turn-of-the-century miner. After the tour, receive expert gold panning instructions and have the chance to try panning yourself. All admissions include a free gold panning sample.

North Georgia Wildlife and Safari offers a unique & immersive experience with a diverse range of exotic and native animals. Set in a picturesque location, this wildlife preserve features guided safari tours where you can observe animals in spacious, natural habitats. Visitors can enjoy close-up encounters, learn about wildlife conservation, and capture memorable photos amidst the beautiful North Georgia landscape. It’s a great destination for animal enthusiasts and families seeking an educational & adventurous outing.

Dahlonega Butterfly Farm offers a distinctive and immersive experience where visitors can explore a vibrant world of free-ranging butterflies amidst a natural, unmanicured setting. Embrace the charm of lush wildflower patches, buzzing bees, and a variety of insects in this delightful, untamed garden. Expect a bit of mud and a lot of natural beauty as you enjoy this unique, hands-on encounter with nature.

At Montaluce Winery and Restaurant, you are welcomed like family to enjoy their Tuscan winery, gourmet food, and stunning views. The winery focuses on creating estate-grown wines through dedicated, hands-on care. In 2021, they introduced Trattoria di Montaluce, their sister restaurant located on the vineyard. The trattoria offers authentic Italian cuisine with house-made pastas, cheeses, and brick-oven pizzas, emphasizing a farm-to-table approach. Its open-concept dining room features cozy, kitchen-centric design for a relaxed dining experience.

GrapeVine's offers some of the best Italian food in Georgia, featuring classic dishes like spaghetti with meat sauce and lasagna, as well as inventive options such as baked ziti with Italian sausage and chicken Pamplona stuffed with prosciutto and fontina. Visit for lunch or dinner to enjoy a variety of flavorful Italian dishes.

The DeSoto Falls Trail in Georgia is a short, family-friendly hike in the Chattahoochee National Forest, leading to the scenic Upper and Lower DeSoto Falls. Starting from the well-marked DeSoto Falls Recreation Area, the trail features a gentle ascent through a mixed forest and follows Frogtown Creek. Interpretive signs provide educational insights along the way. The Lower DeSoto Falls, with a 20-foot drop, is a great photo spot, while the Upper DeSoto Falls, with a dramatic 75-foot cascade, is the trail's main highlight. Both falls are especially stunning after rain and offer picturesque settings for relaxation and picnicking.