6 days in Helen Itinerary

A taste of Bavaria right in the heart of Georgia's "Historic High Country," Helen houses just 400 residents but hosts over 200 shops that sell everything from handmade sweaters to Christmas ornaments.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Hansel and Gretel Candy Kitchen as well as King Ludwig's Biergarten. Head to Village Peddler Women's Boutique and Cabin Decor and Mark of the Potterfor plenty of shopping. You'll discover tucked-away gems like VIP Southern Tours and Hardman Farm. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Helen: Hurricane Shoals Park & Historical Heritage Village (in Maysville), Chateau Meichtry Family Vineyard and Winery (in Talking Rock) and Toccoa (Travelers Rest Historic Site & Currahee Military Museum). Next up on the itinerary: relax and rejuvenate at Nacoochee Crossing Wellness Center & Day Spa, learn about winemaking at CeNita Vineyards and Winery, steep yourself in history at Romeo and Juliet Indian Mound Tragedy Site, and view the masterpieces at Hickory Flat Pottery.

For reviews, other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Helen online itinerary planner.

In December, daytime highs in Helen are 63°F, while nighttime lows are 42°F.