The Unassuming Town Of Senoia, Georgia Is One Of America's Best Hidden Gems For A Weekend Getaway
By Lisa Sammons|Updated on January 19, 2024(Originally published January 05, 2023)
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Lisa loves animals and has dogs, rats, cats, guinea pigs, and snakes. She is passionate about animal rescue and live music - traveling across the country to see a favorite band is a pretty regular occurrence! Being out hiking in the woods enjoying the scenery with her beloved dogs is another favorite hobby, and also checking out the Pokemon Go scene in whatever city she happens to be in at any given time (coffee and dog leash in hand). You can reach Lisa at lsammons@onlyinyourstate.com
When people plan weekend getaways in Georgia, they often think first of our larger cities, like Savannah, Atlanta, and Augusta. These are all great places to escape for a few days. But some of the small towns in Georgia are also perfect retreats! One of the best is the growing town of Senoia, Georgia. This place has a population of over 5,000, but you’ll find a surprising number of attractions here that make it ideal for a two-day excursion. Even as a small town, there are plenty of things to do. Check out a few of our favorite attractions there:
If you're wondering, How far is Senoia, Georgia from me, this town is located about 40 miles southwest of Atlanta. The town's name is pronounced by locals as "suh-noy."
The 2011 remake of the film Footloose was partially filmed here, as were scenes from Fried Green Tomatoes. However, the hit television show The Walking Dead is the most famous production to use Senoia as a home base.
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There are walking tours available if you'd like to see some of the spots where the show was filmed, such as the tour offered by DTours, The Walking Dead: Private Film Locations Tour of Senoia. You can also visit The Woodbury Shoppe to pick up merchandise related to The Walking Dead, including a variety of clothing, gift items, and collectibles from the show.
The fun doesn't end there, though! Fans of The Walking Dead have to check out Nic and Norman's, a delicious grill owned by Greg Nicotero, a producer of the show, and Norman Reedus, who plays Daryl Dixon.
Nic & Norman's Senoia, 20 Main St, Senoia, GA 30276, USA
This spot has a laid-back atmosphere and serves from a classic pub menu and a long wood bar for draft beer and cocktails.
A shop with plenty of Georgia-grown items is The Classic Market. You can find everything here, from Georgia wines, Georgia coffee, or locally-crafted gifts. It's the perfect spot to find a souvenir or perhaps for some holiday gift list shopping.
The Classic Market, 15 Main St #1B, Senoia, GA 30276, USA
History enthusiasts will love a visit to the Senoia Area Historical Society. Located in a historic home, the central hall and five rooms are full of memorabilia and exhibits that bring to life the fascinating story of Senoia and the surrounding area.
Senoia Area Historical Society, 6 Couch St, Senoia, GA 30276, USA
If you'd like something a little more active, there's nothing more exciting than a day at the races. The Senoia Raceway is a 3/8-mile dirt track that hosts car races throughout the year.
Senoia Raceway, 171 Brown Rd, Senoia, GA 30276, USA
Some peaceful time out in nature can even be enjoyed with a stroll around Senoia's Marimac Lake. It's part of a beautiful park offering walking trails and fishing year-round (catch and release only, with a license).
No matter what you do during your days in Senoia, you'll need a comfortable place to lay your head at night. The historic Veranda Inn Bed and Breakfast is a 1906 Greek Revival mansion that's just a block off Main Street. It's top-rated by prior guests who have stayed there and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Veranda Historic Inn, 252 Seavy St, Senoia, GA 30276, USA
Senoia hosts plenty of festivals and events throughout the year, including a world-famous annual car show, so keep an eye on the calendar if you're interested in planning a trip around one of those special opportunities for fun.
For more information about this charming small town in Georgia, Senoia, check out the Enjoy Senoia, Georgia Facebook page. Also, for video footage from the town to get a better feel for what it would be like to visit, check out this brief video:
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