The Top Attractions in Helen, GA

This year, join the town’s brat-loving locals at one of the biggest Helen, GA, attractions, Oktoberfest! As the longest-running Oktoberfest in the United States, this downtown Helen event has all your German favorites including live bands, scrumptious food, and beer! Feel free to sit back and enjoy some delicious German potato salad or grab your partner and master The Waltz on the dance floor. The ‘fest is open every day between September and November, so you’ll have plenty of opportunities to put on your Lederhosen and have a fun-filled day on the town. 

When you’re in the area, be sure to go on a cave tour at Yonah Mountain Winery, a favorite of residents and visitors alike. During this 90-minute walking tour and tasting, guests can try three exclusive, unreleased wines and tour the only known wine caves in Georgia. The best part? The backdrop is North Georgia’s picturesque mountainside. You’ll finish the tour by sampling six wines and take home your keepsake wine glass. It’s the perfect way to spend an afternoon with loved ones and friends! 

Located in the heart of North Georgia’s Wine Country, Habersham Winery is open daily for wine tastings. Here, guests can watch the fascinating winemaking process through viewing windows and sample a large selection of Georgia-grown wines. The tasting room also features a gift shop with gourmet foods, cheeses, and specialty items from around the world. 

The weather in the North Georgia mountains is ideal, and there’s no better way to enjoy it than visiting a farm with friends and family. On a Hardman Farm Tour at the Sautee Nacoochee Historic Site, you’ll learn the fascinating history and secrets of the 145-year-old site. Guests are welcome to take a scheduled tour of the main house and grounds. Be sure to wear appropriate clothing and footwear! You’ll be spending some time outside in the fresh Georgia air. 

Surrounded by the beauty of the Chattahoochee National Forest, the 40.6-mile Russell-Brasstown Scenic Byway winds through the valleys of the southern Appalachian Mountains. It’s the perfect place for sightseeing, hiking to Dukes Creek Falls, and capturing breathtaking photos! You’ll enjoy expansive vistas at several scenic overlooks and see North Georgia from a bird’s-eye view. The scenic byway is a stunning attraction that will make you feel one with nature. 

• Hike, bike, and swim at Unicoi State Park 
• Shoot the Hooch in a tube on the Chattahoochee River 
• Tee off at a popular North Georgia golf course