6 Activities
Gardens and Biblical History in La Grange
Starts from
Atlanta
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Activities
6
Duration
11 hrs 5 min
Length
31 mi
Guide details
Starts from
Atlanta
Transportation
By Car
Guidance
Self-Guided
Duration
11 hrs 5 min
Length
31 mi
- Natural Attractions
- Family-Friendly
Sucheta Rawal
Travel Expert
- Stroll through two of the most beautiful gardens near Atlanta.
- See the largest collection of biblical artifacts outside of Israel.
- Swim and slide at an indoor water park.
- Eat world-famous hot dogs.
This trip is designed for active adventurers who want a little bit of history, culture, food and nature—all packed in one day. You will start by visiting some of the most spectacular family-owned gardens in Georgia, where you can admire flowering blooms in every season.
Then you will stroll through the progressive small town of LaGrange, where you will shop for antique from all over the world, and have lunch at one of the most iconic family diners, intact with all-American memorabilia. You will also get to see a unique museum that contains rare biblical artifacts, and maybe even try some dishes from ancient times!
And if you still have some energy to burn off, take some thrills at an indoor water park, or simply lay by the heated pool and destress. This trip is great for families and kids.
Then you will stroll through the progressive small town of LaGrange, where you will shop for antique from all over the world, and have lunch at one of the most iconic family diners, intact with all-American memorabilia. You will also get to see a unique museum that contains rare biblical artifacts, and maybe even try some dishes from ancient times!
And if you still have some energy to burn off, take some thrills at an indoor water park, or simply lay by the heated pool and destress. This trip is great for families and kids.
Categories
- Natural Attractions
- Family-Friendly
This trip is designed for active adventurers who want a little bit of history, culture, food and nature—all packed in one day. You will start by visiting some of the most spectacular family-owned gardens in Georgia, where you can admire flowering blooms in every season.
Then you will stroll through the progressive small town of LaGrange, where you will shop for antique from all over the world, and have lunch at one of the most iconic family diners, intact with all-American memorabilia. You will also get to see a unique museum that contains rare biblical artifacts, and maybe even try some dishes from ancient times!
And if you still have some energy to burn off, take some thrills at an indoor water park, or simply lay by the heated pool and destress. This trip is great for families and kids.
Then you will stroll through the progressive small town of LaGrange, where you will shop for antique from all over the world, and have lunch at one of the most iconic family diners, intact with all-American memorabilia. You will also get to see a unique museum that contains rare biblical artifacts, and maybe even try some dishes from ancient times!
And if you still have some energy to burn off, take some thrills at an indoor water park, or simply lay by the heated pool and destress. This trip is great for families and kids.
Sucheta Rawal
Travel Expert
- Stroll through two of the most beautiful gardens near Atlanta.
- See the largest collection of biblical artifacts outside of Israel.
- Swim and slide at an indoor water park.
- Eat world-famous hot dogs.
Day Itinerary
6 Activities
Day 1
31 mi
Explore Gardens, Water Parks, and Biblical Artifacts Near Atlanta
This day trip is for nature lovers, but there's shopping, dining and a family-friendly water park too! Head an hour south from Atlanta towards the small town of LaGrange. On the way, you will visit two of the most beautiful and historic gardens in the southeast. You will also get to taste some of the best hot dogs in the state, visit an upcoming craft brewery, and witness one of the largest collections of Middle Eastern artifacts in the US.
Callaway Resort & Gardens
Filled with over 2500 acres of beautiful natural gardens, you can stroll around, hike, bike, play golf, fish, or simply relax at one of the largest gardens in the southeast U.S. Make sure to stop at the Discovery Center, Birds of Prey shows, Memorial Chapel, and the Butterfly Center.
Check the calendar to see if they have special displays or events going on, typically around spring, Thanksgiving and Christmas. If you stay overnight at the lodge or cottages at the resort, admission to the gardens is free.
Book activities and workshops through their website directly.
Check the calendar to see if they have special displays or events going on, typically around spring, Thanksgiving and Christmas. If you stay overnight at the lodge or cottages at the resort, admission to the gardens is free.
Book activities and workshops through their website directly.
20.4 mi
30 min
Charlie Joseph's Downtown
For lunchtime head over to Charlie Joseph's for their world-famous hot dogs. The small, family-owned, nostalgic diner-style establishment has been around in LaGrange since 1920. It's worth checking out the interior as well, which is covered with Coca-Cola memorabilia and a friendly atmosphere.
After lunch, walk around the local boutiques and antique stores in downtown, where you can shop for unique clothing, artifacts, vintage pieces, and furniture. Make sure to stop at Marketplace—the largest antique store in the area, Solomon's Department Store that sells adventure clothing and footwear brands (such as Columbia, Patagonia, Life is Good, The North Face), and Plum Southern for home decor and accessories.
After lunch, walk around the local boutiques and antique stores in downtown, where you can shop for unique clothing, artifacts, vintage pieces, and furniture. Make sure to stop at Marketplace—the largest antique store in the area, Solomon's Department Store that sells adventure clothing and footwear brands (such as Columbia, Patagonia, Life is Good, The North Face), and Plum Southern for home decor and accessories.
1.3 mi
5 min
Hills & Dales Estate
Spend the afternoon strolling through a beautiful 13,000-square-foot historic home and its surrounding 19th-century gardens. Depending on the season, you will see manicured terraces adorned with rose bowers, dwarf boxwood parterres, and different kinds of blooms.
Book a guided tour of the Hills and Dales Estate house to see the interior decor and learn about the Callaway family's legacy of stewardship and horticulture. There's also a cute gift shop where you can purchase plants, books and Georgia products.
Admission to the gardens and home can be purchased together or separately at the door or online at the official web-site.
Book a guided tour of the Hills and Dales Estate house to see the interior decor and learn about the Callaway family's legacy of stewardship and horticulture. There's also a cute gift shop where you can purchase plants, books and Georgia products.
Admission to the gardens and home can be purchased together or separately at the door or online at the official web-site.
2.4 mi
10 min
Biblical History Center
This small unique indoor and outdoor museum is one of the few places outside Israel where you can see over 250 genuine artifacts from ancient Middle East.
On loan from the Israeli Antiquity Authority, the exhibits include pottery, ceramics, and tools, as well as a life-size recreation of a biblical village displayed in the Archeological Replica Garden. The center also hosts live reenactments, a four-course biblical lunch, and a shepherd's bread-making experience, so check the schedule ahead of your trip.
You have an option to do a self-guided or a guided tour; find out more information at the official web-site.
On loan from the Israeli Antiquity Authority, the exhibits include pottery, ceramics, and tools, as well as a life-size recreation of a biblical village displayed in the Archeological Replica Garden. The center also hosts live reenactments, a four-course biblical lunch, and a shepherd's bread-making experience, so check the schedule ahead of your trip.
You have an option to do a self-guided or a guided tour; find out more information at the official web-site.
4.3 mi
10 min
Wild Leap Brew Co.
Take a rest at the outdoor courtyard at Wild Leap overlooking downtown LaGrange. You can visit the tasting room (located in a restored historic building) and taste some locally made craft beer, vodka and handcrafted cocktails. On weekends, there's a lively atmosphere with live music, outdoor games and food trucks.
Wild Leap was named “Best New Brewery of 2019” by USAToday’s 10 Best Readers Choice Awards, so you know the beer is going to be good!
Wild Leap was named “Best New Brewery of 2019” by USAToday’s 10 Best Readers Choice Awards, so you know the beer is going to be good!
3.1 mi
10 min
Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
End your fun-filled day at Great Wolf Lodge, where you can slide and swim in a 93,000-square-foot, indoor, temperature-regulated water park. A day pass includes access to ropes courses, mini-golf, bowling, a MagiQuest adventure, a climbing wall, and a gaming arcade for hours of thrilling adventures. Once the water park closes at 8pm, you can grab dinner at the rustic Barnwood restaurant located onsite, or stay overnight at the family-friendly lodge.
Make reservations for day passes through their website.
Make reservations for day passes through their website.