Things to do in Covington, Georgia When You’re Passing Through

Covington, Georgia is the halfway point for a lot of vacations. If you’re traveling down to the Florida beaches or to Walt Disney World, Covington is the perfect place for you to stop and visit. It is easy to spend a day in the Hollywood of the South. These are our top break day recommendations of things to do in Covington, Georgia

Start your day off with our Walk of Stars tour. You can pick up a free guide at the Newton County Visitors Center. Then you can walk around our historic downtown square and see all of our stars.
After you’ve enjoyed your leisurely stroll try a one-of-a-kind lunch at Plain Nuts. This café is located right off of the Covington Square. They have the best Tomato Soup. You can never go wrong with ordering it!
If you have daughters with you, walk right next door to Shelvie Jean Boutique. This trendy boutique has the perfect piece to finish any outfit. Plus you will get to return home with a unique clothing item.
However, if your family is more of the adventurous type, you can try out our Go- Kart track! Atlanta Gran Prix Karting is open Monday-Saturday from 12:00PM-8:00PM. It is only $20 for a 10-minute session. That averages out to about 16-19 laps. If you’re looking to relieve stress after a long drive, Go-Karting is definitely the thing to do for you!
Finally, you can finish off your day eating at the Mystic Grill. You can enjoy a traditional southern dinner. Plus if you’re a The Vampire Diaries fan you can eat where they have actually shot some show scenes! After enjoying your dinner, you can head up to the rooftop. Sometimes there is live entertainment that is sure to help you create an unforgettable night.

You can stay in one of our comfortable hotels, and wake up ready to go in the morning completely refreshed. Next time you’re heading somewhere on vacation, don’t forget to stop in Covington, Georgia. You can try out some of our things to do and de-stress from your ride!

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