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The world’s largest campus at 28,000 acres, Berry College in Rome is also one of the prettiest. Travel & Leisure—among other magazines—has named it one of the most beautiful college campuses in the U.S. Visitors are allowed to come on to campus after stopping at the gatehouse; ask for a map (or download your own), showing a dozen or so hiking trails on campus, which is also ideal for bike-riding if you have your own. Highlights of Berry College include the Italian-influenced Ford Campus (where many a photo has been taken); the Old Mill (ditto, re: photos), one of the world’s largest waterwheels situated on a creek; and the eagle’s nest where fans of the popular Berry College “eaglecam” might spot a bird or two flying around.

Head downtown to soak in the quintessential small-town charm, and stop for a bite to eat.

Harvest Moon, a casual-funky restaurant in a historic brick building, is a great place for lunch or dinner; try the “OMG BLT” for some twists on the usual bacon-lettuce-tomato sandwiches, adding fried green tomatoes and chipotle mayo. During warmer months, the Rome Clocktower is open for tours on Saturday, a chance to see the best view in town. Take your pup to River Dog Paddle Company and rent a stand-up paddleboard to cruise one of the city’s rivers.