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Off the Beaten Path
Western & Atlantic Railroad Tunnel
The historic Western & Atlantic Railroad Tunnel was built from 1848 to 1850. 1,477 feet long and built entirely by hand, it was the final link that connected the southern railroad from Atlanta to Chattanooga. Tours available with a local afficionado. Small museum. 215 Clisby Austin Road Tunnel Hill (706) 876-1571
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Robert T. Webb Sculpture Garden (CAG)
Small walkable sculpture garden with over 40 works of art, on the grounds of the Creative Arts Guild (CAG) in Dalton. Free and open to the public. 520 W Waugh Street (706) 278-0168
Downtown Dalton's Farmer's Market
The Downtown Dalton Farmers Market is a small open air market on the Dalton Green, every Saturday from June 1st through October, from 8 am2 pm and on Tuesdays from 10 am - 3 pm. The green is located at 117 N. Selvidge Street in Downtown Dalton, GA. The market offers locally grown produce, baked goods, fresh flowers, and more.
Chattanooga Dinner Train
Like stepping back in time. Join the Tennessee Valley Railroad for dinner trains on select Fridays and Saturdays, March through October. The trips include a three-course dining experience onboard restored dining cars that travel at a leisurely pace through portions of urban East Chattanooga. www.tvrail.com
