It's fall grad season in athens! Whether you have family coming into town for graduation or the upcoming holidays, traveling can be difficult when you have a four-legged companion. Luckily, Athens makes it incredibly easy for your furry family to visit! Here's a comprehensive guide to bringing your dog to Dawg Nation. With dog-friendly attractions, hotels, parks, restaurants, and more, you won’t have to leave the fun behind when you bring your pooch to Athens, GA!
PET-FRIENDLY HOTELS IN ATHENS
Got family coming in for the weekend but they don't want to leave their furry friend at home? No problem! Athens offers a host of dog-friendly lodging options. Hotel Abacus, Hotel Indigo, The Holiday Inn Express, and Best Western are just a few hotels where dogs can stay for a small fee. These hotels also put you in close proximity to downtown Athens, where you can enjoy the convenient dining and shopping options listed below with your furry friend!
Want more options? Check out our comprehensive list of pet-friendly hotels in Athens, GA!
DOG-FRIENDLY DINING
Whether you and your pooch want to spend the day at brunch, sit down for a delicious dinner, or grab some casual eats, there’s no shortage of dog-friendly restaurants in Athens, GA! Head to The Grit, Big City Bread Cafe, or Mama’s Boy for a laid-back brunch. BYOB to Pulaski Heights BBQ, or trot down to Cali N Tito’s for some legendary fish tacos. You can also enjoy outdoor seating and craft beer with your favorite furry friend at Normal Bar, Walker’s Coffee & Pub, or Hendershot’s.
PET-FRIENDLY SHOPPING
The holidays are just around the corner and Athens is the perfect place to get something for everyone on your list. And more and more stores around Athens are allowing you to bring your pup along! Stop by Native America Gallery for a variety of hand-crafted jewelry, and don’t forget to check out Indie South for the best handmade goods from around the Southeast. Your dog deserves a treat, too, so make sure you swing by Mary's Tack, Feed, and Pet Store for a tasty, all-natural snack for your four-legged companion!
DRINK WITH YOUR DOG
Okay, so maybe Fido should stick with water, but that doesn’t mean you have to. Pets are welcome at many of Athens’ local breweries! Check out Creature Comforts Brewing Co.’s convenient downtown location, or let your pup frolic on the patio at Terrapin Beer Co. or Athentic Brewing Company while you’re enjoying a tasty craft pint. The best way to try out the Athens breweries is on the Athens Beer Trail! Learn more here.
