When people plan weekend getaways in Georgia, they often think first of our larger cities, like Savannah, Atlanta, and Augusta. These are all great places to escape for a few days. But some of our smaller towns are also perfect retreats! One of the best is the growing town of Senoia. This place has a population of just over 5,000, but you’ll find a surprising number of attractions here that make it ideal for a two-day excursion. Check out a few of our favorite attractions:

Senoia is located about 40 miles southwest of Atlanta. The town’s name is pronounced by locals as “suh-noy.”

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Even if you’ve never been to Senoia, some parts of the town may look quite familiar to you.

Roads Traveled Photography/Google Local The 2011 remake of the film Footloose was partially filmed here, as were scenes from Fried Green Tomatoes. However, the hit television show The Walking Dead is the most famous production to use Senoia as a home base. Georgia Tour Company - Senoia (home of The Walking Dead), 53 Main St, Senoia, GA 30276, USA

There are walking tours available if you’d like to see some of the spots where the show was filmed. You can also visit The Woodbury Shoppe to pick up merchandise related to The Walking Dead.

Dor Svenner/Google Local The Woodbury Shoppe, 48 Main St LL3, Senoia, GA 30276, USA

The fun doesn’t end there, though! Fans of The Walking Dead have to check out Nic and Norman’s, a delicious grill owned by Greg Nicotero, a producer of the show, and Norman Reedus, who plays Daryl Dixon.

Nic & Norman’s/Facebook Nic & Norman’s Senoia, 20 Main St, Senoia, GA 30276, USA

Another shop with plenty of Georgia-grown items is The Classic Market. You can find everything here, from Georgia wines, Georgia coffee, or locally-crafted gifts.

The Classic Market & wine shoppe/Facebook The Classic Market, 15 Main St #1B, Senoia, GA 30276, USA

History enthusiasts will love a visit to the Senoia Area Historical Society. You can find lots of exhibits and information about the social and cultural history of Senoia and the surrounding area.

Senoia Area Historical Society Senoia Area Historical Society, 6 Couch St, Senoia, GA 30276, USA

If you’d like something a little more active, there’s nothing more exciting than a day at the races. The Senoia Raceway is a 3/8-mile dirt track that hosts car races throughout the year.

senoiaraceway_1969/Instagram Senoia Raceway, 171 Brown Rd, Senoia, GA 30276, USA

Some peaceful time out in nature can be enjoyed with a stroll around Senoia’s Marimac Lake.

Bryce Nolting/Google Local Marimac Lakes, Senoia, GA 30276, USA

No matter what you do during your days in Senoia, you’ll need a comfortable place to lay your head at night. The historic Veranda Inn Bed and Breakfast is a 1906 Greek Revival mansion that’s just a block off Main Street.

The Veranda The Veranda Historic Inn, 252 Seavy St, Senoia, GA 30276, USA

Senoia hosts plenty of festivals and events throughout the year, so keep an eye on the calendar if you’re interested in planning a trip.

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For more information about Senoia, check out the Enjoy Senoia, Georgia Facebook page.

Enjoy Senoia, Georgia/Facebook

Roads Traveled Photography/Google Local

The 2011 remake of the film Footloose was partially filmed here, as were scenes from Fried Green Tomatoes. However, the hit television show The Walking Dead is the most famous production to use Senoia as a home base.

Georgia Tour Company - Senoia (home of The Walking Dead), 53 Main St, Senoia, GA 30276, USA

Dor Svenner/Google Local

The Woodbury Shoppe, 48 Main St LL3, Senoia, GA 30276, USA

Nic & Norman’s/Facebook

Nic & Norman’s Senoia, 20 Main St, Senoia, GA 30276, USA

The Classic Market & wine shoppe/Facebook

The Classic Market, 15 Main St #1B, Senoia, GA 30276, USA

Senoia Area Historical Society

Senoia Area Historical Society, 6 Couch St, Senoia, GA 30276, USA

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Senoia Raceway, 171 Brown Rd, Senoia, GA 30276, USA

Bryce Nolting/Google Local

Marimac Lakes, Senoia, GA 30276, USA

The Veranda

The Veranda Historic Inn, 252 Seavy St, Senoia, GA 30276, USA

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Address: Senoia, GA 30276, USA