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This Georgia city is located on the shores of Lake Sidney Lanier and is halfway between the Appalachian Mountains and the urban city center of Atlanta. Whether you are travelling for a weekend or a while, you’ll find plenty of things to do in Gainesville. From golf to boating, to enjoying the city’s art scene or scenic beauty, you’re sure to find something to fill your free time. One of the city’s many nicknames is Queen City of the Mountains, probably because it’s nestled in a valley surrounded by landmark hillsides and lakes. Relax at Lake Lanier, where you’ll find a 38,000-acre lake that once hosted the 1996 Olympic Canoe and Kayak events. You can canoe along the river yourself, fish, waterski or just enjoy your downtime with a tasteful picnic and a bottle of wine. Aside from a beautiful lake, the city offers walking tours so you can view more of its gorgeous views while learning a little bit about the city. You can pick from tours that range from seeing beautiful historical homes, a scale model of the solar system, historical location or the resting place of local legends. If you find yourself getting distracted by the stores, that’s because downtown Gainesville has the most fun boutique and second generation specialty stores. Main Street Gainesville is lined with restaurants, entertainment, shops and more to make for a vibrant downtown nightlife. You can soak it all in and do it again the next day by enjoying a relaxing night’s sleep with Choice Hotels in Gainesville, GA. Book online now!