Visit Helen, GA
Downtown Helen
While it may seem as though you’re strolling the cobblestone streets of a timeless German village, the truth is that nearly every boutique, gift shop and emporium you enter presents a special opportunity for you to shop local in support of area merchants. You will also find German cuisine and other delicious fan fare along the banks of the Chattahoochee!
HELEN AREA Attractions
AVERAGE Cost per student
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Zip Lining and Ariel Adventure Park
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Enjoy stunning scenery, thrilling ziplines and some crazy fun suspension bridges as you hike through the trees. All tours are guided by trained staff and courses are outfitted with a closed belay system for a safer tour for your group. Age: 8+
*Min weight: 50 lbs; Max weight: 285 lbs (males), 250 lbs (females)
STEM Workshop at Alpine Slot Car Racing
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Come visit the fastest attraction in Helen, Georgia! Alpine Slot Car Racing offers a full racing experience for beginners and experienced racers. With 4 tracks, various speeds to race at, and many different kinds of cars to race with!
Georgia Mountain Coaster
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Georgia Mountain Coaster is the first and only mountain coaster in the state of Georgia. Control your own speed and choose your own adventure— go as fast or slow as you want. Go full speed ahead for an all-out thrill ride or gently glide down while enjoying the forest scenery.
Abstract Studio
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Abstract Studio offers an interactive and immersive art experience! The local studio allows people to explore their inner artist and the joys of painting freely! Each student is provided with a canvas, paint, protective gear, tools and a take-home box for their splatter painting!
North Georgia Wildlife & Safari Park
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Allow staff members to introduce you to some of their amazing and incredible animal species. There’s always something new to discover and learn about and they ensure each student group a totally wild experience!
Anna Ruby Falls
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Experience the mountainous nature of Helen while walking along a half mile paved trail, ending with a beautiful overlook of Anna Ruby Falls. These twin waterfalls decend more than 145 feet, and are a part of a National recreational trail of Georgia.
MindEscapes Helen
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At Escape Rooms of Helen GA, a creative team of designers and game masters have created a selection of rooms perfect for student groups! There are currently 4 family-friendly rooms that will challenge and excite your students including Bigfoot Rampage, Cabin in the Woods, Clue Me In, and Wanderland.
Archery, Air Gun Range, & Axe Throwing
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The Unicoi State Park Archery & Air Gun Range is a shooting facility that is set up for static archery target practice, 3-D archery target practice and air gun rifle target practice.Work with our Activities Attendant to practice your tomahawk throwing skills in our outdoor range. All equipment is provided. Closed-toed shoes are required for this activity.
Max group size: 200 participants per day
*Participants must be at least 12 years of age.
The Outpost Gold & Gem Mining
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Gem mine participants are given a talk about the history of gem mining in the area and the types of rocks and minerals found. Each participant is provided a bag to sift, discover, and identify many different rocks and minerals.
Tubing the Chattahoochee
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Enjoy a 1-2 hour tube ride along the Chattahoochee river. There are moments of peaceful floating, and instances where you may get to battle some rapids.
*Available on select days in May-September