Classic City Cottage Guide to Athens

Meagan
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.
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The Royal Peasant
1675 S Lumpkin St
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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.
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!
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Cali N Tito's
1427 S Lumpkin St
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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!
Founded in Athens, this order-at-the-counter chain has classic, delicious burritos, bowls, and salsa bar. Their guacamole is out of this world!
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Barberitos Southwestern Grille & Cantina
1739 S Lumpkin St
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Founded 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.
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Independent Baking Co
1625 S Lumpkin St
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Located 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.
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Last Resort Grill
174-184 W Clayton St
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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.
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!
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Mama's Boy Restaurant
197 Oak Street
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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!
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Trappeze Pub
269 N Hull St
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Beverages

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!
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Five Points Bottle Shop
1655 S Lumpkin St
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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!
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.
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Jittery Joe's Coffee
1230 S Milledge Ave
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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.
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.
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Creature Comforts Downtown Taproom and Brewery
271 W Hancock Ave
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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.
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!
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Terrapin Beer Company
265 Newton Bridge Rd
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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!
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.
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Hendershots Coffee
237 Prince Ave
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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.

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.
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Bear Hollow Zoo
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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.
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The State Botanical Garden of Georgia
2450 S Milledge Ave
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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.
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!
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North Campus Quad
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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 :)
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University of Georgia
Herty Drive
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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 :)