Day TripsWhen you come to Blue Ridge, GA you may not want to leave your cabin! But if you do, there are some awesome day trips that are easy to get to from Blue Ridge. City Day TripsA quick trip on interstate highway south to Atlanta is only 1.5 hours away, where families can enjoy the Georgia Aquarium, Stone Mountain, Six Flags, Ponce City Market, Fox Theater, the Fernbank Museum, the High Museum - the list goes on. Chattanooga is also 1.5 hours away, but the drive is breathtakingly scenic as you drive through the Ocoee Gorge along the Ocoee River where the 1996 Summer Olympics were held. Experience Rock City, Ruby Falls, Lookout Mountain, the Tennessee Aquarium, the Chattanooga Choo Choo Museum, Creative Discovery Museum, Walnut Street Bridge, plus all the cool shopping and foodie restaurants. Exploring other day trips to Helen, GA for the Oktoberfest is a festive time, or Dahlonega, GA at Christmastime is very special and nostalgic. For shopping enthusiasts, a trip to Dawsonville, GA and the Georgia Premium Outlets is always a good time. Outdoor Adventure Day TripsSpend a day at Lake Lanier Islands just 80 miles away, or experience the wild Nantahala Gorge in NC just 64 miles away for some exhilarating whitewater rafting in the Smoky Mountains. But at the end of the day, nothing beats coming home to your luxury Blue Ridge cabin and views that will take your breath away and melt the cares of the world into oblivion. Come experience Blue Ridge and all that surrounds it. Landing Page Title: Day Trips from Blue Ridge, GA Pages |  The Memories A group of 14+ rented two cabins to celebrate one of our beloved friend’s birthday. The cabins were breathtaking. When they say the kitchen is fully loaded, it definitely is! We stayed at the Riverview Lodge and it came complete with blenders, waffle maker, pots and pans,... A group of 14+ rented two cabins to celebrate one of our beloved friend’s birthday. The cabins were breathtaking. When they say the kitchen is fully loaded, it definitely is! We stayed at the Riverview Lodge and it came complete with blenders, waffle maker, pots and pans, spoons and cooking utensils. We had everything we needed to make this a memorable event. The bedrooms were huge and immaculate. It exceeded my expectations. The owner is one of the kindest and professional individuals you would ever meet. It was easy to contact him for any questions we had. I would definitely do this again! Thanks Gary from Antoinette 2/21/20 birthday bash! Thanks for hosting us at your beautiful cabin! We enjoyed the great views, relaxing in the hot tub, and the extra-soft blankets! We also went horseback riding at Cowgirl Up and enjoyed hiking Fall Branch Falls. Would love to come back! ~ Georgia and Kentucky Thanks for hosting us at your beautiful cabin! We enjoyed the great views, relaxing in the hot tub, and the extra-soft blankets! We also went horseback riding at Cowgirl Up and enjoyed hiking Fall Branch Falls. Would love to come back! ~ Georgia and Kentucky |
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The Incline Railway, located on the foot of Lookout Mountain in Chattanooga, TN, opened on November 16, 1895. Just 1.5 hrs. from Blue Ridge, GA, The Incline Railway is the perfect day trip for those looking to explore the area further. Originally, the cars were made of wood and powered by huge coal-burning steam engines. Electric power was used after 1911, and it now uses two 100-horsepower motors…
The Tennessee Aquarium is the highest-rated aquarium in the USA and one of America's top ten tourist attractions for overall guest satisfaction! You will enjoy a remarkable journey with 10,000 animals. Located on the banks of the Tennessee River in Chattanooga and surrounded by the natural beauty of the mountains, the Tennessee Aquarium tells the story of the river - following the path of a raindr…
Ruby Falls is one of the oldest and most popular attractions in the Southeast. The historic attraction has welcomed millions of guests over its long, colorful history and continues to be a tradition for generations of visitors to the Chattanooga area. Back in 1928, when Ruby Falls founder Leo Lambert had the idea of opening a cave as a tourist attraction, tourism as we know it today was in its inf…
Located 6 miles outside Chattanooga, TN, Rock City Gardens makes a perfect day trip from your luxury cabin in Blue Ridge, GA. Just an hour and a half away, traveling along the Ocoee River through the Ocoee Gorge, the beautiful drive makes the time fly by.
Rock City is a unique geological and botanical wonder. Located atop Lookout Mountain in Georgia, this scenic, natural attraction offers an e…
Zoo Atlanta is Atlanta's oldest cultural institution and one of Georgia's most beloved family destinations. Founded in 1889, the Zoo is one of the 10 oldest zoos in continuous operation in the U.S. Average annual attendance at this Atlanta attraction typically exceeds 700,000, and membership tops 27,000 households. Known for its leadership in the movement to provide naturalistic habitats for anima…
The World of Coca-Cola at Pemberton Place celebrated its Grand Opening on May 24, 2007. It's the only place where you can explore the complete story—past, present, and future—of the world's best-known brand.
With 60,000 square feet for you to explore, the World of Coca-Cola features more than 1,200 artifacts from around the world that, until now, have never been displayed to the public before…
The historic Fox Theatre is one of Atlanta's premiere venues for live entertainment. The Fox's 4,678 seat theatre is booked more than 300 performances a year ranging from Broadway to rock to comedy to movies. In December 2009, Billboard Magazine ranked the Fox Theatre in Atlanta as "The #1 non-residency venue worldwide for the decade (5,000 seats or less)."
The Fox Theatre is located on Peachtree…
A perfect day trip from Blue Ridge, GA, less than 100 miles from breathtaking Stone Mountain, the largest exposed granite dome in North America. Reaching a height of 1,683 feet above sea level, approximately 650-750 feet above Georgia Piedmont, which surrounds it, Stone Mountain is visible from Mount Yonah at its northeast, Amicalola Falls State Park in the north, and Kennesaw Mountain in the we…
While staying in the beautiful North GA mountains in your Blue Ridge vacation cabin rental, visit the Georgia Aquarium for a fun day trip with family and friends!
The Georgia Aquarium is adjacent to Centennial Olympic Park in downtown Atlanta sits on 9.5 acres of land, and is located next door to the World of Coca-Cola. The exterior of the building was designed to look like a giant ship breaki…
Only at Fernbank Museum can you come face-to-face with the world's largest dinosaurs, explore the development of life on Earth through the landscapes of present-day Georgia, connect with cultures from around the globe, engage in a variety of hands-on exhibitions, and more! And you won't want to miss stunning rotating special exhibitions or the incredible 5-story experience of an IMAX film.
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