2 Hour Culture Tour in Helen
Georgia Walking Tours
4.6
marialuizas297
89 days ago
The tour was very interesting with local information and history. We explored the town, had candy and wine tasting and learned about the city. I really recommend it.
A great way to get a fun and informative overview of the culture, history and artistry of our little town! Along this 1.9 mile easy-paced stroll, you will experience some the best sights, tastes and activities of Helen. You will also learn about how this amazing town became a worldwide tourist destination. The approximate 2 hour walking tour, led by our local and friendly guides, is the perfect way to start your adventure in Helen!
Duration
2 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Helen Arts & Heritage Center
25 Chattahoochee Strasse, Helen, Georgia
Learn about the history of Helen and see the works of many local artists.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Chattahoochee River
Helen, Georgia
Photo opportunity of the river than runs through downtown Helen.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Wildewood
52 River Street, Helen, Georgia
Learn about gold mining in North Georgia and see a gem mining demonstration.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Fox Winery
8663 N Main St, Helen, Georgia
Opportunity to sample a few locally-made wines for free! (21 up, must have ID!)
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Glassblowing Shop
8600 N Main St, Unit 1, Helen, Georgia
See local glassblowing artists create right before your eyes!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Hansel and Gretel Candy Kitchen
8651 N Main St, Helen, Georgia
Take a brief tour of this renowned candy-maker and sample the goods!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Helen
Helen, Georgia
Plus see the famous local outdoor murals, Amazing hand-crafted Bavarian cuckoo clocks, Sample our famous local pretzels, and snap a picture with Bigfoot!
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total duration includes walking time.
- Optional Guide Gratuities
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
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A great way to get a fun and informative overview of the culture, history and artistry of our little town! Along this 1.9 mile easy-paced stroll, you will experience some the best sights, tastes and activities of Helen. You will also learn about how this amazing town became a worldwide tourist destination. The approximate 2 hour walking tour, led by our local and friendly guides, is the perfect way to start your adventure in Helen!
Duration
2 hours
Languages Available
- Human tour guide - English
Points of Interest
Stop At: Helen Arts & Heritage Center
25 Chattahoochee Strasse, Helen, Georgia
Learn about the history of Helen and see the works of many local artists.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Chattahoochee River
Helen, Georgia
Photo opportunity of the river than runs through downtown Helen.
Duration: Not Available
Stop At: Wildewood
52 River Street, Helen, Georgia
Learn about gold mining in North Georgia and see a gem mining demonstration.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Fox Winery
8663 N Main St, Helen, Georgia
Opportunity to sample a few locally-made wines for free! (21 up, must have ID!)
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: The Glassblowing Shop
8600 N Main St, Unit 1, Helen, Georgia
See local glassblowing artists create right before your eyes!
Duration: 5 minutes
Stop At: Hansel and Gretel Candy Kitchen
8651 N Main St, Helen, Georgia
Take a brief tour of this renowned candy-maker and sample the goods!
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Helen
Helen, Georgia
Plus see the famous local outdoor murals, Amazing hand-crafted Bavarian cuckoo clocks, Sample our famous local pretzels, and snap a picture with Bigfoot!
Duration: 15 minutes
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The total duration includes walking time.
- Optional Guide Gratuities
Voucher Info
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
The tour identified in this promotion is made available through Viator. Groupon is not affiliated with or sponsored by the Georgia Walking Tours in connection with this deal. Please contact Groupon customer service for all inquiries related to this offer. Inquiries placed to Viator will be directed back to Groupon.
This offer is not eligible for promo codes.
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NashKarenS
This 2 hour tour was informative regarding how the town of Helen was established. It is a walking tour on flat surfaces (sidewalks primarily). There are a few steps down to the Chattahoochee River. Reasonable priced. We were not able to do the mining experience due to the colder weather. We were able to get the history of how the gold rush really started near Helen (and not California)!!
If you are looking for an off the beaten path experience, this is not the tour for you. We vistied many sites that you can explore on your own - minus the history that Emma our guide was excellent in providing. She's very knowledgeable, fun, and made sure to point out architecture and artwork created by the cities founders. She provided excellent recommendations in the area for dining as well as additional exploration.
It was amazing to see Helen all decorated for the Christmas season. The Holiday Markets and were fun to explore. Although the tour doesn't include a tour of the wineries, it is worthwhile to visit a few to experience the beauty of the countryside.
Overall, this tour was pleasant but we did a lot of back-tracking. The two hours goes quick! We enjoyed taking in the town and fresh air. Good tour to get your bearings where you want to spend more time exploring, shopping, or eating!
marialuizas297
The tour was very interesting with local information and history. We explored the town, had candy and wine tasting and learned about the city. I really recommend it.
sul540
Walking through Helen with this guide was a true highlight of our trip. Their deep knowledge of the town’s history and main landmarks was shared in a friendly, funny, and engaging way. Every story felt alive, and the relaxed humor created the perfect atmosphere for visitors to learn, explore, and truly enjoy the unique charm of this beautiful Bavarian-style town.
haleyt257
We really enjoyed our tour with Brent! We learned a lot about the history of Helen, and had fun along the way. I would highly recommend taking this your because it is a great way to survey the town and figure out what you'd like to go back to the most. We did a wine and moonshine tasting, candy tasting, gemstone mining, and visited the most beautiful clock shop. Out your guide recommended and walked everyone to lunch at different restaurants at the end of our tour and answered any questions we had. Definitely take this reasonably priced walking tour.
kathypM1347UU
Very enjoyable, we did have a small group so that was a plus! Helen is very walkable and has a very interesting history, Brent was knowledgeable and was open to all questions and made it a great experience. Awesome all around