If you are looking for a perfect place to reconnect with nature and each other then perhaps it is time to take a nice romantic getaway in North Georgia.
A perfect destination offering plenty of activities. You can spend time cuddling up by a fireplace in a cozy cabin, or hiking to a beautiful location for a romantic picnic. Those with adventure in their souls can take to the air or water for some adrenaline pumping activities. Or you can enjoy a 5 star candlelight dinner or a simple one under the stars.
Top 10 Romantic Things to do in North Georgia
Regardless of your style, or if you are newly in love or married for years, there are plenty of romantic things to do in North Georgia. Therefore if you are looking for some ideas on what to do, look no further because I am here to help. Here are my top 10 things to do in North Georgia for a romantic getaway.
1. Cuddle up in a Tiny House
I had the opportunity to stay in a beautiful tiny home in Blue Ridge, Georgia. It was a cozy mountaintop cabin with all the amenities needed for a romantic getaway in North Georgia.
This tiny cabin features a small kitchen with essentials including a French press coffee maker. Queen bed loft with super comfortable bed and linens. Gas fire pit and electric fireplace so you can cuddle up by the fire. Gorgeous bathroom with rain shower so you can feel pampered. And a beautiful porch with rocking chairs, overlooking the woods. For more features and pictures check them out here
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The best part is that you enjoy the peace and quiet that comes with being in the mountains while still being close to town. The cabin is only 10 – 15 min from Downtown Blue Ridge. Therefore, you can always head to town to pick up any essentials, do a little shopping or have a nice dinner out.
2. Go Waterfall Chasing
I don’t know about you but I find waterfalls to be very romantic. Fortunately, Northern Georgia has a vast number of waterfalls you can explore. So if you are looking for ideas on things to do on your romantic getaway in North Georgia then head outside and go chasing waterfalls. Here are few of the best waterfalls in North Georgia:
- Amicalola Falls: meaning tumbling waters in Cherokee is the tallest cascading waterfall in the South East USA. It is located in Amicalola Falls State park, which is one of Georgia’s most popular State parks.
- Helton Creek Falls: this is a popular easy trail near Vogel State Park and Helen. It leads to a pair of waterfalls that are a favorite with kids and families.
- Tallulah Falls (Hurricane Falls): stair intensive hike (about 1099 stairs) ending in the canyon where the waters tumble in a sheer drop over large boulders.
- Cherokee Falls and Hemlock Falls: located in Cloudland Canyon State park this is a stair intensive hike to two beautiful waterfalls.
- Anna Ruby Falls: where two waterfalls come together to become smith creek. The trail is on a paved path and there are two viewing platforms.
- Panther Creek Falls: a wide cascade with a sandy bank. It is a popular swimming spot in the summer.
- Minnehaha Falls: a popular short distance waterfall hike set in a valley of Lake Rabun. It is a beautiful multi-tiered waterfall.
- Long Creek Falls: surrounded by lush greenery in the forest and the trail has several great spots for a picnic.
3. Do Some Wine Tasting
No romantic getaway in North Georgia is complete without doing some wine tasting. The area has many great wineries to choose from.
If you don’t want to worry about planning, picking the wineries, or the driving then join a wine tour. There are several companies that offer this service. Don’t worry about a thing and let the experts take you to the best wineries in town. All you need to worry about is having a good time.
Alternatively pick one or more wineries to visit on your own and spend an afternoon sipping wine, having a fine meal and walking around the grounds.
Some wineries to consider on your romantic getaway in North Georgia:
- Montaluce: a beautiful Tuscan style retreat with great wine, gourmet food, and beautiful grounds.
- Engelheim Vineyards: their tasting menu is affordable you get 5 wines for $10
- Chateau Meichtry: this family owned vineyard sits at the foothill of the Appalachian Mountains. With indoor and outdoor seating and live music on the weekends.
- Fainiting goat vineyards: boutique vineyard is nestled up against the southeast side of Burnt Mountain in picturesque Pickens County. And yes they do have fainting goats on site.
- Bear Claw Vineyards: close to downtown Blue Ridge, Bear Claw produces and bottles its own wine on site.
- Wolf Mountain Vineyards: a hillside winery with incredible views they also offer a great Sunday brunch.
- Yonah Mountain Vineyards: this vineyard has a unique wine cave tour
Either way spending time at a winery is perfect for a romantic getaway in North Georgia.
4. Get Your Adrenaline Pumping & Explore the Great Outdoors
Another fun way to reconnect during your romantic getaway in North Georgia is to get your adrenaline pumping while exploring the great outdoors. Here are a few activities where you can connect and get your heart racing:
Zip Lining Adventure
On of the most fun things to do in North Georgia is to go on a zip line adventure. Feel the thrill as you soar through forest and over lakes. Some courses have suspension bridges and rope courses varying in duration, height and length. With some zip lines over 3,000 ft. long. Here are a few popular ones to choose from:
- Zip Line Canopy Tours of Blue Ridge – Website
- Blue Ridge Adventure Park – Website
- Ocoee River Ziplines – Website
- Amicalola Zipline and adventure park- Website
- Unicoi Zipline and aerial adventure – Website
Definitely add zip lining to your list of things to do in North Georgia during your romantic getaway.
Enjoy Time on the Water
If you and your partner prefer water activities then you are in luck. Your romantic getaway in North Georgia can include kayaking, white water rafting, paddle boarding and tubbing. These are usually seasonal activities so check with each outfitter for their schedule. Most usually run between April and October. Here are a few outfitters to consider:
- Appalachian Outfiters for river trips on a Canoe. They have several outposts for your adventure
- Blue Ridge Mountain Kayaking for kayaking the beautiful Toccoa river
- Ellijay River Outfitters for tubing or kayaking the beautiful waters of the Cartacay River
- Southeastern Expeditions for white water rafting on the Chattooga River
- North Georgia Paddling for SUP on Lake Renier check
Take to the Skies in a Balloon or Hang Glide
The scenery in North Georgia is certainly beautiful from the ground, but it is spectacular from the sky. Imagine taking your loved one on a unforgettable romantic balloon ride. Or perhaps feel your hearts pumping as you soar through the sky in a hang glider. Both of these are thrilling and romantic things to do in North Georgia, which will create memories to last a lifetime.
Go Horseback Riding
Is there anything more romantic than riding into a sunset on horseback? I think not, and North Georgia has a few options to make your romantic getaway even more memorable.
If you are looking for a special proposal then check out Appalachian Trail Rides. They have a very special proposal ride. They also offer a unique dinner ride where after your hour ride you head to their gazebo by the water, are severed a wonderful dinner all while listening to live music that is played by the campfire.
Some other horseback riding companies to consider:
Conquer a Mountain Together
There is just something magical about a beautiful summit view especially if it is shared with a loved one. I highly recommend conquering one of these mountains together on your romantic getaway to North Georgia:
- Yonah Mountain: This is not an easy hike but at a 3166 ft elevation the views are a great reward.
- Blood Mountain: this is part of the famed Appalachian Trail. It is actually the highest elevation on it at 4458 ft. Bring a picnic and enjoy it at the summit with some of the best views in Georgia.
- Fort Mountain: There are many trails in this State Park but I recommend the overlook trail. It is roughly 1.6 miles and offers incredible views from the wooden observation deck. It is a perfect place for a romantic sunset.
- Brasstown Bald: If you are looking for an easier hike with wonderful rewards then this is the one for you. At only about 1 mile (although it is pretty steep) the summit offers panoramic views. Elevation is 4784 ft and it is the highest natural point in Georgia. It is a great place to watch the sunrise.
5. Relax With a Couples Spa Day
One of the best things to do for a romantic getaway in North Georgia is to be pampered. Take time out just for the two of you and enjoy a couple’s massage at one of these incredible spas.
- Serenity in the Mountains: receive a spa treatment for two with a salt cave couples massage or a tree house massage.
- Dahlonega Spa Resort: indulge in a fabulous wine and chocolate transformative facial.
- Chateau Elan: the beautiful castle like resort that evokes the French countryside, offers an elegant and lavish couples Experience.
- Equani Spa at Brasstown Valley Resort: relax your worries away and feel the love with a hot stone couples massage.
6. Take in the Scenery Onboard the Blue Ridge Scenic Railway
Take a ride on the famous Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. Sit back, relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery as the train makes its way along the Toccoa River from Blue Ridge to McCaysville. Then disembark and walk hand in hand as you explore the border towns of McCaysville, Georgia, and Copperhill, Tennessee. Enjoy some shopping and have a glass of wine and some food by the river before embarking on the return journey to Blue Ridge. This is definitely one of the most romantic things to do in Blue Ridge Georgia.
7. Enjoy Some Fine Dining
Let’s face it sometimes we just don’t want to cook. And with the great restaurants available in North Georgia you really do not have to. So if you do not feel like cooking, a nice diner out will make your romantic getaway in North Georgia complete.
Best Restaurants for a Romantic Meal
- Harvest on Main in Blue Ridge, GA
- Black Sheep Restaurant in Blue Ridge, GA
- Toccoa Riverside Restaurant in Blue Ridge, GA
- Fortify Kitchen and Bar in Clayton, GA
- Glen Ella Springs in Clarkesville, GA
Enjoy a Fun Food Tour
Can’t decide where to eat? Then let the local experts decide for you and sign up for one of the fun food tours by Blue Ridge Mountain Food Tours. They will take you on a culinary tour with 5 to 6 stops where you will get to sample some amazing cuisine.
Picnic on your Romantic Getaway in North Georgia
The North Georgia Mountains have some beautiful spots for a romantic picnic. It is the perfect opportunity to pick up some fresh local items and find a spot by a waterfall, at the top of a mountain or even at a vineyard to enjoy some romantic time together.
When considering items for a picnic I like to have variety. I suggest picking up some deli items like good cheese, hard salami or prosciutto to go with some fresh bread. Add in some olives, artichokes, sun dried tomatoes. Have some fresh fruit or dried fruits and some chips on the side. And don’t forget something sweet – cider donuts, fried pies, cookies. Then you will pair it with some wine or hard cider. Check out Crossroads Grocery in Ellijay or the quaint grocery store Betty’s for some picnic items.
You can also pick up readymade sandwiches, or fried chicken and salads, some smoked salmon or barbeque from a restaurant or a grocery store.
Some good spots for a picnic are Warwoman Dell, which was named the “Best picnic spot in Georgia” by Southern Living Magazine. The Stovall Mill Covered Bridge, which is near a General store where you can purchase a picnic lunch. Unicoi State Park and Anna Ruby Falls have picnic tables.
8. Stroll Through an Orchard
You can take the apple of your eye and stroll through an orchard like B.J. Reece, R&A, Mericer or Hillcrest. Then pick your own apples, peaches, or any other fruit that is in season. If you rather not pick your own, check out the orchards stores for fresh fruit, fried pies, cider, wine and more.
9. See a Movie Under The Stars.
Retro and romantic!!! Bring pillows and blankets to cuddle and watch a movie under the stars at the Swan Drive in Theater in Blue Ridge, GA. Click here to check out what is playing, dates and times for the movies.
10. Visit Charming Small Towns
Weather you enjoy antiquing, coffee shops, boutiques or museums be sure to visit the charming small towns in North Georgia. Some of the one I would recommend for your romantic getaway in North Georgia are:
- Helen: a popular and charming Bavarian style town with great festivals, dinning and access to outdoor activities like hiking and tubing.
- Dahlonega: site of the first major Gold Rush in the USA. Charming town has gold history attractions, dinning, art and boutiques. It is also near many great wineries.
- Blue Ridge: ranked in Southern Living Magazine as one of 2020’s South’s Best Mountain Towns. Small town charm with a great mix of new and old. Lots of dinning, shops and the famous Blue Ridge Scenic Railway. E
- Ellijay: historic downtown with antique shops, coffee shops, and dinning. Access to orchards and wineries.
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