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Eat at a Michelin-starredrestaurantor sit down to a plate of no-frills, slow-smokedbarbecue.
Go on a long hike in the woods or explore a contemporary artmuseum.
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Engage in a little retail therapy or buy tickets to a live show.
When it comes to the South’s Best Cities, the options are endless.
One thing they all have in common: a hearty helping of Southern hospitality.
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So what are you waiting for?
Pack your bags, book that flight (or load up the car), and get going.
These top-notch Southern cities are more than ready to welcome you in.
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The survey was fielded from July 12 to August 23, 2023, and had over 20,000 respondents.
Walk the cobblestoned streets that are lined with locally owned boutiques, delicious restaurants, and charming storefronts.
Folks come for the art and outdoor pursuits, including world-class mountain biking.
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Don’t leave without a box of treats for the ride or flight home from craft chocolatier Condor Chocolates.
Outdoor time can be spent at the Daniel Stowe Botanical Garden or Little Sugar Creek Greenway.
The distinction was earned in large part because there’s so much to see and do here.
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Stanbury,Poole’s Diner, and The Pit should be at the top of your list.
Shop wares from local artisans, explore the brewery scene, and take a leisurely paddle on the lake.
Don’t leave without trying the city’s signature dish: a breakfast taco doused in hot sauce.
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Often referred to as the Capital of the South, Atlanta’s greatest strength lies in its incredible diversity.
Every day brings an entirely new adventure.
Greenville is at the center of everything.
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you’re able to be inAshevillein an hour, Atlanta in two, and Charleston in three.
New Orleans, Louisiana
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There’s no place quite like New Orleans.
Each of these activities (and a million more) are rights of passage in the Crescent City.
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The scenic riverfront is speckled with old-fashioned candy shops (pralines and salt water taffy, anyone?
), cozy bookstores, and whimsical boutiques.
Moss-draped oaks and stately Georgian architecture complete the Pinterest-perfect picture in this beloved locale.
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Charleston, South Carolina
What is there to say about Charleston that hasn’t been said before?
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