Puma-Yu’s, Madison

AfarJun 29

Pair Small-Town Charm in Madison with Athens’ Music Scene

From cozy cafés and scenic trails in Madison to live shows and standout restaurants in Athens, here’s how to split a three-day trip between two distinct Georgia destinations.

Award-winning Thai restaurant.

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Ritz-Carlton Reynolds, Lake OconeeHotelOffers access to Jack Nicklaus-designed golf courses.
Southern Cross Guest RanchHotelExplore Georgia hills via horseback.
Brady InnHotelHoused in an 1885 building with seven rooms.
James Madison InnHotelFeatures local art and furniture.
Oconee Coffee RoastersRestaurantGood for a morning cup of Joe.
Patisserie on MainRestaurantLOCATED ON THE SQUARE IN HISTORIC MADISON, GEORGIA…
Crowe’s Bar-B-QueRestaurantFall-off-the-bone ribs and juicy brisket.
CabooseRestaurantLunch spot in a refurbished boxcar.
Farmview MarketMarketFeatures butcher shop, grocery, café, and farmer's market.
Betty Gene’sRestaurantFarm-to-table comfort food.
Linger Longer SteakhouseRestaurantPrime cuts are the draw.
Town 220RestaurantSalmon carpaccio and specialty cuts.
Hart & Crown TavernRestaurantLocal craft beer in a lively atmosphere.
Georgia Safari Conservation Park Giraffe HotelHotelOffers safari-style glamping escape.
BellHotelBoutique hotel with a rooftop bar.
Hotel Indigo AthensHotelEco-chic boutique hotel.
Puma-Yu’sRestaurantAward-winning Thai restaurant.
MaepolRestaurantCustomizable bowls with local ingredients.
Mama’s BoyRestaurantServes a signature biscuit.
Jittery Joe’sRestaurantCoffee shop.
1000 FacesRestaurantMicro-roaster coffee shop.
Cali N Tito’sRestaurantPeruvian-Cuban fusion cuisine.
Ath | BNB, The RushmoreHotelBoutique hotel with 14 suites.
Agora VintageSightWell-edited selection of luxury resale.
Heery’s Clothes ClosetSightWide-ranging collection of designer brands.

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Pair Small-Town Charm in Madison with Athens’ Music Scene