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Villa Rica / ˌ v ɪ l ə ˈ r ɪ k ə / (Spanish, Italian, and Portuguese translation: Rich Village) is a city in Carroll and Douglas counties in the U.S. state of Georgia. Villa Rica is placed in the Atlanta metropolitan area. Additionally, there are unincorporated areas in Paulding County with Villa Rica postal addresses.
Oct 27, 2021 · Things to Do in Villa Rica, Georgia: See Tripadvisor's 2,520 traveler reviews and photos of Villa Rica tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in October. We have reviews of the best places to see in Villa Rica. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
Villa Rica. Located just 35 mile west of downtown Atlanta, Villa Rica is conveniently located just off Interstate 20. Villa Rica can boast the first Gold Strike in the United States, as well as being home to Coca-Cola legend Asa Candler and Gospel Music founder Thomas A. Dorsey.
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- Pine Mountain Gold Museum
- Douglas County Museum of History and Art
- Sweetwater Creek State Park
- History
- Food, Glorious Food!
The timeline for the discovery of gold in the Georgia mountains has been hotly contested. Many believe that claim to fame belongs to Dahlonega, Georgia. However, Lucian Lamar Knight, the first State Historian of Georgia, believes the discovery near Villa Rica in nearby Carroll County in 1826 holds that honor. We’ll let you decide for yourself once ...
Housed in the former Courthouse, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the Douglas County Museum of History and Artis a snapshot of a bygone era. You’ll find a fascinating display of old-school pop culture lunchboxes and Coca Cola collectibles. The museum features a rotating series of exhibits from the mid-20th century. Keepi...
Just a short 19-mile trip from Villa Rica will find you in Lithia Springs, home to Sweetwater Creek State Park. Over 2,500 acres are begging you to explore the great outdoors. Sweetwater Creek State Park is the top-visited state park in Georgia and has over 15 miles of hiking trails. Grab your hiking shoes and a pair of binoculars for birdwatching ...
No matter where you turn in Villa Rica, you’ll run into its past. From the shops that line Main Street and date back to the early 1900s to the former textile mills in the Fullerville area, there is history around every corner.
Evans BBQ
Food is life, and nowhere is that more evident than this cool, laid-back restaurant with the unique bohemian hippy vibe, Evans Barbeque. The Whites opened their doors five years ago, and they are doing something incredible with their culinary creations. Take the Fried Barbeque Eggrolls — these are not just barbecue in an egg roll. The barbecue is smoked pork that is so tasty it melts in your mouth, and nestled throughout the barbecued pork, you’ll find shredded cheddar cheese and onions. It’s...
Uncorked On Main And The Other Side
Randy Muller and his family are the entrepreneurs behind the wildly popular Uncorked on Main, a tasting room and wine bar located in a historic commercial building downtown. Uncorked on Main predominantly features Georgia-made wines. The family also owns a vineyard and bottles wine under their wine label Vineyards at Uncorked on Main. Walk through the tasting room at Uncorked on Main, and you’ll be at the family’s steakhouse, The Other Side. The Other Side features an intimate ambiance enhanc...
Villa Rica is an amazing place! At I-20 West exits 24 and 26, only 35 minutes from Atlanta, this small West Georgia town overflows with engaging history, authentic early 1900s architecture, local shops and eateries, and entertainment.
Oct 27, 2021 · Top Things to Do in Villa Rica, Georgia: See Tripadvisor's 2,520 traveller reviews and photos of Villa Rica tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in September. We have reviews of the best places to see in Villa Rica.
