Finding Mayberry isn’t difficult. Take a journey off the beaten path along the road less traveled by. One will find the best of Small Town America. It can’t be discovered without getting off the interstate. Carrollton's downtown district offers some great shops, restaurants, and some of the most friendly folks around these parts. Venture a little north for more great shops, thrifting, antiquing, restaurants, and more in the downtown of Villa Rica.
The Townsend Center offers performing arts of music and theater on the campus of West Georgia, which is highly supported by the local community. Check out their schedule of programs. Located at 1601 Maple Street, Carrollton, GA 30118. Phone: 678-839-4722. Website: townsendcenter.org
The Southeastern Quilt & Textile Museum is worth the visit. Learn about the beautiful art of quilts and textiles. Located at 306 Bradley St., Carrollton, GA. Phone: 770-301-2187. Find us on Facebook.
There’s gold in them hills! The Pine Mountain Gold Museum is one of the area’s newest attractions and one of the south’s oldest goldmines discovered in Georgia. Browse the gift shop and museum. Enjoy self-guided walking trails. Ride the train. See a live farm exhibit. Come and bring a picnic. Located at 1881 Stockmar Road, Villa Rica, GA 30180. Phone 770-459-8455. Website: Pinemountaingoldmuseum.com
From the farm, the Udderly Cool Dairy brings some of the best cheese found in a variety of restaurants and shops across the region. Their creamery offers a small shop where their products can be purchased onsite as well. They bring the quality of Berry College known to the industry to their creamery to make cheese that is out of this world. Find a few recipes on their website for your enjoyment, or make a reservation to visit. Located 300 West Drive, Roopville, GA. Phone: 770-854-6300. Website: udderlycoolcheese.com
Since 1826, Historic Banning Mills brings first class resort amenities combined with world reknown adventure that literally holds titles with the Guinness Book of World Records. Stay overnight or play all day long. Its historical setting is significant because it dates back to the Native American era, the Civil War era, and is considered to be the birthplace of the modern paper industry. Adventure is second to none with the world’s largest zip line. Reaching almost ten miles, it is known to guests as the “Screaming Eagle”. They have the world’s largest climbing wall that reaches close to a nine story building. Enjoy horseback riding, kayak adventures, or enjoy a hike through many scenic trails and explore the ruins of structures left by the old mill. Experience birds of prey shows and a variety of nature events. Plan to stay overnight at the lodge. They have bed and breakfast amenities second to none. Southern hospitality is added with every visit at no extra charge. Historic Banning Mills, 205 Horseshoe Dam Road, Banning, GA 30185 (also known as Whitesburg, GA). Phone: 770-834-9149. Website: historicbanningmills.com
A horse lover’s paradise invites guests from four continents, across the country, and the region. The Welcome Farm is situated just one hour west of downtown Atlanta in the beautiful Appalachian foothills of Carroll County. Kids of every age can enjoy the amenities at the farm. Everyone will love watching the horses, miniature donkeys, chickens, bunnies, dogs, and cats on the farm they call home, with a touch of German hospitality. Imagine what it’s like traveling to Europe without leaving our own backyard. You are likely to forget for a moment that you are close to home. Their kids riding camps are a blast. Families can stay while on vacation, or celebrate an anniversary for a very affordable cost, considering all the upscale amenities you will be able to partake of. The Welcome Farm, 1463 Welcome Road, Roopville, GA 30170. Phone: 404-547-1161. Website: www.thewelcomefarm.com

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If it’s been a while since you explored the treasures in our backyard, these popular attractions may offer you the opportunity. For details on these attractions, visit us at DayTripGetAways.com or call 770-723-6574.