36 Hours in Coweta County: A Weekend Itinerary

Jump start your morning with locally roasted coffee and a slice of homemade quiche or pastry from Brown Street Bodega, a sunny cafe in downtown Newnan.

Then hop in the car and head to nearby Senoia to visit the bustling Senoia Farmer’s Market, one of the most popular events in town. Sip on a mimosa or drink from the build your-own Bloody Mary bar while shopping for produce, jewelry, honey, and crafts from local makers, like goat soap from Country Junction. Vendors change weekly but expect artisan wares and tasty bites from favorites like Serrano’s Fine Tacos and Finkles Bakeshop. 

Wander through Main Street Senoia, a small town that resembles a classic Norman Rockwell painting. The stretch is packed with local boutiques, restaurants, and attractions. Head to the laid-back Nic & Norman’s, owned by actor Norman Reedus and director Greg Nicotero of The Walking Dead fame. The Southern-style eatery is known for its crowd-pleasing menu of burgers, flatbreads, and shrimp and grit cakes, plus a brunch with “hangover helpers.” Or sit down for a pint and hearty fare at Maguire’s Irish Pub. The lively, family friendly spot is renowned for its Reuben spring rolls and fish-and-chips.

And no trip to Senoia is complete without a film and TV tour. Both Water Tower Tours and Georgia Tours LLC offer walking and golf cart excursions that give fans a behind-the-scenes look at places featured in The Walking Dead and other films and TV shows shot in the area, including Fried Green Tomatoes, The Conjuring, Footloose, The Hunger Games, and Driving Miss Daisy. After that, snap selfies with set pieces from The Walking Dead, then, visit The Woodbury Shoppe or the perfect souvenir from the popular AMC show – the most-watched TV series in basic cable history. 

Settle into a cozy table at Bistro Hilary, an upscale French-inspired bistro that dazzles with dishes like crispy deviled eggs, classic beef bourguignon, and rotating specials.

Then sample award-winning brews like Senoia’s Finest, an easy-sipping light lager, on the back patio at Pearl & Pine Brewery. Or kick back with a hoppy IPA and live music at Senoia Beer Company.

Relax for the night with a stay at The Veranda Historic Inn, an elegant property housed in a 1906 Greek Revival mansion with 10 charming guest rooms. The hotel still retains its original features like ornate tin ceilings, glittering chandeliers, and Georgia heart pine floors. Kick back at the end of the day on the inn’s sweeping, wraparound veranda.