Guidebook for the Athens Hideaway
City/town information
Small, college town in northeast Georgia offering a foodie and artsy vibe, as well as college football, history and culture.
62 locals recommend
Athens
Small, college town in northeast Georgia offering a foodie and artsy vibe, as well as college football, history and culture.
Food scene
Delicious local cafe that has amazing coffees, teas, pastries, lunch, brunch... the list goes on! A must do for a relaxing outdoor brunch.
73 locals recommend
Big City Bread Cafe
393 N Finley StDelicious local cafe that has amazing coffees, teas, pastries, lunch, brunch... the list goes on! A must do for a relaxing outdoor brunch.
Newly renovated, now with rooftop seating! They have the best burritos, and margs and quacamole!
42 locals recommend
Agua Linda Taqueria
1376 Prince AveNewly renovated, now with rooftop seating! They have the best burritos, and margs and quacamole!
Located on the edge of historic downtown, in the old Snow Tire factory, this taproom and brewery offer tasty beers and patio seating. Twice a week there is a farmers market offering local foods and crafts.
149 locals recommend
Creature Comforts Downtown Taproom and Brewery
271 W Hancock AveLocated on the edge of historic downtown, in the old Snow Tire factory, this taproom and brewery offer tasty beers and patio seating. Twice a week there is a farmers market offering local foods and crafts.
An Athens staple! Timeless pub in the heart of downtown with great food and drinks. Recently renovated.
60 locals recommend
The Globe
199 N Lumpkin StAn Athens staple! Timeless pub in the heart of downtown with great food and drinks. Recently renovated.
Mama's Boy Restaurant
197 Oak StreetTrappeze Pub
269 N Hull StQuirky, downtown pub with a fun menu.
Outstanding local Italian eatery. Creative menu, amazing pizzas. Three locations, with the Eastside restaurant being a 5 minute drive from the Athens Hideaway.
24 locals recommend
DePalmas Italian Cafe
1965 S Barnett Shoals RdOutstanding local Italian eatery. Creative menu, amazing pizzas. Three locations, with the Eastside restaurant being a 5 minute drive from the Athens Hideaway.
Classic Athens-original coffeehouse. A must visit for caffeine addicts.
131 locals recommend
Jittery Joe's Coffee
1230 S Milledge AveClassic Athens-original coffeehouse. A must visit for caffeine addicts.
Five Points Bottle Shop
1655 S Lumpkin StGo to place for craft beer and quality wine.
Student and local favorite for pizza and subs. Just as good at lunchtime as it is at midnight!
15 locals recommend
Little Italy Pizzeria
125 N Lumpkin StStudent and local favorite for pizza and subs. Just as good at lunchtime as it is at midnight!
The original Athens brewery. Sprawling, family and dog friendly facility on the edge of town.
68 locals recommend
Terrapin Beer Company
265 Newton Bridge RdThe original Athens brewery. Sprawling, family and dog friendly facility on the edge of town.
Neighborhoods
Here are some fun areas around Athens to check out!
Retro and a little bit funky! Try some of the best mexican food (Agua Linda) or southern deli eats (Marti's at Midday).
12 locals recommend
Normaltown
Retro and a little bit funky! Try some of the best mexican food (Agua Linda) or southern deli eats (Marti's at Midday).
Music Venue
This Athens institution offers local musicians to nationally known artists. Check out the rooftop bar on game days to catch sunset views while rooting for the Georgia Bulldogs.
169 locals recommend
Georgia Theatre
215 N Lumpkin StThis Athens institution offers local musicians to nationally known artists. Check out the rooftop bar on game days to catch sunset views while rooting for the Georgia Bulldogs.
Landmark music venue in downtown Athens. The launching spot for REM, the Drive-By Truckers and the B52s.
91 locals recommend
40 Watt Club
285 W Washington StLandmark music venue in downtown Athens. The launching spot for REM, the Drive-By Truckers and the B52s.
Sightseeing
Surprisingly large wildlife center, tucked away near 5 Points Neighborhood. A fun day out for kids and grownups alike.
23 locals recommend
Bear Hollow Zoo
Surprisingly large wildlife center, tucked away near 5 Points Neighborhood. A fun day out for kids and grownups alike.
Enjoy the local flora and fauna at the Botanical Gardens. This outdoor gem on the edge of town is operated by the University of Georgia. Check their webpage for opening times because private events are popular here.
96 locals recommend
Botanical Gardens station
Enjoy the local flora and fauna at the Botanical Gardens. This outdoor gem on the edge of town is operated by the University of Georgia. Check their webpage for opening times because private events are popular here.
Come for the history and stay for the sports! The University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in the United States. Commonly referred to as the Harvard of the South with its lush and sprawling quads and historic buildings.
96 locals recommend
University of Georgia
Herty DriveCome for the history and stay for the sports! The University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in the United States. Commonly referred to as the Harvard of the South with its lush and sprawling quads and historic buildings.