Parking for a Dahlonega shopping trip is free on and around the Public Square. The rules that matter are a 3-hour limit on the prime spaces on weekdays, two lots for all-day parking, and a university deck that opens to the public on weeknights and weekends. Here is each one, checked Oct 19, 2026.
- Parking on and around the Public Square is free; the downtown authority counts about 300 free spaces around the Square plus three free lots with 140 spaces. Dahlonega DDA / Main Street
- The prime 'Shop & Dine' spaces around the Public Square and the Choice Street lot are 3-hour spaces, enforced 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Visitors Bureau
- For all-day or multi-day parking, the Park & Stay spaces are in the North Park Street lot and the Warwick Street lot. Visitors Bureau
- The University of North Georgia's shady parking deck (entrance next to the Smith House, 84 S. Chestatee St.) is free to the public from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Monday to Thursday and from Friday 5:30 p.m. to Monday 7:30 a.m. Dahlonega DDA / Main Street
- There is a Level 2 EV charging port in the Choice Street public parking lot behind the Holiday Inn Express, a short walk from downtown. City of Dahlonega
On the Square
The downtown authority counts about 300 free spaces on and around the Public Square, plus three free lots with 140 spaces (Dahlonega DDA; its parking page was last edited in 2022). The city’s map shows easy parking along both sides of Main Street around the Gold Museum (City of Dahlonega).
The prime “Shop & Dine” spaces around the Square and the Choice Street lot are 3-hour spaces. The city enforces the limit 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday to Friday (Visitors Bureau). On weekends and weekday evenings, the 3-hour limit is not enforced.
All-day parking
For all-day or multi-day parking, the Visitors Bureau points to the Park & Stay spaces in the North Park Street lot and the Warwick Street lot. The city calls the Warwick Street lots ample all-day parking, one block from the Gold Museum. The sources describe the free lots a little differently: the DDA’s 2022 page counts three lots, while the Visitors Bureau names the North Park Street and Warwick Street lots for Park & Stay. Both say free.
The UNG deck
The University of North Georgia’s deck, with its entrance next to the Smith House at 84 South Chestatee Street, is free to the public from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Monday to Thursday, and from Friday 5:30 p.m. to Monday 7:30 a.m. The city confirms that UNG, as a community partner, allows public parking in the deck and select lots on weeknights and weekends. On a weekday morning, park on the Square or in a city lot instead.
EV charging
There is a Level 2 EV charging port in the Choice Street public lot behind the Holiday Inn Express, a short walk from downtown (City of Dahlonega).
Accessible and loading spaces
The city’s parking map marks accessible spaces at Warwick Street, West Main Street, North Park Street, East Main Street, the Choice Avenue EV lot and around the Gold Museum on both sides of the Square. Short 15-minute loading spaces are marked on North Park Street, East Main Street and around the Gold Museum. They are handy for loading a big purchase.
The parking meters
As of the city’s October 2025 parking study, the only paid parking downtown was 29 metered spaces on North and South Meaders Street and Maple Street, more than 300 feet from the Square, where prime on-street parking stayed free (City of Dahlonega). At a December 2025 workshop, city staff recommended removing those meters because of the cost of maintenance. We found no 2026 council action removing them or adopting paid parking, so their status in 2026 is not confirmed. If you park on Meaders or Maple, check the meter.
Paid parking has been studied but not adopted for the Square: at a December 2025 workshop the study listed fee parking among its recommendations, while city staff recommended removing the existing meters because of maintenance cost; we found no 2026 council vote changing the rules. (City of Dahlonega, checked Oct 19, 2026)
Buses, RVs and a shuttle
In June 2026 the city attorney announced a forthcoming Bus Parking Ordinance (City of Dahlonega). We found no published bus or RV parking rule for downtown yet, so call the Visitor Center before you bring a large vehicle. At the same meeting a downtown shuttle and employee-parking program was proposed; the mayor asked for a request for proposals, and no council action was taken.
Festival days
On Bear on the Square weekend, much of the street parking is blocked, and the organizers recommend UNG’s deck off West Main Street or its surface lot off South Chestatee (Bear on the Square). For other festivals, check the organizer’s page before you go.
The map
The shop map below shows the Square, the streets around it and Hancock Park.
Streets, paths, the rail line, water and buildings from OpenStreetMap; the green is Hancock Park. Pin positions come from OpenStreetMap or an address lookup (each place's details name which); businesses not confirmed operating are left off. A planning map, not turn-by-turn directions.
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City park just off the Square at North Park and Warwick streets; home of the Saturday farmers market and First Friday concerts (May-October), the Christmas Market, an all-abilities playground and the Chestatee Diving Bell.
Address: 54 North Park Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Sunrise to sunset
Source: City of Dahlonega, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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State historic site in the 1836 Lumpkin County Courthouse in the middle of the Square, with gold coins from the Dahlonega Mint, a 5-ounce-plus nugget, a 17-minute film and a gift shop.
Address: 1 Public Square, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Mon-Sat 9 a.m.-4:45 p.m.; Sun 10 a.m.-4:45 p.m.; closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year's Day
Source: Georgia State Parks, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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Toy store on the north side of the square with classic and unusual toys, games, puzzles and books for kids of all ages.
Address: 104 Public Square North, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Mon–Fri 11am–6pm; Sat 10am–6pm; Sun 12pm–6pm
Source: gigglemonkeytoys.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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Women's clothing and accessories boutique by the square, with a store-exclusive line of Dahlonega tees and pullovers.
Address: 5 N Chestatee St, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Mon–Thu 10am–6pm; Fri–Sat 10am–7pm; Sun 12pm–5pm
Source: shopdressup.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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A rock-and-roll merchandise shop (tees, posters, hats) on South Chestatee Street, as the DDA lists it. Call ahead for hours.
Address: 10 South Chestatee St, Suite E, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon 9am–6pm, Tue–Sat 11am–6pm, Sun 12pm–6pm
Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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A family glass-artist shop on the square with daily flame-work glassblowing demonstrations and hand-blown glass gifts.
Address: 10 S. Chestatee Street, Unit F, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon-Thu 10 am-5 pm, Fri-Sun 10 am-6 pm
Source: glassblowingshop.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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A gift shop just off the Square that takes the DDA's Dahlonega Dollars gift card. Two directories give different suite numbers on South Chestatee Street, so call ahead.
Address: South Chestatee Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533 (the DDA lists 10 S. Chestatee St., Suite D; the Visitors Bureau lists 120 S. Chestatee St., Suite A)
Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun closed
Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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Locally owned pet boutique on the square with dog food, treats and bones, toys and enrichment puzzles, walking gear, pet apparel and a few things for cats and humans.
Address: 98 Public Square N, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Daily 12pm–6pm
Source: shoplocalpup.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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A gift and apparel shop on Public Square North that the DDA lists for rustic home decor, shoes, hats and Life Is Good apparel. It has no website, so call ahead.
Address: 84 Public Sq N, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon–Sat 10:30am–5pm, Sun 11am–5pm
Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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Fine and estate jewelry shop on the square (rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, pearls and crosses), with appraisals available by appointment.
Address: 78 Public Square N, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists 11 AM–5 PM every day
Source: studiojewelersinc.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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Eclectic gift shop just off the square since 1995 with custom gift baskets, greeting cards, local handmade goods, antiques, gourmet foods and a year-round Christmas corner.
Address: 44 N Park St, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Open 7 days 11am–5pm (closed Mondays and Tuesdays in January and February)
Source: cranberrycorners.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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Gift shop on the square making personalized and custom-embroidered items (any name and color); its Facebook page was active in September 2026.
Address: 74 Public Sq N, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon–Sat 11am–5pm, Sun 1pm–5pm
Source: Facebook, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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Old-fashioned country store on the square selling 5-cent coffee, fresh roasted peanuts, old-fashioned candy and toys, jams and jellies, knives and country gifts.
Address: 24 Public Square S, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Sun–Thu 10am–6pm; Fri–Sat 10am–9pm
Source: dahlonegageneralstore.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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British foods and gifts shop on the upper level of the south side of the square.
Address: 30 Public Square Upper (upper level, Public Square South), Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon–Thu 11am–5pm, Fri 11am–7pm, Sat 11am–6pm, Sun 12pm–5pm
Source: Facebook, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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A mom-and-pop music store on the square selling new and vintage guitars, banjos, mandolins, fiddles and other folk instruments, with lessons, repairs and a small recording studio.
Address: 42 Public Square South, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Published hours differ between its two websites and the DDA; all list Tuesday to Saturday 11 am to 5:30 pm. Call ahead on Sunday and Monday.
Source: vintagemusic.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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Mom-and-pop candle and gift shop on the square carrying candles from several makers, bath and body products and home fragrance.
Address: 44 Public Square, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Mon–Sat 10am–6pm; Sun 12pm–6pm
Source: thehumblecandle.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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A premium cigar shop on Choice Avenue, as the Dahlonega DDA lists it.
Address: 32 Choice Ave., Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Sun-Fri 12-6pm, Sat 11am-5pm
Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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Free 3-hour 'Shop & Dine' street spaces on both sides of Main Street around the Gold Museum, with 15-minute loading, accessible and motorcycle spaces.
Address: Public Square, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: 3-hour spaces, enforced 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon-Fri
Source: City of Dahlonega, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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University of North Georgia deck that is free to the public on weeknights and weekends; the Visitors Bureau calls it the first choice for evening and weekend visitors.
Address: Entrance next to the Smith House, 84 S Chestatee Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Public: 5:30 p.m.-7:30 a.m. Mon-Thu; Fri 5:30 p.m. to Mon 7:30 a.m.
Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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Free city lot behind the Holiday Inn Express with all-day and accessible spaces and a Level 2 EV charging port, a short walk from the Square.
Address: Choice Avenue (behind the Holiday Inn Express), Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: All-day parking; Level 2 EV charger
Source: City of Dahlonega, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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The hotel lobby doubles as Kaya Vineyard & Winery's satellite tasting room, offering a tasting, a glass or a bottle of Kaya wine.
Address: 135 N. Chestatee St., Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Mon-Thu 11am-6pm; Fri-Sat 11am-7pm; Sun 1-6pm
Source: dahlonegasquarehotel.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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Antique and vintage goods, gifts, home decor and handmade art and jewelry on the Square, as the Dahlonega DDA lists it; it also takes the DDA's Dahlonega Dollars gift card.
Address: 106 Public Square N, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon-Thu 11am-5pm, Fri-Sat 11am-6pm, Sun 11am-5pm
Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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Family-owned chocolate shop on the north side of the square that makes most of what it sells on site, from handcrafted chocolates to other sweets and gifts.
Address: 102 Public Square North, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Mon–Thu 10am–8pm; Fri–Sat 9am–9pm; Sun 12:30pm–8pm
Source: paulthomaschocolates.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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Tiger Mountain Vineyards' tasting room inside Bleu Gallery on the square, pouring flights of its wines; the page we could read does not clearly say bottles are sold to take home.
Address: 94 Public Square North (inside Bleu Gallery), Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Wed-Thu 12-6 pm; Fri-Sat 12-8 pm; Sun 12-6 pm (its own page)
Source: tigerwine.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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A gallery of resident artists on the Square, as the Dahlonega DDA lists it; Tiger Mountain Vineyards pours its wines in a tasting room inside the gallery.
Address: 94 Public Square N, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Sun-Thu 11am-6pm, Fri-Sat 11am-8pm
Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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A tasting room on the Public Square pouring wines from several Georgia vineyards, with tastings, glasses and bottles to take home.
Address: 90 Public Square North, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Mon 12-6pm; Tue-Wed closed; Thu 12-6pm; Fri 12-7pm; Sat 11am-7pm; Sun 11am-6pm
Source: naturallygeorgia.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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Tea shop just off the square selling all-natural blended teas (over 100 hot teas), homemade chocolates, roasted coffee and gifts.
Address: 10 South Chestatee St, Ste. A, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Mon–Sat 10am–5pm; Sun 11am–5pm
Source: tearabbits.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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A pottery studio on the Square, as the Visitors Bureau directory lists it. It has no website, so call ahead for hours.
Address: 70 North Public Square, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Not published online
Source: Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Visitors Bureau, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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An outdoor outfitter on North Park Street that the Dahlonega DDA says carries apparel and gear from Patagonia, Columbia, Kavu, Chaco and Costa. Its website no longer loads, so call ahead.
Address: 36 N Park Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon 11am-5pm, Tue closed, Wed-Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 11am-5pm
Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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An art gallery of local artists and paint studio in the historic Stanton Storehouse across from Hancock Park, with drop-in painting, classes and art parties.
Address: 90 N. Meaders St., Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Wed-Thu 12-6 pm; Fri-Sat 12-8 pm; Sun 12-6 pm (its own site; Mon-Tue not listed)
Source: canvasandcorkga.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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Second-generation candy shop at the corner of North Park and Main Street making cream-and-butter fudge, hand-dipped chocolates, pralines and brittles since 1982.
Address: 8 N Park St, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Open seven days a week; hours vary seasonally. Site lists winter store hours of daily 11:00am–7:00pm (current fall hours not stated).
Source: dahlonegafudgefactory.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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Spice and tea shop on East Main Street selling spices, house seasonings mixed in the store, loose-leaf teas, salts, sugars and gifts.
Address: 19 E Main St, Unit C, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Mon–Thu 11am–6pm; Fri–Sat 10am–7pm; Sun 11am–6pm
Source: spiceandtea.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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Olive oil and balsamic shop (sister store to one in Helen) selling extra virgin and flavored olive oils, aged balsamic vinegars, skincare and pantry sundries.
Address: 19 East Main Street (Battle Branch Building), Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon–Thu 10:30am–5pm, Fri–Sat 10:30am–7pm, Sun 11am–6pm
Source: alpineolivetree.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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Jerky shop on East Main Street with more than 50 kinds of small-batch jerky, from beef and turkey to exotic and game meats, plus vegan and dog jerky.
Address: 19-A E Main St, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Sun–Thu 11am–5pm, Fri 10:30am–6pm, Sat 10:30am–6:30pm
Source: outlawhouseofjerky.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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Chocolate, fudge and ice cream shop on the south side of the square; fudge, caramel corn, brittle and caramel apples are made in the store.
Address: 40 Public Square S, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Sun–Thu 12pm–8pm; Fri–Sat 12pm–9pm
Source: kilwins.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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An upstairs tasting room for Georgia Winery (Ringgold) wines, run by Dahlonega Walking Tours; its wine menu lists bottle prices and notes one wine is sold only by the bottle.
Address: 19 East Main Street, Upstairs Porch Suite F, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Thu 12:30-5:30 pm; Fri-Sat 12:30-8 pm; Sun 12:30-5:30 pm; closed Mon-Wed (its own page)
Source: dahlonegawalkingtours.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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The county visitors center on South Park Street, steps from the Square, staffed by information specialists and volunteers; it also hands out Chocolate Crawl passports and hosts the Lighting of the Square.
Address: 13 South Park Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Open every day 10:00am-5:00pm
Source: Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Visitors Bureau, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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The University of North Georgia campus bookstore, run by Barnes & Noble College, with course materials and merchandise in store.
Address: 110 S. Chestatee St., Suite 200, Dahlonega, GA 30597
Hours: Sun 10am-2pm; Mon-Fri 8am-6pm; Sat 10am-2pm
Source: University of North Georgia, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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A "vintique boutique" just off the square with antique and restored furniture, vintage decor, china and glassware, jewelry and original art; it also offers furniture refinishing.
Address: 75 N Grove St, Ste A, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Not published online
Source: shopreclaimedrose.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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A multi-booth vintage and antique mall a few steps off the Square, listed by both the Dahlonega DDA and the Visitors Bureau. It has no website, so call ahead for hours.
Address: 35 East Main Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon-Thu 10am-5:30pm, Fri-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12-5pm
Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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An antique and vintage mall on East Main Street, listed by both the Dahlonega DDA and the Visitors Bureau; its old website is gone, so call ahead before a special trip.
Address: 75 East Main Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12-6pm
Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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A multi-vendor antique gallery on East Main Street, as the Dahlonega DDA directory lists it. It has no website, so call ahead for hours.
Address: 60 East Main Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Not on its own site; the DDA directory lists Mon-Thu 10am-5:30pm, Fri-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 12-5pm
Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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A new and used bookstore; its own site gives 85 East Main Street, while the Visitors Bureau directory lists 21 North Grove Street, so confirm the location before you go.
Address: 85 E Main Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Mon-Tue 12:30-6pm; Thu-Fri 12:30-6pm; Sat 10am-6pm; Sun 12:30-6pm (Wednesday not listed)
Source: bearbookmarket.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
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A Dahlonega fly fishing guide service on North Grove Street that the DDA describes as a full-service fly shop and outdoors store; its own site focuses on guided trips.
Address: 22 North Grove Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Hours: Mon-Sat 8am-6pm (from the business's own site data)
Source: bowmanflyfishing.com, checked Oct 19, 2026 · Directions
Parking
UNG parking deck (S. Chestatee Street)
University of North Georgia deck that is free to the public on weeknights and weekends; the Visitors Bureau calls it the first choice for evening and weekend visitors.
- Public: 5:30 p.m.-7:30 a.m. Mon-Thu; Fri 5:30 p.m. to Mon 7:30 a.m.
- Entrance next to the Smith House, 84 S Chestatee Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026
Parking
Warwick Street parking lots
Two free city lots one block from the Gold Museum with ample all-day (Park & Stay) parking plus 3-hour and accessible spaces.
- 3-hour and all-day spaces
- Warwick Street (between North Chestatee and North Park streets), Dahlonega, GA 30533
Source: City of Dahlonega, checked Oct 19, 2026
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N. Park Street parking
City parking alongside Hancock Park near many shops; the Visitors Bureau lists the North Park Street lot as a Park & Stay (all-day) option.
- 15-minute loading, 3-hour and accessible spaces; Park & Stay lot
- North Park Street, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Source: City of Dahlonega, checked Oct 19, 2026
Parking
Choice Avenue public parking (EV charging)
Free city lot behind the Holiday Inn Express with all-day and accessible spaces and a Level 2 EV charging port, a short walk from the Square.
- All-day parking; Level 2 EV charger
- Choice Avenue (behind the Holiday Inn Express), Dahlonega, GA 30533
Source: City of Dahlonega, checked Oct 19, 2026
Parking
On-street parking around the Public Square
Free 3-hour 'Shop & Dine' street spaces on both sides of Main Street around the Gold Museum, with 15-minute loading, accessible and motorcycle spaces.
- 3-hour spaces, enforced 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Mon-Fri
- Public Square, Dahlonega, GA 30533
Source: City of Dahlonega, checked Oct 19, 2026
Getting here from Atlanta
Dahlonega is about one hour north of Atlanta, at the end of GA-400; the Visitors Bureau lists Atlanta as 71 miles away. From Atlanta, take GA-400 North to its end, turn left at the light onto GA-60 North/US-19 North (South Chestatee Street) and continue about 5.5 miles to the Historic Square (Visitors Bureau).
Questions, and the Visitor Center
For parking questions, the city points visitors to the Dahlonega Visitor’s Center at (706) 864-3711. The Visitors Center is at 13 South Park Street, and the Visitors Bureau lists it open every day, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. (Visitors Bureau). For a shopping-day plan built around these lots, see where to park for a shopping day or the Shopping Day Planner.
Questions people ask
Is parking free in downtown Dahlonega?
Yes. Parking on and around the Public Square is free; the downtown authority counts about 300 free spaces there plus three free lots with 140 spaces.
Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026
Is there a time limit on parking at the Dahlonega Square?
The prime Shop and Dine spaces around the Square and the Choice Street lot are 3-hour spaces. The city enforces the limit 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
Source: Visitors Bureau, checked Oct 19, 2026
Where can I park all day in Dahlonega?
The Visitors Bureau points to the Park and Stay spaces in the North Park Street lot and the Warwick Street lot for all-day or multi-day parking.
Source: Visitors Bureau, checked Oct 19, 2026
When can the public park in the UNG deck?
The DDA says UNG's deck, entrance next to the Smith House at 84 South Chestatee, is free to the public from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. Monday to Thursday and from Friday 5:30 p.m. to Monday 7:30 a.m.
Source: Dahlonega DDA, checked Oct 19, 2026
Are there parking meters in Dahlonega?
The city's October 2025 study counted 29 metered spaces on North and South Meaders Street and Maple Street. Staff recommended removing them in December 2025, but we found no 2026 council action, so their current status is not confirmed.
Source: City of Dahlonega, checked Oct 19, 2026
Is there EV charging in downtown Dahlonega?
Yes. There is a Level 2 EV charging port in the Choice Street public parking lot behind the Holiday Inn Express, a short walk from downtown.
Source: City of Dahlonega, checked Oct 19, 2026
How do I get to Dahlonega from Atlanta?
Take GA-400 North to its end, turn left onto GA-60 North/US-19 North (South Chestatee Street) and continue about 5.5 miles to the Historic Square. The Visitors Bureau lists Atlanta as 71 miles away.
Source: Visitors Bureau, checked Oct 19, 2026