There is a small Georgia town outside of Atlanta that deserves much more recognition that it receives. If you’re looking for a weekend away in Georgia, or if you need to step away from city life for a few days and relax and rejuvenate, then we have the perfect place to do it. Welcome to the beautiful and diverse town of Clarkston, Georgia, and here are 10 reasons why you should visit.
- The natural beauty…
Flickr Shawn Taylor While Clarkston, Georgia might be small, it makes up for it in beauty. A small town with stunning landscapes, you can capture a bit of nature no matter the season you visit.
- The delicious food…
TripAdvisor management Clarkston has a nice collection of delicious food options throughout, that while tasty also won’t break the bank. Good Time Country Home Cooking for example, serves up a simple breakfast at one heck of a price tag.
- The young and hip Mayor…
Facebook City of Clarkston, GA Government You might recognize the young mayor of Clarkston as the man who was just featured on the second season of Netflix’s Queer Eye For The Straight Guy. Not only is Mayor Edward “Ted” Terry young and hip, but he also loves his job and the town in which he represents.
- The way the town cares…
Facebook City of Clarkston, GA Government When you love your town as much as Clarkston does, it shows. Which means that the love and attention is reflected in everything the government does, but also through the residents in order to take care of their home.
- The bevy of things to do…
Facebook City of Clarkston, GA Government Sure, Clarkston is small, but that doesn’t mean they are lacking in events or activities. You’ll find the small town festivals and activities that are the bread and butter of this community.
- The weekend activities…
Facebook City of Clarkston, GA Government Weekends are for enjoyment and Clarkston knows how to do weekends right. Visiting during the right weekend can completely elevate your entire experience.
- The variety of restaurants…
Facebook Royal Myanmar Cuisine Clarkston has a welcomed variety of food options, not just your standard Southern fare. Get ready for a bevy of cultural cuisine from Myanmar all the way to American pub fare.
- The flourishing culture…
Facebook City of Clarkston, GA Government Something that unites the people of Clarkston well is that they all are from different areas of the world. Clarkston is one of the most culturally diverse towns in the state, which means cultural activities are a’plenty.
- The historic and architecture…
Facebook City of Clarkston, GA Government Just walking around the 1.4 square miles of town you’ll find a collection of history and architecture that is worth stopping to enjoy. I mean really, what else would you expect from a town that is over 130 years old?
- The proximity to the capital city…
Flickr Richard Cawood Visiting Clarkston ultimately means you have it all: small town vibes where you can get a true sense of community, but also you’re close enough to Atlanta to have a huge city at your disposal. It’s a win-win.
Have you ever visited Clarkston, Georgia before? Share with us some of your favorite parts in the comments section! Otherwise, if you’re looking for other unique trips to take in the state, then check out the wine and waterfalls road trip in Georgia.
Flickr Shawn Taylor
While Clarkston, Georgia might be small, it makes up for it in beauty. A small town with stunning landscapes, you can capture a bit of nature no matter the season you visit.
TripAdvisor management
Clarkston has a nice collection of delicious food options throughout, that while tasty also won’t break the bank. Good Time Country Home Cooking for example, serves up a simple breakfast at one heck of a price tag.
Facebook City of Clarkston, GA Government
You might recognize the young mayor of Clarkston as the man who was just featured on the second season of Netflix’s Queer Eye For The Straight Guy. Not only is Mayor Edward “Ted” Terry young and hip, but he also loves his job and the town in which he represents.
When you love your town as much as Clarkston does, it shows. Which means that the love and attention is reflected in everything the government does, but also through the residents in order to take care of their home.
Sure, Clarkston is small, but that doesn’t mean they are lacking in events or activities. You’ll find the small town festivals and activities that are the bread and butter of this community.
Weekends are for enjoyment and Clarkston knows how to do weekends right. Visiting during the right weekend can completely elevate your entire experience.
Facebook Royal Myanmar Cuisine
Clarkston has a welcomed variety of food options, not just your standard Southern fare. Get ready for a bevy of cultural cuisine from Myanmar all the way to American pub fare.
Something that unites the people of Clarkston well is that they all are from different areas of the world. Clarkston is one of the most culturally diverse towns in the state, which means cultural activities are a’plenty.
Just walking around the 1.4 square miles of town you’ll find a collection of history and architecture that is worth stopping to enjoy. I mean really, what else would you expect from a town that is over 130 years old?
Flickr Richard Cawood
Visiting Clarkston ultimately means you have it all: small town vibes where you can get a true sense of community, but also you’re close enough to Atlanta to have a huge city at your disposal. It’s a win-win.
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