When In Rome
Picturesque city in the Appalachian foothills is perfect for a weekend getaway BY COLLIN KELLEY Built on seven hills at the confluence of the Etowah, Oostanaula, and Coosa rivers, Rome is a charming alternative for quick weekend getaway. Around 90 minutes northwest of Atlanta, Rome is probably best known as a college town thanks to the presence of Berry College and Shorter University, but there’s also plenty of museums, historic sites, dining, shopping, and beautiful places to stroll along the river.
Where to Stay Rome is mostly a chain hotel room town, so if that’s what you’re looking for, go for the two that put you right smack-dab in the middle of the action: Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham (wyndhamhotels.com) or Courtyard Marriott Riverwalk (marriott.com). At press time, rooms were going for around $135 per night. Both hotels are downtown, so all the
restaurants, shopping, and places of interest are literally outside your door. There also both on the Oostanaula River, so see if you can book a room with a view. The other option is Airbnb (Airbnb.com). There are a few places downtown, but you’ll likely be in the more residential areas outside the city center. From lofts to charming cottages, there’s likely a home to suit you.
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Where to Eat Broad Street is Rome’s bustling main thoroughfare, and you’ll find plenty of delicious places to eat and shop (more on that in a minute). Harvest Moon Café (myharvestmooncafe.com) has giant burgers and tortilla chips with homemade pimento cheese dip, while La Scala (lascalaromega.com) offers up pasta, fresh seafood, and a good wine list. Ana’s by the River (anasbytheriverrome. com) has rotolo, sandwiches, and salads or
if you’re craving Mexican food, El Zarape (elzaraperome.com) has tacos, fajitas, and margaritas. For dessert, stop by City Creamery (facebook.com/thecitycreamery) for
some hand-scooped ice cream or frozen yogurt. Continued on page 24
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