Cartersville, Georgia is a neighboring city of Rome and is just a short drive down 411. It is the largest city in Bartow County. It is located ideally in North Georgia, with access to the interstate to Atlanta and Chattanooga. Cartersville is full of things to do that are perfect for any age. Here is my list of the 10 Best Things To Do In Cartersville, Georgia
Museums And History
Cartersville, Georgia is a cultural epicenter for museums and art. From the old west to the far reaches of space to the history of the Native Americans, you can find it all in Cartersville.
Tellus Museum is one of two Smithsonian Institution Affiliates in Cartersville, Georgia. It features a planetarium, and NASA has installed a camera that tracks meteors at the museum.
Booth Western Museum is the other Smithsonian Institution Affiliate in Cartersville. It is the largest Western Art museum east of the Mississippi and the second-largest in Georgia. It has a sister museum in San Antonio, Texas called The Brisco Western Art Museum.
The Etowah Indian Mounds is not your typical museum; it is a historical, archaeological Native American site. Walking among the mounds, you will learn the history of the Native Americans that once occupied the area on the bank of the Etowah in Bartow County, south of Cartersville. There are artifacts on display and historians telling about life on the banks of the Etowah River.
Savoy Car Museum is the newest museum in Cartersville, Georiga. It is a car museum for car lovers and casual car enthusiasts alike. After a visit here, you will surely have a new appreciation for cars of all types.
Downtown Square
Downtown Tennessee Street and the Downtown Square is a Post-Civil War Era square home to boutiques, unique dining experiences, live entertainment, and festivals. In the Old Cartersville Courthouse, you can find the Bartow County Museum, where you can learn the area’s rich history going back to the time of the Native Americans.
Across the Square, you will find the Young Brothers Pharmacy, which is home to the first outdoor advertisement for Coca-Cola, dating to 1894
Outdoor Activities
Cartersville is the perfect place to get outdoors and enjoy nature. With several opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, you can find something for everyone.
The Etowah River Trail has several places to put in the river where you can enjoy kayaking, boating, fishing, canoeing, and tubing down the river.
Lakepoint Station is a family entertainment center that draws people from all over Northwest Georgia. Lakepoint is a one-stop spot for family-friendly activities such as bowling, rollerball, rock wall climbing, laser tag, and mini-golf.
Lake Allatoona, a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers reservoir, has camping on the banks, a marina, and fishing.
In the center of Lake Allatoona you will find the beautiful Red Top Mountain State Park, where the views are sensational. Red Top Mountain has numerous walking trails, cabins, tennis, fishing, picnic areas, playgrounds, camping, and a beach area. You could spend the day, weekend, or an entire week there and have something to do.
Cartersville has the perfect balance of town and country, with quick access to larger cities and smaller towns. The rich history, culture, and arts make Cartersville one of the most sought-after communities in North West Georgia. Its location is perfect for the high energy of city life and calm suburban life. Cartersville is full of life and activities for all ages and interests.
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