Things to Do While Visiting Your Loved One at The Haven at Cedar Shoals

Whether you’re local to the area, or visiting for a weekend, there’s lots to experience here in Athens, Georgia! Home to the University of Georgia, and not far from The Haven at Cedar Shoals, the rich culture of Athens awaits. There’s something for everyone to enjoy!

Arts & Culture

As a university town, Athens is bursting with arts and culture, boasting many theaters, museums, and galleries. Visit the Porcelain and Decorative Arts Museum, UGA Special Collections, Georgia Museum of Art, the Georgia Music Collections from UGA, the Athens Institute for Contemporary Art, and more!

You can learn more about arts and culture programming here.

Explore Outdoors

If you’re looking for opportunities to explore the great outdoors – you’re in luck! Athens is home to several parks and gardens! Visit the State Botanical Garden of Georgia at UGA, Sandy Creek Nature Center, Firefly Trail, or Memorial Park & Bear Hollow Zoo!

For information on outdoor experiences in Athens, click here.

Athens’ Food Scene

The food scene in Athens is incredible! Enjoy soul food with a side of local music history at Weaver D’s Delicious Fine Foods downtown; check out the barbeque scene at Dawg Gone Good BBQ or Tamez Barbeque; or grab a burger at Clocked! Looking for a shaded patio environment? Check out Big City Bread, known for breakfast, fresh sandwiches, and daily specials!

To learn more about the amazing food in Athens, visit here.

Offering a range of history, arts, great food, family fun and more – there is something for everyone in Athens, Georgia. To learn more about the wealth of opportunities awaiting you, check out Visit Athens today!