This small Georgia town is a charming weekend getaway.
What started as a railroad town was eventually made famous thanks to the silver screen.
Discover how to spend a weekend in Senoia, Georgia.
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Getting There
Located southwest ofAtlanta, minutes off of I-85, Senoia is easily accessible.
Opt for a day trip or stay a few nights.
Once you arrive, you could easily park your car and walk almost anywhere you gotta go.
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Pause at the postcard station which showcases mail from the now-shuttered post office.
Select a postcard to read about town life.
The large projector was used for the production of Fried Green Tomatoesand later as a prop inThe Walking Dead.
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Rotating vendors such as The Bitters Reality and Brewers Fire sell bitters and hot sauce respectively.
Most stalls accept credit cards, but its smart to have cash on hand.
Shop Around Town
Browse boutiques on Main Street for local flavors and personality.
Bistro Hilary.Credit:Monica Gaddy
Olivia James Apparel has streamlined womens styles while Dang!
Thats Crazy is worth a spin to peruse oddities, knickknacks, andThe Walking Deadproduction clothing and props.
Take a Walking Tour
Embark on the Senoia historic homes walking tour which makes over 50 stops.
On the journey, youll see meticulously cared for, and in some cases, restored residences.
Completed in 1910, the corner beauty served as the Threadgoode home in the film.
For even more behind-the-scenes lore, book an experience withGeorgia Tour Co.
Choose from one of several themed tours covering scoop and configs ranging fromStranger Thingsto the Marvel universe.
Depending on your fandom, there are walking, golf cart, and even bus excursions.
All tours depart from Main Street in Senioa.
It has a menu of burgers and Southern-inspired entrees such as pimiento mac and cheese topped with brisket.
Mess Hall, just a few doors down, is Senoias micro food hall.
The scene stealer, however, isBistro Hilary.
Helmed by chef Hilary White, the restaurant is a high-end French and American-inspired bistro.
Spatchcock Cornish hen, beef bourguignon, and trout meuniere amandine round out the menu.
Vegetarians will delight in the farm-inspired, seasonal vegetable plate.
Where to Stay
After a day in town, kick up your feet atThe Veranda Inn.
The hotel was built in 1906 as a way to encouragetrain travelersto stay a few days to experience Senoia.
It has remained an inn since its inception and has ten guest rooms.
Margaret Mitchell reportedly conducted interviews here during her research when writingGone with the Wind.
Southern hospitality at its finest.
