Classic City Cottage Guide to Athens
Food scene
Just a 10 minute walk from our home in the heart of 5 Points. Grab a pint and some fish and chips in this classic, homey English Pub while enjoying some Football or relaxing on their porch.
73 locals recommend
The Royal Peasant
1675 S Lumpkin StJust a 10 minute walk from our home in the heart of 5 Points. Grab a pint and some fish and chips in this classic, homey English Pub while enjoying some Football or relaxing on their porch.
A funky Latin indoor/outdoor restaurant 1 mile from our AirBnB with delicious, authentic tacos, burritos, and empanadas. This place is cash only- and you can BYOB for $2!
148 locals recommend
Cali N Tito's
1427 S Lumpkin StA funky Latin indoor/outdoor restaurant 1 mile from our AirBnB with delicious, authentic tacos, burritos, and empanadas. This place is cash only- and you can BYOB for $2!
Founded in Athens, this order-at-the-counter chain has classic, delicious burritos, bowls, and salsa bar. Their guacamole is out of this world!
15 locals recommend
Barberitos Southwestern Grille & Cantina
1739 S Lumpkin StFounded in Athens, this order-at-the-counter chain has classic, delicious burritos, bowls, and salsa bar. Their guacamole is out of this world!
Located in 5 Points, this small bakery has fresh made breads, locally roasted coffee, and a small selection of pastries/breakfast items.
69 locals recommend
Independent Baking Co
1625 S Lumpkin StLocated in 5 Points, this small bakery has fresh made breads, locally roasted coffee, and a small selection of pastries/breakfast items.
Southern cooking with a contemporary twist. Open for dinner every night, with brunch on the weekends. Don't miss this spot! It's worth the wait.
153 locals recommend
Last Resort Grill
174-184 W Clayton StSouthern cooking with a contemporary twist. Open for dinner every night, with brunch on the weekends. Don't miss this spot! It's worth the wait.
The best biscuit you will ever have, with plenty of sweet and savory breakfast options. This place is popular- get there early or call ahead for reservations!
154 locals recommend
Mama's Boy Restaurant
197 Oak StreetThe best biscuit you will ever have, with plenty of sweet and savory breakfast options. This place is popular- get there early or call ahead for reservations!
Trappeze Pub
269 N Hull StBeverages
This place has local and international beer, wine, liquor, and cigars as well as any last minute tailgating items (and kegs) you might need. Gotta love their motto: "No fake I.D's, no Crybabies." Check them out!
33 locals recommend
Five Points Bottle Shop
1655 S Lumpkin StThis place has local and international beer, wine, liquor, and cigars as well as any last minute tailgating items (and kegs) you might need. Gotta love their motto: "No fake I.D's, no Crybabies." Check them out!
Born and bred in Athens, GA, this coffee shop has all you need to get your caffeine fix. There are several shops across town, but this one is just a 10 minute walk in the heart of 5 Points.
131 locals recommend
Jittery Joe's Coffee
1230 S Milledge AveBorn and bred in Athens, GA, this coffee shop has all you need to get your caffeine fix. There are several shops across town, but this one is just a 10 minute walk in the heart of 5 Points.
Located downtown in former Snow's Tires shop, this brewery has high quality, creative and delicious brews in a light and airy indoor/outdoor space. Check out their Farmers Market on Wednesday nights April-November.
149 locals recommend
Creature Comforts Downtown Taproom and Brewery
271 W Hancock AveLocated downtown in former Snow's Tires shop, this brewery has high quality, creative and delicious brews in a light and airy indoor/outdoor space. Check out their Farmers Market on Wednesday nights April-November.
Take a tour or enjoy a tasting at Athens' original brewery. Their large outdoor space has plenty of seating, is pet friendly, and equipped with games!
68 locals recommend
Terrapin Beer Company
265 Newton Bridge RdTake a tour or enjoy a tasting at Athens' original brewery. Their large outdoor space has plenty of seating, is pet friendly, and equipped with games!
An low-key indoor/outdoor coffee shop on Prince Avenue with local art on the walls- great for studying, listening to live music, or grabbing and a drink with friends in the afternoon.
64 locals recommend
Hendershots Coffee
237 Prince AveAn low-key indoor/outdoor coffee shop on Prince Avenue with local art on the walls- great for studying, listening to live music, or grabbing and a drink with friends in the afternoon.
Sightseeing
A free zoo only 0.5 miles from the AirBnB? Yes please! This wildlife rehabilitation facility and native wildlife zoo is home to black bears, bobcats, owls, and many other species of wild, free-living animals.
23 locals recommend
Bear Hollow Zoo
A free zoo only 0.5 miles from the AirBnB? Yes please! This wildlife rehabilitation facility and native wildlife zoo is home to black bears, bobcats, owls, and many other species of wild, free-living animals.
Just a 5 minute drive down Milledge Ave., this 313-acre garden has walking paths and education programs for kids & adults. The chapel there is also a popular wedding venue.
135 locals recommend
The State Botanical Garden of Georgia
2450 S Milledge AveJust a 5 minute drive down Milledge Ave., this 313-acre garden has walking paths and education programs for kids & adults. The chapel there is also a popular wedding venue.
Miles of wooded trails around Lake Herrick as well as several fields open to the public. On football game days there is tailgating and free parking with a shuttle to/from the stadium (make sure to get your car within 3 hours after the game!).
Intramural Fields
Miles of wooded trails around Lake Herrick as well as several fields open to the public. On football game days there is tailgating and free parking with a shuttle to/from the stadium (make sure to get your car within 3 hours after the game!).
Check out the beautiful architecture on University of Georgia's North Campus. Here you can find classic campus staples including The Arch, Chapel Bell, and Herty Field- all across the street from downtown Athens!
18 locals recommend
North Campus Quad
Check out the beautiful architecture on University of Georgia's North Campus. Here you can find classic campus staples including The Arch, Chapel Bell, and Herty Field- all across the street from downtown Athens!
Located on UGA's campus across the street from Sanford Stadium, this bookstore has all the Georgia gear you could ever need! And school supplies, too :)
96 locals recommend
University of Georgia
Herty DriveLocated on UGA's campus across the street from Sanford Stadium, this bookstore has all the Georgia gear you could ever need! And school supplies, too :)