4 Dahlonega, Georgia

Dahlonega (pronounced Duh-lon-a-ga, if you're curious), is where the first major Gold Rush in America took place back in 1828—and it's held onto its pioneering spirit ever since. Spend your days wandering the Historic Public Square (the town was granted a Great American Main Street Award by the National Main Street Center in 2016), before getting a culture fix at Dahlonega Gold Museum Historic Site. On Saturdays, April through October, you can rock out at the Appalachian Jam. Next, enjoy strolling through Red Oak Lavender Farm with its 18 different varieties of organically grown lavender. If all those heavenly scents are lulling you to sleep, tuck yourself into bed at Cedar House Inn & Yurts, where you must try the Georgia French toast with peaches and cream sauce and toasted pecans for breakfast (the B&B can also accommodate vegan and gluten-free guests).

For more information, visit dahlonega.org.