things to do
Canton Street
Lined with sidewalk cafes, restaurants, and boutiques, this charming street is the heart of historic downtown Roswell. It’s also just a short walk from Kimball Hall and a few miles from the DoubleTree Hotel. If you're looking for great (and convenient) breakfast, lunch, dinner, or drinking spots, this is the place to go. (You'll notice that many of our recommendations below are located on—or just off—Canton Street). Pro tip: The DoubleTree hotel offers a complimentary shuttle to and from downtown Roswell.
Gate City Brewing Company
Located just off Canton Street and housed in what used to be two mechanic shops, this two-story brewery offers twenty house-brewed beers and cocktails on draft. Weekends feature live music, six-pack tastings to-go, community-based events, and an overall good time.
The Artillery Room @ Gate City
Gate City Brewing Company’s two-story lounge serving house-made cocktails. Has an entrance on Canton Street and is attached to The Terrace overlooking The Brewyard.
Fellows Cafe
Claire's favorite Roswell brunch/lunch spot. This charming, cozy cafe is located in a quaint yellow house tucked away on a quiet street (walkable from Canton Street). Stop by for delicious, made-from-scratch breakfast, brunch, or lunch—plus coffee and cocktails. Make a reservation in advance if you can!
Mac McGee
This local Irish Pub is a great spot for drinks! Offers rotating craft beer, cocktails, and made-from-scratch pub food. 🍀 Open until 12 a.m. 🎉
Roswell Provisions
An adorable community market, bistro, coffee shop, and restaurant. Head upstairs to Le Bistro (where our Welcome Event will be held!) for delicious lunch options!
Little Alley Steak
One of the best steakhouses in Atlanta, set in a former antique shop. The menu includes a top-notch charcuterie program, a full decanting service with an impressive wine list, a vast bourbon collection, and original cuts of meat from renowned Chicago butcher Meats by Linz. Definitely make a reservation in advance if you're planning to dine here!
VIN25
An intimate, friendly neighborhood wine bar featuring a dreamy patio, an international wine list, and a modern, chef-driven menu. (Walkable from Canton Street) Reservations recommended!
Ceviche Taqueria & Margarita Bar - Roswell
Contemporary Mexican fare served with margaritas & tequilas in an informal indoor-outdoor setting.
Table & Main | a southern tavern
Seasonal Southern cuisine in a century-old, beautifully restored homestead. Known for its award-winning fried chicken. If you're planning to dine here, we recommend making a reservation in advance!
Variant Brewing
A local craft brewery featuring year-round and seasonal beers on tap.
Pure Taqueria
This casual taqueria is a great laid-back spot for lunch or dinner!
Chelo
A delicious Persian restaurant and bar with tasty food and fun cocktails.
Summit Coffee Roswell
Cute coffee shop with delicious coffee, as well as beer, wine, and pastries. Their seasonal drinks are so fun and tasty!!
Proper Hop Taphouse
A cute brewery with indoor and outdoor seating.
The Roswell Garden
A vibey beer garden with cocktails, brunch, lunch, dinner, and live music.
Historic House Museums
Admission to Roswell's historic house museums is completely free, and both self-guided and guided tour opportunities are available.
Mojo Vinyl Records
An independent record store stocking new and used vinyl.
Old Mill Park
A beautiful park along Vickery Creek, where Roswell’s original cotton mill was established and where its ruins sit today. Also offers access to a pedestrian bridge & dam overlook and walking trails.
Chattahoochee Nature Center
A non-profit award-winning center dedicated to environmental education and located on 127 acres of forest, wetland, and river habitats adjacent to the Chattahoochee River.
Roswell Riverwalk Boardwalk
A multi-purpose greenway that parallels the Chattahoochee River.
Downtown Alpharetta
Just six miles north of Roswell, downtown Alpharetta is home to everything from green spaces and shopping to restaurants and breweries.
Comeback Vinyl
One of many record stores frequented by the father of the bride. Located in downtown Alpharetta.
Avalon
A sprawling development in Alpharetta with an abundance of shopping, dining, and entertaining.
Atlanta BeltLine
One of our favorites! Formerly railroad tracks, the BeltLine is now 22 miles of walking paths circling the core of Atlanta’s in-town neighborhoods and connecting to some of the city's most fun dining, drinking, and shopping. The BeltLine's Eastside Trail is easily accessible from Ponce City Market!
Ponce City Market
Located along the Atlanta BeltLine in Atlanta's Old Fourth Ward neighborhood, Ponce City Market is a mixed-use development housed in a former Sears, Roebuck & Co facility (an Atlanta landmark for almost 90 years). Features national and local retail anchors, restaurants, a food hall, boutiques and offices, and residential units.
Piedmont Park
A sprawling, 200+ acre greenspace in the heart of Atlanta, about one mile northeast of Downtown, between the Midtown and Virginia Highland neighborhoods.
Atlanta Botanical Garden
30-plus acres of lush botanical gardens located adjacent to Piedmont Park in Midtown.
National Center for Civil and Human Rights
A downtown Atlanta museum dedicated to the achievements of the civil rights movement in the United States and the broader worldwide human rights movement.
High Museum of Art
The largest museum for visual art in the Southeast. The High organizes and presents exhibitions of international and national significance alongside its comprehensive collection of more than 18,000 works of art.
Grant Park
The oldest city park in Atlanta—and where we met! Covered in a canopy of trees, it's laced with walking trails and home to Zoo Atlanta. Grant Park is also a residential district, known for its charming Victorian mansions and Craftsman bungalows.