A Relaxing Weekend Near Helen, Georgia
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Georgia
Adventure Travel
Food & Wine
Nature Escapes
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Hidden Gems
Vineyard
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Helen, Georgia is a touristy Alpine town with little German shops and more to attract tourists. What a lot of folks don't know is there are hidden gems in Helen and the surrounding areas. Amazing Vineyards, little bakeries, water adventures and so much more. A perfect weekend getaway for couples, families and solo trips!
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Things to do in Helen, Georgia
Anna Ruby Falls: This is a steep climb, so wear comfortable hiking boots or shoes. Stroller friendly but wooo what a climb. Once you get to the top, it is worth it. So lovely.
Tubing down the Chattahoochee River: One thing you have to do in the south during the warm months (which is like 9-10 months a year) is tubing! Tubing down the Chattahoochee is even better. There are a few tubing companies to choose from, and you can go right through downtown Helen.
Ziplining: It's always fun to try ziplining if it’s offered wherever you may be traveling.
Downtown Helen: The “heart” of Helen. It is an Alpine/German-inspired town with German restaurants, shopping and more.
Georgia Mountain Coaster: An individual cart coaster that you control the speed of, with amazing views!
Nora Mill Granary: An operational gristmill where you can go and see how they operate and purchase some freshly ground grits!
Seasonal Events: Oktoberfest, Balloon Race & Festival, Christkindlmarkt. The Helen area has some amazing seasonal events! We definitely recommend Oktoberfest, unless you can make it to Germany, of course!
Raven Cliff Falls: Another beautiful hike with breathtaking waterfalls.
Places to eat & drink in Helen, Georgia
Habersham Winery: A family-owned winery. Go for a tasting and enjoy live music on select Saturdays.
Yonah Mountain Vineyards: Get the charcuterie, a glass of wine, a flight or a beer. Go sit outside and soak in the beauty. Young American is a local favorite wine of theirs.
Creekstone Winery: A chill and cozy sister winery to Habersham. Get a flight and relax outside. Try their wines that have muscadines!
Hofer’s Bakery: A bakery and cafe/deli. Highly recommended is the Bavarian Pretzel and a Linzer Cookie! Get some dried spaetzle to take home and make a German meal.
Mully’s Nacoochee Grill: Elevated Southern cuisine. Inside a restored farmhouse, with a full bar. Sit on the porch and enjoy!
Bodensee: Down home southern meets traditional German dishes.
Old Heidelberg: German restaurant and pub. Enjoy traditional eats like schnitzel, while sitting in the beer garden.
King Ludwig’s Beer Garden: Pub food like Bratwurst and Reubens with a long drink menu.
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