Maggie & Chris
Maggie & Chris
Things to Do
We have compiled a list of our favorite places for you to explore during your time in Athens, the Classic City. Most of these options are downtown, which is a short walk from the hotel accommodation. Within each option, we have listed why it is a favorite of ours. There are also 2 very special spots that we even stopped by prior to the North Campus Proposal.
~Visit "The Proposal" Spot~
We got engaged on January 23, 2021 in front of the Chapel located on UGA's historic North Campus. This spot is a short walk from the hotel. Click the link above to find the exact location, which is just past UGA's iconic Arch.
~Enjoy UGA's Campus~
For guests staying in downtown Athens, you are just a short walk from UGA's Campus. We recommend making time to see the Arch, North Campus, and Sanford Stadium while you are in town.
~Grab a Drink~
Jittery Joe's Coffee
Stop by our favorite coffee shop in the morning or for a midday pick-me-up. You'll find the orange coffee cup from the proposal pictures here :)
Creature Comforts Downtown Taproom and Brewery
This is the top taproom in town (and possibly the world). Stop-by for a post-travel-day drink! Fun fact - Creature Comforts plans to open their next taproom in Los Angeles. Also, one of their brews, Tropicalia, was featured in the hit film, The Avengers.
~Grab a Meal~
Athens Bagel Company
This is the home of the best bagel sandwiches in Athens. Stop-by for breakfast or lunch to fuel-up for the day. We were just finishing our favorite bagels when Chris popped the question.
Chris' s order: Jalapeno-Cheddar bagel with scrambled egg, cream cheese, and bacon
Maggie's order: Asiago Cheese bagel with scrambled egg and sundried tomato cream cheese
South Kitchen + Bar
This option offers some of the heartiest dinners in the Classic City. You also may want to plan to stop-by for a post-wedding brunch on Saturday or Sunday (10am-3pm) before leaving town.
Ted's Most Best
This is a crowd-pleasing option with lots of artisan pizzas made to order. This is a place where you order first and then find a seat either indoors or outside in their spacious patio seating.
~Enjoy the Botanical Gardens~
Getting into town prior to the Wedding? Feel free to visit the Wedding Venue site pre-ceremony to view the beautiful gardens. There are both indoor and outdoor gardens to explore. Learn more here.
