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Things to do in Athens, GA: 2 local trip ideas

2 ready-made day trips in Athens, GA: entertainment and foodie. Each one strings together a handful of stops in order.

EntertainmentFoodie
Entertainment trip

Athens Music, Bites

5 stops · about 8 hr 15 min of stops · ~$112 per person

Immerse yourself in Athens' famous music legacy and culinary scene on this walking-friendly tour starting with a classic Southern breakfast and culminating in an iconic indie rock show.

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    Big City Bread Cafe

    393 N Finley St C, Athens, GA 30601, USA
    Big City Bread Cafe, Athens, GA

    Enjoy scratch-made pastries and breakfast on the beautiful elm-shaded garden patio.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$15 per person · Directions
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    The National

    232 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GA 30601, USA
    The National, Athens, GA

    Walk east into downtown for a Mediterranean-inspired lunch at this celebrated local landmark.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$25 per person · Directions
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    Georgia Theatre

    215 N Lumpkin St, Athens, GA 30601, USA
    Georgia Theatre, Athens, GA

    Sip a mid-afternoon craft beer with views overlooking the vibrant heart of downtown.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$12 per person · Directions
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    Last Resort Grill

    174-184 W Clayton St, Athens, GA 30601, USA
    Last Resort Grill, Athens, GA

    Dine on southwestern-style Southern classics, and absolutely do not skip their famous cakes.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$35 per person · Directions
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    40 Watt Club

    285 W Washington St, Athens, GA 30601, USA
    40 Watt Club, Athens, GA

    Catch an indie rock gig at one of the world's most famous and historic music venues.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 3 hr · ~$25 per person · Directions
Foodie trip

Five Points

4 stops · about 4 hr 45 min of stops · ~$145 per person

A walkable, culinary-focused day exploring the historic Five Points neighborhood and downtown Athens, featuring artisan pastries, local bean-to-bar chocolate, and critically acclaimed Southern-Mediterranean fusion.

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    Independent Baking Co

    1625 S Lumpkin St, Athens, GA 30606, USA
    Independent Baking Co, Athens, GA

    Grab a freshly baked morning roll and locally roasted coffee at this cozy Five Points neighborhood favorite.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 45 min · ~$10 per person · Directions
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    Condor Chocolates Five Points

    1658 S Lumpkin St, Athens, GA 30606, USA
    Condor Chocolates Five Points, Athens, GA

    Just a minute's walk across the street, taste incredible bean-to-bar chocolates and truffles sourcing Ecuadorian cacao.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 30 min · ~$15 per person · Directions
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    Five and Ten

    1073 S Milledge Ave, Athens, GA 30605, USA
    Five and Ten, Athens, GA

    Walk north up Milledge Avenue to enjoy an upscale, farm-to-table Southern lunch or brunch in a beautiful historic home.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$45 per person · Directions
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    The National

    232 W Hancock Ave, Athens, GA 30601, USA
    The National, Athens, GA

    Head into Downtown for dinner at this legendary local spot serving Mediterranean-inspired Southern fare.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 2 hr · ~$75 per person · Directions

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