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Day One

A.M. Start your day in Duluth with coffee, small-batch specialty biscuits, and other hearty breakfast fare at Maple Street Biscuit Company.

NOON Taste the flavors of Japan at Fumi, a sleek sushi bar that sources

Day Two

A.M. Fuel up with breakfast sandwiches, crepes, and specialty plates like the Peachtree skillet with eggs, Italian sausage, vegetables, and home fries at cheery Peachtree Café in Lawrenceville.

NOON Dine on Cubaninspired fare like ropa vieja and ham croquettes at Lawrenceville’s D’Floridian, which also has an extensive menu of spirits and cocktails, including a house sangria.

P.M. Book a table for a lively evening out in Lawrenceville at Perry Street Chophouse, which serves prime cut steaks, fresh seafood, and shareable Southern sides like Brussels sprouts.

Day Three

fresh seafood from around the globe for its rolls, ramens, salads, and hibachi-style entrees.

P.M. Wind down with drinks and a dinner of rotating seasonal fare like confit duck leg with Carolina gold rice at the elegant Falling Rabbit.

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NOON Sample and shop for specialty olive oils and vinegars from around the world at VSOP Taproom in downtown Norcross, then grab pastries to take home at the on-site bakery.

A.M. Rise early to feast in Suwanee on Flavor Rich Restaurant’s popular breakfast and brunch dishes, including the can’t-miss fried chicken and waffles and a peach cobbler French toast.

NOON Share small plates like smoked chicken wings or enjoy fresh salads, burgers, and wood-fired steaks at Firebirds, an upscale spot in Suwanee.

P.M. Try a rotating menu of specialty seafoods and meats, including panseared branzino and crispy fried chicken, alongside Southern staples like collard greens at the farm-to-table-inspired Parkside District in Lawrenceville.

Day Four

A.M. Jumpstart your morning with fresh juices and breakfast plates that range from pancakes and omelets to healthier fare like avocado toast at the Peachtree Corners location of First Watch.

NOON Hear the sound of trains passing while dining on steaks, seafoods, soups, and salads at the Crossing, housed in a historic building in downtown Norcross.

P.M. Watch as Noona Meat & Seafood’s chefs prepare your dinner of broiled oysters, grilled octopus, and lamb chops in the Duluth restaurant’s nine-foot wood-burning hearth.

Day One

A.M. Stock up on British sweets and teas, as well as fine china, Smeg appliances, and other home goods, at Norcross’s Taste of Britain.

P.M. Shop for Anna Balkan Jewelry’s one-of-a-kind necklaces, earrings, and other accessories made with natural semi-precious gemstones and pearls at the brand’s downtown Norcross store.

Day Two

A.M. Start the day treasure hunting for midcentury modern furniture, sports memorabilia, vintage records, and collectibles among dozens of booths at Queen of Hearts Antiques in Buford.

NOON Head to Buford’s Further Down the Rabbit Hole, a mother- and daughter-owned boutique stocked with on-trend, boho-chic clothing, jewelry, and accessories.

P.M. Finish the day wandering through the chic selection of children’s and women’s clothing, upscale furniture, home goods, gifts, and other specialty items at nearby Honey + Lu.

Day Three

A.M. Browse a selection of colorful kids' books, games, and toys from brands like Squishmallow at Hello Rainbow, a neighborhood shop in Duluth that also hosts regular children’s story times.

NOON Bring the spa home to you with Lillies’ vegan candles, soaps, scrubs, and body butters; the brand’s Duluth boutique also carries women’s clothing and accessories.

P.M. Wrap up the day of retail therapy in Duluth at Personify Shop, a mother -and daughter-owned spot selling upscale women’s clothing from brands like Free People, plus handbags, jewelry, gifts, and home goods.

Day Four

A.M. Choose from an expansive selection of comics from Marvel, DC, and independent titles, plus games and collectibles at both the Lawrenceville and Buford locations of Galactic Quest.

NOON Buy and sell high-quality women’s clothing, shoes, and accessories at Panache, a consignment shop in Suwanee that stocks top designer brands like Gucci and Louis Vuitton.

P.M. Craft your own candles or soaps with hands-on workshops at Suwanee’s MAKE[R], which also carries a selection of women’s and children’s clothing, home goods, and gifts from local creatives.

Day One

A.M. Admire downtown Suwanee’s free public outdoor exhibit, SculpTour, which features 16 striking sculptures from regional and national artists.

NOON Stroll around the galleries of rotating exhibits at Suwanee Arts Center, a cultural hub that also offers art classes and workshops for all ages, plus special events.

Day Three

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A.M. Explore walking trails, a Treetop Quest ropes course, and other outdoor recreational activities as well as indoor educational exhibits at the Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center in Buford.

NOON Spot Gwinnett County’s iconic murals— which range from the playful foxes in Norcross’s Tumblefield to the interactive Cosmic Tunnel in Duluth—via a selfguided tour.

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A.M. Channel your inner Picasso at Painting With a Twist or Masterpiece Mixers, sip-and-paint studios located next door to each other in Lawrenceville.

NOON Learn about the city’s history from a collection of books, artifacts, antiques, photographs, and other permanent and rotating exhibits at the Museum of Buford.

NOON Play dozens of interactive arcade games, from the classics to contemporary VR experiences, or cheer for your favorite team on the big screen at Dave & Buster’s in Lawrenceville.

P.M. Experience the thrills of laser tag, go-karting, duckpin bowling, and more at Andretti Indoor Karting & Games, a multipurpose entertainment complex with an outpost in Buford.

Day Two

P.M. Walk through the award-winning sculpture garden, tour galleries of art exhibits, or try your hand at painting or pottery at the Hudgens Center for Art & Learning in Duluth.

Day Two

A.M. Start the morning with reflection at Lilburn’s stunning BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, the largest mandir in the Southeast, open for free tours and religious rituals daily.

NOON Watch wood carvers, glass blowers, and other professional artists at work, or tour one of the exhibits at Tannery Row Artist Colony, housed in a historic building in downtown Buford.

P.M. Attend a show at Aurora Theatre, part of the Lawrenceville Arts Center, a cultural destination that hosts plays, musicals, concerts, and other events year-round.

P.M. Spend the afternoon in Peachtree Corners at R Alexander Fine Art, which presents a variety of exhibitions by notable contemporary artists from Atlanta and across the globe.

P.M. Listen to live music at Eddie Owen Presents: The Red Clay Foundry, an intimate venue in Duluth that has hosted top artists, including the Indigo Girls and Jason Isbell.

Day One

A.M. Paint everything from pottery to canvas at Duluth’s Eye Candy Art Studio, which offers several drop-in art sessions for kids and adults, plus party packages for larger groups.

A.M. Hike the scenic trails at the 3,200-acre Stone Mountain Park, which has family-friendly attractions, including a cable car ride, scenic railroad, and adventure golf course.

NOON View deer, rabbits, goats, and other creatures up-close at Lilburn’s Yellow River Wildlife Sanctuary, a refuge for injured and orphaned wild animals with a petting zoo and interactive exhibits.

P.M. Test your teambuilding and problemsolving skills against the clock in the labyrinth of mystery rooms, puzzles, and themed games at Escape the NetherWorld.

Day Three

A.M. Explore five miles of walking trails, climb through the trees on a challenging ropes course, or head inside for educational exhibits at the Gwinnett Environmental and Heritage Center in Buford.

NOON Choose from more than 100 classic arcade games, bowling, billiards, laser tag, and other fun activities for the whole family at Main Event, an entertainment complex in Suwanee.

P.M. Grab a blanket and spread out on the expansive lawn at Coolray Field in Lawrenceville to cheer on the Gwinnett Stripers, the Triple-A affiliate of the Atlanta Braves.

Day Four

A.M. Tour a furnished, 1930s-era farmhouse or explore three miles of walking trails, a playground, and dog park at the scenic McDaniel Farm Park in Duluth.

NOON Ride a restored caboose and view dozens of railroad artifacts, such as a restored 1891 Duluth passenger train depot, at Southeastern Railway Museum, the state’s official transportation history museum.

P.M. Dine on a four-course feast while watching a rousing live show featuring jousting, sword fights, falconry, and other period games and performances at Medieval Times in Lawrenceville.