Local Attractions
There is always something fun for everyone to do in and around Ellijay and Blue Ridge!
| The Ellijay Apple Festival is an annual festival taking place at the Fair Grounds in Ellijay, Georgia. Crafters and vendors come from all over the state to participate in this festival. There are lots of things for everyone of all ages. From bounce houses and face painting for the younger children to crafts and stage performances for the adults. |
| Location: |
Ellijay, Ga. |
| Boutique and Antique shops around the square in historic downtown Ellijay. Items include antique collectibles to cabin furnishings and artwork, boutique clothing shops, pottery making, jewelry making and quilting shops and restaurants. |
| Location: |
Ellijay, GA |
| The Swan Drive In Theatre offers a unique taste of the past with current first run movies. You can enjoy a movie outside under the stars or in the privacy of your car. Don`t worry about crying babies or non-smoking areas, you can relax and enjoy yourself. The Swan prides itself on being a family oriented theatre and has a zero tolerance for bad conduct so come on out and enjoy a movie. We have a full concession. |
| Location: |
Blue Ridge, GA |
| Phone: |
706-632-5235 |
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| Location: |
1010 Appalachian Hwy Blue Ridge, GA 30513 |
| Phone: |
(706) 946-1010 |
| Departing from our historic depot in Blue Ridge, GA, the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway journeys alongside the Toccoa River for a 4-hour excursion riding through the Chattahoochee National Forest. Personalize your experience by choosing either an open-air, vintage, closed coach train car or upgrade your ride to our Premier car. Stopping for a 2-hour layover in the unique sister towns of McCaysville, GA and Copperhill, TN you�ll be able to explore the shops, enjoy lunch, and see the iconic blue GA/TN state line that runs through the towns. Create lasting memories aboard the BRSR! |
| Location: |
Downtown Blue Ridge, Georgia |
| Toll Free: |
877-413-8724 |
| The Lilly Pad Village is a great family entertainment spot! Play mini golf, mine for gems, listen to live music or simply come and hang out by our 1/2 acre pond, check your e-mail, take in the sights, listen to the sounds of nature. The serenade of spring peepers, bullfrogs and variety of Georgia birds is the most relaxing sound - ready for something more lively? Check out our lineup of incredible musicians. Enjoy blues, jazz, bluegrass and more! Our mini golf course is set in a mountain hiking environment and it is lit for night play. If you want to fish - bring your fishing gear or we can rent you some! No fishing license required. |
| Location: |
24 Adelaide Dr, Blue Ridge, GA 30513 |
| Phone: |
706-534-1317 |
| Our gardens are designed for your comfort and pleasure in every season of the year. The 126 benches along the paths on the south side of the Valley Gardens invite you to sit, rest and let your senses take over.
Take a deep breath of fresh clean air scented with the natural fragrance of flowers and plants. Gaze around at the vast Fern Dell, thick with hundreds of varieties running almost a mile along a gentle stream. Don�t miss the aerial acrobatics of dragonflies zooming across the Japanese Gardens� seven ponds� before they rest � just for a second or two -- on the blooms of water iris.
A grove of soaring mature hardwoods shades The Arbor Caf� dining area. Listen to the birds sing and waterfalls splash as you bite into a sandwich made with fresh-baked artisan bread. Even the names are appetizing: Cranberry Walnut, Black Olive Asiago and Cheddar Jalapeno are just a few of the delicious choices. And, make sure to leave room for the best pound cake you�ve ever tasted.
Treat yourself to Gibbs Gardens. Less than an hour north of Atlanta, there�s no charge for parking. Trams -- $5 for a day pass -- will take you between the Welcome Center and Manor House Gardens and the Welcome Center and Japanese Gardens. There�s nothing like a day at Gibbs Gardens to renew your spirit and refresh your sense of wonder. |
| Location: |
1987 Gibbs Drive, Ball Ground, GA 30107 |
| Phone: |
770-893-1880 |
| Our Farm Store is open
September thru December Every Day 10 AM to 6 PM
January thru August Friday, Saturday and Sunday 10 AM to 6 PM
Come on over and visit with neighbors and make new friends. Every Saturday and Sunday the line starts early and before we know it we are having a social event as our friends share information, experiences, recipes, and stories. We have lots more information here at the store as well as unique opportunities to buy other locally grown, sustainable raised and grown products.
Some of our items:
Italian Sausage
Our own pork mixed with savory Italian seasoning.
Available in casing (like bratwurst) or in bulk (like our regular sausage).
Available beginning Sept. 8th.
Raw Sourwood Honey
From our neighbor`s hives; the same farm family that brings you spring wildflower honey.
Sadly, they lost nearly half of their hives this summer, so supplies are limited.
Beef Short Ribs
We`ve been doing these for a couple of months now....
just want to be sure everyone knows about them! |
| Location: |
2021 Homer Wright Road, Ellijay, Georgia |
| Phone: |
(706) 889-0999 |
| To support the preservation of the historic Tabor House, the Gilmer Historical Society opened a tearoom, gift shop, Civil War Library, and small museum in the 1870 house. We carry all the Gilmer County Genealogy books along with other local historical books of interest.The Tabor Tearoom is open Thursday-Saturday from 11-2 and Sunday Brunch 10-2. We are a not for profit facility, funds received from lunches, donations, and gift shop go to the maintenance of the facility.
Contact the Tabor Tearoom for you event or party which can be held Monday - Saturday. Groups up to 24 can be accommodated with sufficient notice. Call 706-276-1861 and leave a message. The Tabor Tearoom is located at 138 Spring St. in Ellijay, Georgia. The house is directly behind the courthouse, one block south of the round-a-bout. |
| Location: |
138 Spring St. in Ellijay, Georgia |
| Phone: |
706-276-1861 |
| Yoga Over Blue Ridge is a unique yoga studio in the North Georgia Mountains. The studio offers a fun and safe space for your practice as well as a hip little yogi boutique you won�t be able to resist. |
| Location: |
Blue Ridge |
| Grumpy Old Men Brewing was founded in October of 2012. Their brewery was founded by a couple of retired beer enthusiasts that went from brewing in an outdoor shower to opening their own Micro-Brewery located in Blue Ridge, Georgia. In 2018, the guys decided it was becoming too much work so they passed over their tap handles to another Grumpy Old Man & his Crabby Old Lady. The original grumpy old men are now enjoying their retirement from the other side of the bar, drinking awesome beer. |
| Location: |
Blue Ridge |
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| Location: |
71 River St, Ellijay, GA 30540 |
| Phone: |
(706) 273-5577 |
| Come experience the fall season at Burt�s farm in the secluded North Georgia Mountains where the only thing more beautiful than the fall foliage is the sea of orange created by thousands of Burt�s pumpkins. At Burt�s farm we have pumpkins that range from an eye popping 150 lbs. to a modest 1 lb. We grow thousands of pumpkins, so the selection is vast and the quantity is never ending. One of the most fascinating features of Burt�s farm is the impressive selection of every type of pumpkin, winter squash, gourds and fall decoration. Indian corn, cornstalks and hay bales are also in never ending supply at the farm. We also offer hayrides and fieldtrips pulled by our John Deere tractors that take you through a winding trail filled with nature and beauty. Don`t forget to check the "barn" store for Burts fresh baked pumpkin pie and pumpkin roll, candied popcorn and a whole assortmen of other goodies, also shop for Burt`s farm wear and other fall decorations. Please remember, no pets allowed. |
| Location: |
5 Burt's Farm Rd Dawsonville, Georgia 30534 |
| Phone: |
(706) 265-3701 |
| 18 hole mini golf course. Also serves hot and cold espresso, smoothies, tea, soft drinks, candy, chips and snacks. |
| Location: |
Blue Ridge, GA |
| Phone: |
706-946-1920 |
