It’s easy to get stuck in a rut on a college campus. With dining options, a gym, your friends, and all your classes, there’s practically no need to ever leave the Emory area. Or even if you want to explore, there’s so much to see in Atlanta alone! However, if you’re looking to shake things up, you should consider a road trip somewhere for the weekend? Check out the destinations below, all within a 5-hour drive from Atlanta!
1. Savannah, GA
Time: ~4 hours out of Atlanta
Highlights: Architecture, the coast
Must-sees: City Market, Savannah River Street, Savannah Historic District, Forsyth Park
2. Charleston, SC
Time: ~5 hours out of Atlanta
Highlights: Culinary tours, breweries, plantations, the coast
Must-sees: The Battery, Rainbow Row, Waterfront Park
3. Charlotte, NC
Time: ~4 hours out of Atlanta
Highlights: Distilleries, vineyards, gardens
Must-sees: Charlotte Rail Trail
4. Asheville, NC
Time: ~3 hours out of Atlanta
Highlights: Live music, breweries
Must-sees: Biltmore Estate
5. Nashville, TN
Time: ~4 hours out of Atlanta
Highlights: Country music
Must-sees: Broadway, Honkey Tonk, Pancake Pantry
Let’s get exploring!