We're so excited to share a few of our favorite places in the area. All of which we've visited personally, and most of which are free!
The State Botanical Garden of Georgia
2450 South Milledge Avenue, Athens, GA 30605
Around the corner from where we lived in Georgia, the free gardens were a spot that we visited on multiple occasions.
Georgia Museum of Art
90 Carlton Street, Athens, GA 30602
A free option in town, spend some time enjoying the art and try to spot the matching crazy design.
Historic Elder Mill Covered Bridge
1441 Elder Mill Road, Watkinsville, GA 30677
Maybe an odd recommendation, but this bridge from 1897 was part of a series of historic wooden covered bridge we visited as part of our exploration of Georgia.
Bear Hollow Zoo
293 Gran Ellen Drive, Athens, GA 30606
A small animal-rescue zoo, admission is free but donations are encouraged to help support their non-releasable native wildlife.
The Arch
U.S. 78 Business, Athens, GA 30602
The Arch is a historic landmark for the University of Georgia, and symbolizing the entrance to higher-education as the first public university in the US.
Washington Farms
5691 Hog Mountain Road, Bogart, GA 30622
About 15 minutes outside of Athens, this farm offers a variety of seasonal fun experiences for the whole family!
Tree That Owns Itself
277 South Finley Street, Athens, GA 30605
If it's on the way, drive by the tree that has legal ownership of itself and of all land within eight feet of its base
Lyndon House Arts Center
211 Hoyt Street, Athens, GA 30601
Enjoy the art and this historic residence of Athens for free!