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Things To Do

Whether you're just staying in the Alpharetta area for the weekend or you're looking to explore Atlanta, we have so many favorite spots to recommend! We also have a couple of short hikes listed if you are interested in exploring North Georgia's beauty!

Avalon

2200 Avalon Boulevard, Alpharetta, GA 30009

One of Alpharetta's ultimate highlights! Outdoor community with amazing restaurants, shopping, and a movie theater. Beautiful area to walk, talk, and relax during your weekend away. Favorite food spots: - Rumi's Kitchen (Persian) - South City Kitchen (Southern) - Superica (Tex-Mex) - Antico (Pizza) - Cafe Intermezzo (European) - Jeni's (Ice Cream) Our top shops: - Anthropologie - Lululemon - Nike - Sephora - Reformation - Pottery Barn - Williams Sonoma

Downtown Alpharetta

1 South Main Street, Alpharetta, GA 30009

Head down Main Street to Downtown Alpharetta - another highlight of the city! Great food, drinks, and nice green space to enjoy the spring weather. Favorite food spots: - Taffer's Tavern (American) - Smokejack (Barbecue) - Flatlands Bourbon and Bayou (Cajun) - Pure Taqueria (Mexican) - Hen Mother Cookhouse (Breakfast) - Boarding Pass Coffee (Coffee Shop) - Kilwins (Ice Cream) Grab a drink: - Truck & Tap - UP on the Roof - Currahee Brewing Co. - Central City Tavern

Topgolf Alpharetta

10900 Westside Parkway, Alpharetta, GA 30009

When we first started dating, one of our favorite places to go was Topgolf! This location is super close to the Alpharetta hotels.

Georgia Aquarium

225 Baker Street Northwest, Atlanta, GA 30313

We actually used to live across the street from here! Truly the best aquarium in the world! Totally worth the visit to this ATL staple.

Ponce City Market

675 Ponce De Leon Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30308

One of the city's greatest spots is Ponce City Market. It was once the home of a Sears, Roebuck & Co. warehouse and retail store back in the 1920s. Now, it is a huge shopping center and food hall. It is also connected to the most popular part of the Beltline, which is a walking and biking trail surrounding Atlanta and connecting people to the best parks, restaurants, bars, and more! We live in one of the apartment complexes right across the street, so safe to say we are here often! Favorite food spots: - Bellina Alimentari (Italian) - Minero (Mexican) - Dancing Goats Coffee Bar (Coffee Shop) - Three Taverns (Brewery) - Saint Germain (French Bakery) Our top shops: - Citizen Supply - Anthropologie - Lululemon - Marine Layer - Reformation - Sugarboo & Co. - Pottery Barn - Williams Sonoma Be sure to check out The Roof at PCM! Skyline Park is a carnival-themed area with fun food drinks, and games (and even a ride & slide), and 9 Mile Station is a wonderful restaurant with amazing views!

New Realm Brewing Co.

550 Somerset Terrace Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30306

For our brewery lovers - New Realm is right on the Beltline near Ponce City Market. Go up to the rooftop bar for incredible skyline views!

Big Softie

405 North Angier Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30308

One of the best ice cream shops in ATL! There are a few other locations, but this one is right off the Eastside Beltline by our other recommendations. They serve scrumptious soft serve - try the Olive Oil flavor if they have it on rotation!

Inman Park Neighborhood

299 North Highland Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30307

Another hot spot for food and entertainment! You can actually get here from Ponce City Market easily - just a 15-minute walk down the Beltline. Favorite food spots: - Barcelona Wine Bar (Tapas) - BeetleCat (Seafood) - Delbar (Middle Eastern) - Fritti (Pizza) - Pure Taqueria (Mexican) - Victory Sandwich Bar (Sandwiches) Grab a drink: - Painted Park - VinoTeca - Little Spirit - The Albert

Ladybird Grove & Mess Hall

684 John Wesley Dobbs Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30312

Our favorite bar! Ladybird is a camp-themed bar on the Beltline with the best vibes, drinks, and food. Also be sure to check out their upstairs bar, Ranger Station - more of a bougie cabin vibe!

Krog Street Market

99 Krog Street Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30307

Just a tad further down the Beltline from Inman Park and Ladybird is Krog Street Market & District. The market itself is a delicious food hall, and there are other great restaurants and shops in the surrounding Krog Street District! Favorite food spots: - Fred's Meat & Bread (Hot Sandwiches - on the Michelin Guide!) - Superica (Tex-Mex) - Playa Bowls (Acai Bowls & Smoothies) - The Salty (Donut Shop) - Little Tart Bakeshop (Bakery) - Jeni's (Ice Cream) Grab a drink: - Pour Taproom - Lingering Shade Social Club - The James Room (it's a speakeasy!) Cute shops: - The Merchant - The Collective

Piedmont Park

Atlanta, GA 30309

A wonderful park to explore in the heart of Midtown Atlanta - take a stroll, or grab a Bird / Lime scooter or bike and have a ball! Also, if you pass a King of Pops cart, stop and grab a popsicle. They are an ATL must!

Atlanta Botanical Garden

1345 Piedmont Avenue Northeast, Atlanta, GA 30309

Adjacent to Piedmont Park, check out the Botanical Garden! It is so beautiful, and you'll be in town for the wedding in the spring - during the best blooms!

East Palisades Trail & Bamboo Forest

1425 Indian Trail Northwest, Sandy Springs, GA 30327

A moderate hike on the banks of the Chattahoochee River - and it's all located ITP (Inside the Perimeter, aka inside the I-285 loop). There's even a bamboo forest!

Indian Seats At Sawnee

2500 Bettis Tribble Gap Road, Cumming, GA 30040

Another moderate hike, just a little further north of the wedding venue. The natural, granite indentations on the mountain top were believed to be used as lookouts by Native Americans. Such a nice sunrise or sunset hike!

Lake Lanier Trail - Little Ridge Park

3295 Lanier Beach South Road, Cumming, GA 30041

If you want to check out the gorgeous Lake Lanier, this park is a great place to do it. The trail is about one-mile, surrounding the water and allowing access to multiple small beaches.