Just a short 20-30 minute drive from Madison, Ga. is Athens, where we currently reside. Athens is a college town that has a ton of history, shopping and culture.
The State Botanical Garden of Georgia
2450 South Milledge Avenue, Athens, GA 30605, (706) 542-1244
Sanford Stadium
100 Sanford Drive, Athens, GA 30602, (706) 542-9036
Bear Hollow Zoo
293 Gran Ellen Drive, Athens, GA 30606, (706) 613-3580
Creature Comforts Downtown Taproom and Brewery
271 West Hancock Avenue, Athens, GA 30601, (706) 410-1043
Big Dogs On The River
2525 Atlanta Highway, Athens, GA 30606, (706) 353-6002
Georgia Theatre
215 North Lumpkin Street, Athens, GA 30601, (706) 850-7670
Downtown Athens
Athens, GA 30601
Great spot for shopping and dining at some award winning restaurants by day and by night becomes the city's nightlife. Plenty of live music and bars to enjoy.